Jami Sitzmann
Nebraska Medicine
10
years of professional experience
1
Certification
I am a compassionate and skilled critical care nurse with over ten years of experience in delivering critical care to diverse patient populations. My strengths include, but are not limited to: time management, critical thinking, mentoring new nurses, consistently fostering team collaboration and enhancing patient and family care experience.
Work History
NSICU Staff Nurse
3 Years 7 Months- Conduct neurological assessments at regular intervals, detecting subtle changes in clinical status that could signal worsening conditions or potential complications.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically ill patients, optimizing respiratory support while minimizing complications.
- Titrated vasoactive medications based on hemodynamic parameters to manage blood pressure for critically ill patients.
- Managed recovery for patients post-medical or surgical procedures, including craniotomies, craniectomies, sEEG lead placement, and burr holes, ensuring optimal recovery outcomes.
- Efficiently prioritized tasks during high-stress situations, maintaining a calm demeanor while providing exceptional patient care under challenging conditions.
- Assisted physicians in complex bedside procedures, including EVD placement and central line insertions, facilitating successful outcomes and patient comfort.
- Implemented time management strategies to prioritize tasks and enhance patient care delivery in high-pressure environments.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, health management, and preventive care.
MICU Travel Nurse
6 Months- Administered critical care treatments and medications per established protocols to an array of critically ill patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs, symptoms, drains/wound vacs, etc and reported changes to healthcare teams promptly.
- Provided education and support to patients and families regarding treatment processes.
- I was floated to many other units in the hospital, allowing for me to care for many different types of patients as well as acuity levels.
ICU Nurse
3 Years- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for critically ill patients.
- Cared for all types of critically ill patients as it was the only ICU in the hospital.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Trained and mentored new hires as well as new nurses.
ICU Travel Nurse
2 Months- Administered critical care treatments and medications primarily on a Surgical ICU unit.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare teams promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records using electronic health record systems efficiently.
Clinical Nursing Instructor
1 Year 7 Months- Facilitated hands-on clinical training, fostering practical skills in diverse healthcare settings.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
2 Years 2 Months- I was hired as a new grad RN to a fellowship program that consisted of 6-12 months of training with a preceptor.
- Administered emergency care to patients, ensuring prompt assessment and intervention in high-pressure situations.
- Monitored vital signs and clinical status, adjusting interventions based on evolving patient needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Certification
- Multi State Registered Nurse - State of Nebraska: 07/2016
Timeline
NSICU Staff Nurse
Nebraska Medicine
04.2023 - CurrentRead More
MICU Travel Nurse
Nebraska Medical Center
11.2021 - 05.2022Read More
ICU Travel Nurse
Wesley Medical Center
03.2021 - 05.2021Read More
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Western Iowa Tech Community College
06.2019 - 01.2021Read More
ICU Nurse
Unity Point Healthcare
10.2018 - 10.2021Read More
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Nebraska Medicine
08.2016 - 10.2018Read More
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelor of Science from Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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Creighton University
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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