Highly skilled Intensive Care Nurse with 35 years of nursing experience. Supported 2-patient with excellent case management and patient care expertise. Certified in ACLS with exceptional skill in multi-organ failure and vented patients.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Nurse
Centennial Hills Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
08.2011 - Current
Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
Assessed [Type] equipment for safety and functionality and requested repair or replacement of non-conforming machines.
Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
Participated in [Type] departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve higher standard of patient care.
Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
Delivered outstanding patient care in [Type] critical care units.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.