Joelene Wesolowski

• Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology, 2018 – present.
• Possess extensive expertise in minimally invasive procedures for high-acuity patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Proficient in implementing conscious sedation techniques, conducting hemodynamic monitoring, and providing comprehensive pre-, intra-, and post-care.
• Expertise in aseptic procedures, managing procedural environments.
• Oversaw emergency management of urgent vascular situations requiring immediate medical intervention, including cerebral and pulmonary thrombectomies, alongside vascular embolizations.
• Coordinated communication between physicians and healthcare team members to ensure timely and effective patient care during interventions.
• Recognized potential complications related to interventional radiology procedures and took appropriate action to address them.
• Administered critical care to patients, ensuring adherence to medical protocols.
• Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress accurately.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
• Educated patients and families on post-care procedures and health maintenance.
• Protected patient confidentiality throughout handling of sensitive information.
• Assisted in emergency situations, providing swift and effective interventions.
• Utilized advanced medical equipment for diagnostic purposes.
• Participated in continuous education programs to stay current on healthcare advancements.
• Cared for patients with multi-organ system failure, renal failure, respiratory failure requiring ventilator support, and neurological injuries, including postoperative care and intracranial pressure monitoring.
• Managed codes, rapid responses, and stroke alerts throughout hospital facilities.
• Regularly coordinated with intensivists and various team members to establish comprehensive care strategies for critically ill patients.
• Functioned as mentor and guide to new team members and students.
• Skilled in obtaining IV access, IO access, and monitoring central venous access devices.
• Supported physicians with bedside procedures such as intubation, hemodialysis catheter insertion, paracentesis, and bronchoscopy.

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit, 2005 - 2018

• Provided comprehensive care for patients with multisystem failure, neurological injuries, and postoperative cases.
• Facilitated expert care for patients with renal and respiratory failures necessitating ventilator intervention.
• Supported integration of new staff and students as a preceptor and resource.
• Established and managed multiple vasopressor agents, antihypertensive agents, and sedatives.
• Utilized team approach to communicate changes in patient's clinical condition with physician, physician's assistant, charge nurse, and coworkers as appropriate.
• Showcased skill in navigating intricate cases involving various comorbidities while ensuring exceptional quality of care.
• Directed management of patients necessitating chronic ventilation and high oxygen demand, non-STEMI and post-elective coronary angioplasty, ischemic strokes, and 24-hour post-tPA strokes.
• Advocated for patient needs to ensure high-quality care and address concerns promptly.
• Engaged actively with palliative care program to support holistic patient experiences.
• Mentored new staff and nurses while serving as relief charge nurse.
• Facilitated educational opportunities to enhance patient wellness.
• Coordinated follow-up appointments and communicated results to patients effectively.
• Managed cardiac events, including STEMI, angioplasty, and intra-aortic balloon pump implementation.
• Conducted external pacing procedures for critical cardiac patients during temporary needs.
• Maintained continuous hemodynamic monitoring to ensure patient stability and safety.
• Provided technical support during interventional radiology procedures such as biopsies or angiograms.