Jonida Dervishi
Hermitage,TN
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience in CVICU at Ascension Saint Thomas West, adept at managing complex cardiac devices and delivering critical care. Proven ability to maintain hemodynamic stability while training new staff and advocating for patient rights. Specialized in ECMO and emergency procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Ascension Saint Thomas West
Nashville, TN
05.2023 - Current
- Administered advanced life support to high-acuity patients, including VA/VV ECMO, IABP, Impella, RVAD, and LVAD.
- Facilitated ECMO cannulation and IABP placement during critical scenarios.
- Performed bedside open chest procedures for effective cardiac massage.
- Assisted with emergent and non-emergent bedside procedures, including chest tube placement, intubation, cardioversion, TEE, and line placement.
- Maintained hemodynamic stability by assessing patients and titrating medications.
- Trained new staff on CVICU policies and best practices to ensure compliance.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care by administering comfort medications, managing symptoms, and supporting and educating families throughout the dying process in collaboration with the care team.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Delivered one-to-one post-operative care for cardiac surgery and transplant patients.
- Recognized fatal arrhythmias and complications while providing care in high-acuity settings..
- Addressed rapid changes in code situations through critical thinking and strategic task delegation.
- Managed cardiac devices, including intra-aortic balloon pumps, Impella, and pacemakers.
- Administered continuous intravenous medications to stabilize patient hemodynamics.
- Coordinated with physicians and clinical staff to enhance continuity of care.
- Maintained sterility while assisting providers with bedside procedures.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital
Nashville, TN
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided high-quality care for critical patients in Neuro-Surgical ICU and Medical ICU.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patients, identified complications, and coordinated treatment plans with critical care staff.
- Advocated for patient rights and values throughout care processes.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices and hospital policies.
- Organized tasks and delegated responsibilities during high-pressure code situations.
- Assisted in emergency procedures while maintaining a calm environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN05.2021
Skills
- Critical and Emergency Patient care and monitoring
- Mechanical Ventilator and Tracheostomy care
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CCRT) management
- Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECOM) trained
- Cardiac Devices management - VAD, IABP, IMPELLA
- Pre and Post- Cardiovascular-Surgical patient care and pain management
- Managed titratable medications to meet hemodynamic goals such as, SBP, MAP, CVP, PAP, SVO2
- Managed patients under sedation and paralytic drugs
- Lumbar and Extraventricular Drain Management
- Nursing Plan Development and Modification
Certification
- Multistate Licensed Registered Nurse - #255606
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- NIHSS Stroke Scale Certification
References
- Georgina Greer, CVICU-RN, CCRN, BSN cel: (256) 677-3026
- Christopher Cropsey, MD, Anesthesiologist cel: (615) 260- 5967
Timeline
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Ascension Saint Thomas West
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
09.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, ICU
Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lipscomb University
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