John Tilton
BSN, RN
Leawood,KS
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
Saint Luke's Hospital
Kansas City, MO
08.2021 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed severely ill patients requiring life support devices (ECMO, Impella, IABP, CRRT, LVAD, temporary pacemakers).
Electrophysiology Technologist
Saint Luke's Hospital
Kansas City, Missouri
08.2015 - 08.2021
- Provided surgical scrub support to electrophysiologists in sterile procedures (arrhythmia ablations, permanent device implantation, device extraction).
- Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
- Coordinated with care team members to facilitate efficient EP case management (anesthesia, pre-op, industry representation).
- Utilized Cardiolab and Maclab on a regular basis, and developed advanced proficiency in EP case monitoring.
- Mentored junior team members to enhance their technical skills and improve overall team productivity.
Medical Assistant, EP Clinic
Saint Luke's Hospital
Kansas City, Missouri
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic's commitment to quality care.
- Assisted with device checks via telephone.
- Holter monitor placement and report generation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rockhurst University
Kansas City, MO 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS 05.2001 -
Skills
Compassionate care
LVAD Management
CRRT Management
IABP Management
Impella Management
ECMO management
Electronic charting
End-of-life care
Attention to detail
Team collaboration
Critical thinking
Verbal and written communication
Time management abilities
Endotracheal intubations
Medical device monitoring
Teamwork
Clinical judgment
Sterile procedures
Emergency procedures
Decision-making
Medication administration
Multitasking
Sedation management
Ventilator management
Advanced cardiac life support
Invasive line management
ECG interpretation
Cardiovascular assessment
Telemetry monitoring
Ethical practice
Critical care nursing
Hemodynamic monitoring
Compassionate care
Collaborative care
Patient safety
Professionalism
Reliability
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
Saint Luke's Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Electrophysiology Technologist
Saint Luke's Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant, EP Clinic
Saint Luke's Hospital
06.2014 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rockhurst University
05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Johnson County Community College
05.2001 -
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