Jaime Baker
Charlestown,USA
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Boston Children's Hospital, excelling in critical care nursing and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and compassionate care. Skilled in ventilator management and emergency interventions, consistently delivering high-quality care while fostering teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Boston Capital Solutions, inc
Boston, MA
04.2021 - Current
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer services.
- Tracked sales performance metrics to identify trends in market place.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
04.2011 - Current
- Assisted physicians during surgical procedures. Ecmo, chest wash out, pacemaker placement, lines and tubes
- Assisted physicians in cardiac cath lab
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Participated in team meetings with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to discuss patient progress or changes in care plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, case managers and other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care plan.
- Managed intravenous lines for administering medication or fluids as necessary.
- Assessed patient's physical condition, medical history and current medications to determine the best course of treatment.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms, chest X-rays, echocardiograms and computed tomography scans.
- Assisted physicians during examinations, treatments or procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families in a caring manner.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Provided education regarding home management of chronic diseases such as coronary artery disease or congestive heart failure.
- Ensured proper safety protocols were followed at all times when performing nursing duties.
- Promoted preventive measures through risk factor modification counseling.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including cardiac arrest codes.
- Cared for postoperative cardiovascular ICU patients recovering from open heart surgery.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members regarding diagnosis, prognosis, treatment plans and any potential complications.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention and available treatment options.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments administered and outcomes achieved.
- Consulted with specialists as needed for complex cases or diagnoses requiring additional expertise.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, breathing rate and temperature.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Provided education to staff members regarding current evidence-based practices related to cardiology management.
- Ordered appropriate diagnostic tests including echocardiograms, stress tests, Holter monitors, and electrophysiology studies.
- Provided direct care to patients with various cardiovascular conditions such as arrhythmias and heart failure.
- Performed bedside procedures such as arterial line insertion, central line insertion, chest tube insertion, ECG monitoring, and pacemaker placement.
- Assisted in emergency situations such as code blue or rapid response events.
- Provided leadership support by serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the unit.
- Evaluated patient response to interventions and adjusted accordingly as needed.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care for all assigned patients.
- Participated in daily rounds with multidisciplinary team members to discuss plan of care for each patient.
- Educated patients and families about diagnosis, prognosis and treatment options available.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding changes in treatments or medications for the patient.
- Interpreted lab results, EKGs and other diagnostic test results in order to develop a plan of care for the patient.
- Administered intravenous medications according to physician orders.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on patient assessment data.
- Assessed and monitored patient's cardiac status, vital.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities with interdisciplinary team members to ensure smooth transition from hospital to home setting.
Charge Nurse
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
05.2003 - 04.2011
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
04.2002 - 04.2011
- Demonstrated knowledge of cardiac pathophysiology through competent performance of nursing skills related to cardiovascular assessments and interventions.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions by assessing responses to treatment modalities.
- Developed collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating pertinent information between shifts or departments.
- Performed nursing care to acutely ill adult patients with cardiac diagnoses such as myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy and arrhythmias.
- Assisted with insertion and management of central venous catheters, arterial lines, chest tubes, and other invasive devices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized plans of care that met patients' needs.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA05.2001
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Compassionate Care
- Ventilator management
- Critical Care Nursing
- Medical Equipment Setup
- Medical Device Monitoring
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Specimen Collection
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Emergency Interventions
- Honest and Dependable
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Patient Monitoring
- Shock Symptom Identification
- Goal Setting
- Team building
- Complex Information Interpretation
- Time Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Problem-Solving
- Effective Communication
- Professional Demeanor
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Self Motivation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time management abilities
- Diagnostic Procedures
Timeline
Sales Associate
Boston Capital Solutions, inc
04.2021 - Current
Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse
Boston Children's Hospital
04.2011 - Current
Charge Nurse
Boston Children's Hospital
05.2003 - 04.2011
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Boston Children's Hospital
04.2002 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Boston College