Positive, empathetic, and dedicated healthcare professional with deep understanding of cardiac care and patient management. Possesses critical knowledge of cardiac conditions and treatments, along with proficiency in advanced patient monitoring and emergency response. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes and providing top-tier care in high-stress environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CICU, Registered Nurse
Grandview Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Managed complex cases, addressing needs of patient's who have had open heart surgery, pacemakers (or other IP inserted devices), coronary endarterectomy, and
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, evidence-based care in a fast-paced Cardiac ICU setting.
Demonstrated competency in the administration of various cardiac medications such as antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, vasopressors, and inotropes for optimal therapeutic effects.
Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
Actively sought opportunities for continued education through attending relevant conferences, workshops, or webinars related to Cardiac ICU nursing practice advancements.
Clinical Instructor
Jefferson State Community College
05.2024 - 12.2024
Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
Provided nursing skill demonstrations for medication administration, dressing changes and clinical logs.
Registered Nurse, MICU
Grandview Medical Center
06.2020 - 06.2021
Provided care for a patient population which heavily included COVID patient's, GI bleeds and drug overdoses.
Worked with CRNA's to proficiently aid in intubation and ventilator set up.
Administered medical devices that assisted in patient recovery which included, but not limited to: NG tube insertion, IV insertion, BiPAP application and settings, Ventilator application and settings and altering IV drug administration through IV pumps.
Provided health education to patients and families regarding the status of the patient's critical status in the ICU.
Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough focused assessments.
Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Medical Surgica Unit
Grandview Medical Center
06.2019 - 06.2020
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Aided patients in recovery and therapy post knee, hip and spine surgery.
The care preformed included providing an appropriate pain medication according to the individual patient's pain score. Participating in the patient's therapy, identifying any adverse outcomes, applying traction to patients who needed it according to what type of break or fracture the patient had.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL
05.2019
Skills
Central line care
Cardiopulmonary monitoring
ECG interpretation
Chest tube management
Invasive hemodynamic monitoring
Critical care nursing
Ventilator management
Defibrillation
Advanced cardiac life support
Blood transfusion
Continuous renal replacement therapy
Vasoactive medication
Physical assessments
Certification
CCRN
Timeline
Clinical Instructor
Jefferson State Community College
05.2024 - 12.2024
CICU, Registered Nurse
Grandview Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, MICU
Grandview Medical Center
06.2020 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Medical Surgica Unit
Grandview Medical Center
06.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
CCRN
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