Henry Banks
Spring Hill
Summary
Hands-on Registered Nurse showcasing a 9-year career history overseeing triage and coordinating care in busy hospital settings. Known for having the poise and polish to professionally handle difficult personalities and remaining calm in stressful situations. Cultivating lasting relationships with patients, families, nursing staff, physicians and other stakeholders through effective communication, dynamic time management and perseverance.
Leadership experience as charge/relief charge positions as a core employee and agency travel nurse. Skilled in working safely and effectively with patients, their families and hospital staff.
Proficient in use of ultrasound equipment for the placement and care of peripheral IV sites.
Experience in treating COVID-19 exposed patients including testing, appropriate isolation, intubations, inhaled medications, and antiviral infusions.
Highly proficient clinical skills: IV starts, blood draws, IV pushes, intramuscular injections, IV drip titration and management, blood transfusions, central line care, port access, cardiac-arrest interventions.
Certifications in BLS, ACLS, TNCC, ENPC and CPI
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Lake Tarpon FSED
Healthcare Corporation of America, HCA
Palm Harbor
07.2023 - Current
- Responded quickly and effectively during medical emergencies and provided life saving measures as necessary.
- Assessed patient conditions and monitored vital signs to determine appropriate care plans.
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Performed physical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and other nursing interventions as needed.
- Facilitated discharge planning by collaborating with social workers or case managers.
- Identified potential risk factors associated with the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
- Analyzed laboratory results and implemented appropriate interventions accordingly.
Registered Nurse
Florida Medical Staffing
Central Florida
11.2018 - 07.2023
- Florida Medical Staffing Agency Nurse with PRN positions/contracts around Central Florida.
- Completed multiple 13 week contracts in Central Florida working in ER COVID-19 zones both in indoor and outdoor (tent) units.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing monoclonal antibody products such as Bamlanivimab while monitoring for life threatening infusion-related reactions such as anaphylaxis.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices and isolation techniques, dramatically reducing chances of COVID-19 reoccurrence and/or transmission to others.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, nebulizer therapies, and antiviral infusions.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Proficient in the use of PPE: gowns, gloves, masks: N95s, 3M respirators and PAPR systems.
Occupational Health Nurse
Citrus Memorial Hospital
Inverness
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided company health services to employees post-hire, including vaccinations, physicals and drug testing.
- Effectively promoted superior levels of care to all employees and complied with data confidentiality and corporate regulations.
- Offered information and materials on health-related topics, including smoking cessation programs, flu prevention and proper hand washing.
- Perform new hire evaluations, TB testing, travel vaccinations, audiometry, spirometry, vision tests, EKG’s, labs/phlebotomy and exit physicals.
- Ensured complete documentation in medical records with all OSHA, HIPAA and other regulations.
- Coordinated with Human Resources department for the onboarding, scheduling, and evaluation of Resident Physicians along with core employees.
- Carefully tracked employee injuries from onset to recovery and return-to-work status with accurate documentation, scheduling of specialist imagining, physical therapy, or other specialties needed by the employee. Assignment of "light-duty" roles to employees where applicable.
- Monitored, tested and reported Covid-19 cases amongst employees and departments. Provided education regarding onset, incubation, and contagious periods. Also was instrumental in tracking return-to-work dates and guidance when necessary for employees to schedule Time Away From Work.
Registered Nurse: Emergency Department
Citrus Memorial Hospital
Inverness
04.2016 - 01.2020
- Carried out duties as a Registered Nurse, providing care to children, families, and the community as a whole.
- Performed accurate pre-screening and triage of patients.
- Took vital signs, medical history information, and answered initial queries for patients upon arrival to the department.
- Managed patients with chronic conditions including asthma, anemia, and digestive disorders.
- Helped educate families about conditions, and general health trends.
- Cares for critically ill patients including traumas, acute STEMI, respiratory distress/failure, DKA, and patients placed on ventilatory support.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses both adverse and positive of administered treatments.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Volunteer Firefighter I
Pasco County Fire Rescue
Dade City
11.2013 - 03.2016
- Administered medical care to injured people, provided first aid, CPR, and assistance in many various emergency situations.
- Participated in ongoing training exercises to remain current in firefighting techniques.
- Medical and educational support: participated in community events, providing frontline medical support and education for the general public.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Completed weekly training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on weekly basis.
EMT-B
Medfleet Ambulance Service
Pasco
05.2010 - 03.2016
- Responded to emergent calls while providing efficient, safe, and immediate emergency care to the critically ill and injured with transport to the most appropriate medical facility.
- Utilized EPCR computer reporting to accurately describe situation, patient conditions, medications, interventions, vital signs, and outcomes.
- Assisted Paramedic in advanced interventions such as IV insertion, advanced airways, trauma, CPAP placement, and scene management.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Restocked ambulance and stations with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medications, AED/monitor supplies and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Trained multiple EMTs in basic life support skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen therapy, wound care, splinting, and gathering of useful patient information.
- Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KYAssociate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
New Port RicheyHigh School Diploma -
Pasco High School
Dade City, FLSkills
- Patient Assessments
- Insulin medication assistance
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Intravenous therapy
- Chronic disease management
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Collecting vitals
- Strong clinical judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Accurate Documentation
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Ultrasound-guided IV access
- BAC Screen/Drug Screen Collection Ability
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Software Familiarity
Cerner, Meditech, Medhost
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Lake Tarpon FSED
Healthcare Corporation of America, HCA
07.2023 - Current
Occupational Health Nurse
Citrus Memorial Hospital
05.2021 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Florida Medical Staffing
11.2018 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse: Emergency Department
Citrus Memorial Hospital
04.2016 - 01.2020
Volunteer Firefighter I
Pasco County Fire Rescue
11.2013 - 03.2016
EMT-B
Medfleet Ambulance Service
05.2010 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
High School Diploma -
Pasco High School
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