Ibrahim Henry
Carrollton,KY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse skilled in patient assessment, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in high-acuity cardiac and critical care, delivering safe, evidence-based care while adhering to safety and infection control protocols. Proven ability to support patients and families during vulnerable moments and contribute to a team-focused clinical environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Cox Health South
Springfield, Missouri
02.2026 - Current
- Experienced in providing comprehensive, evidence‑based care to adult patients with diverse medical and post‑operative needs. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, and monitoring complex clinical conditions. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, prioritization, and time‑management in fast‑paced environments. Collaborates effectively with interdisciplinary teams to support safe transitions of care, patient education, and discharge planning. Committed to delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
Registered nurse cvicu/cvu
Baptist Health Louisville
louisville ky, KY
12.2024 - 01.2026
- Provided high‑acuity, evidence‑based care to critically ill cardiovascular patients, including those recovering from open‑heart surgery, CABG, valve replacements, TAVR, pacemaker/ICD placement, and post‑cath lab interventions. Managed complex hemodynamics, titrated vasoactive drips, interpreted cardiac rhythms, and monitored invasive lines such as arterial lines, central lines, and Swan‑Ganz catheters. Delivered expert care in ventilator management, chest tube maintenance, temporary pacing wires, and post‑operative stabilization. Collaborated closely with cardiologists, intensivists, surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe recovery, early mobility, and optimal outcomes. Demonstrated strong critical thinking, rapid prioritization, and compassionate communication with patients and families during vulnerable moments.
RN extern CVICU
Baptist LOUISVILE KY
Louisville , KY
01.2023 - 12.2023
- RN Extern – CVICU Experience:
Completed a year‑long RN Externship in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, gaining hands‑on experience caring for high‑acuity cardiac and post‑operative patients under the supervision of licensed RNs. Assisted with patient assessments, vital signs, EKG monitoring, intake/output, and early recognition of clinical changes. Supported nurses in managing chest tubes, invasive lines, ventilators, and post‑open‑heart recovery workflows. Performed evidence‑based skills such as wound care, hygiene, mobility assistance, and specimen collection while maintaining strict safety and infection‑control standards. Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team, strengthened critical‑thinking skills, and developed confidence in caring for complex cardiovascular patients in a fast‑paced ICU environment.
ICUstepdown State Registered Nursing Assistant
Baptist Hospital East
louisville KY, KY
12.2019 - 12.2022
- ICU Step‑Down Nursing Assistant Experience:
Provided direct patient care to high‑acuity step‑down patients by assisting with activities of daily living, obtaining vital signs, monitoring patient status, and promptly reporting changes to the RN. Supported cardiac and post‑operative patients by performing EKGs, maintaining accurate intake/output, assisting with mobility and safety measures, and preparing patients for procedures. Ensured a clean, safe environment by managing equipment, stocking supplies, and following strict infection‑control protocols. Collaborated closely with nurses and the interdisciplinary team to promote patient comfort, dignity, and high‑quality care in a fast‑paced critical care setting. - Assisted patients with daily living activities in a compassionate manner.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and order in patient rooms and common areas.
Education
Master of Science - Leadership And Administrative
University of Ottawa Ks
Kansas City, KS12-2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY12-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Jefferson Community And Technical College
Louisville, KY12-2022
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- IV therapy
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Wound care
- NG tube insertion
- Surgical care
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Infection control
- Cardiac telemetry
- Clinical judgment
- Safety protocols
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Patient education
- Patient advocacy
- Compassionate communication
Timeline
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Cox Health South
02.2026 - Current
Registered nurse cvicu/cvu
Baptist Health Louisville
12.2024 - 01.2026
RN extern CVICU
Baptist LOUISVILE KY
01.2023 - 12.2023
ICUstepdown State Registered Nursing Assistant
Baptist Hospital East
12.2019 - 12.2022
Master of Science - Leadership And Administrative
University of Ottawa Ks
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisville
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Jefferson Community And Technical College