Joshua Wilson
Brooklyn
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with nearly two years of experience in high-acuity cardiothoracic intensive care. Expertise in managing critically ill patients with advanced cardiac conditions, including heart failure and post-operative recovery from transplants and valve repairs. Proficient in advanced mechanical circulatory support devices, such as intra-aortic balloon pumps and ventricular assist devices. Committed to evidence-based, patient-centered care in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Nurse I – Special Procedures Unit (SPU)
Hospital for Special Surgery
09.2024 - Current
- Provide pre- and post-procedure care for patients undergoing interventional pain and spine procedures.
- Monitor patients receiving moderate sedation and support recovery following procedures including epidural steroid injections, facet joint injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablations, spinal cord stimulation, implantable pain pumps, PRP injections, Botox for migraines, and acupuncture.
CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR
Columbia University Nursing
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised and evaluated undergraduate nursing students in clinical settings, ensuring safe, high-quality patient care.
- Facilitated the application of theoretical knowledge to clinical practice through individualized instruction and coaching.
- Demonstrated advanced clinical expertise and served as a professional role model in diverse healthcare environments.
- Delivered timely feedback and assessments to support student growth and competency in critical care skills.
CARDIOTHORACIC ICU
New York Presbyterian Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Admitted and stabilized post-operative cardiothoracic surgical patients, including those requiring sedation and mechanical ventilation.
- Titrated and weaned complex vasoactive and inotropic drips to optimize hemodynamic stability.
- Managed advanced invasive monitoring devices such as Swan-Ganz catheters, arterial lines, vas caths, and central lines, as well as chest tubes and Foley catheters.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams—intensivists, anesthesiologists, surgeons, and house staff—to coordinate high-acuity care.
- Continuously assessed and intervened for hemodynamically unstable patients, using evidence-based practice to guide decision-making.
- Developed individualized care plans incorporating comprehensive assessments, nursing diagnoses, and ongoing evaluations.
SURGICAL ICU
New York Presbyterian Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Care for patients in a 16-bed Surgical Anesthesia ICU, focusing on post-op recovery.
- Treat critically ill patients with conditions like septic shock and respiratory failure.
- Collaborate with a team to assess, diagnose, and manage patient care.
Education
B.S.N. - NURSING
CAPELLA UNIVERSITY
MINNEAPOLIS, MN02.2020
A.A. - NURSING
HELENE FULD SCHOOL OF NURSING
NEW YORK, NY03.2016
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Emergency life support
- Medication delivery and pain management
- Surgical assistance and analysis
- ECMO configuration
- Impella operation
- LVAD/RVAD expertise
- CRRT administration
Training
American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) National
Research And Scholarship
Oral Care Interventions to Reduce Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia (VAP) in Mechanically Ventilated Patients, Investigated evidence-based oral hygiene protocols to minimize VAP incidence in ICU settings., Presented findings to clinical team; contributed to updated practice guidelines.
Leadership And Professional Involvement
- Chair, Staff Advisory Council, Address nursing workforce issues and advocate for safe staffing and professional development., Collaborate with hospital administration to implement solutions that improve nursing practice and patient care.
- Member, New York Black Nurses Association (NYBNA), Participate in initiatives promoting health equity, mentorship, and professional development for Black nurses.
Certification
CCRN
Affiliations
Memmebr or omega Psi Phi Fraternity inc. mentorship
Timeline
Clinical Nurse I – Special Procedures Unit (SPU)
Hospital for Special Surgery
09.2024 - Current
CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR
Columbia University Nursing
09.2024 - Current
CARDIOTHORACIC ICU
New York Presbyterian Hospital
05.2024 - Current
SURGICAL ICU
New York Presbyterian Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2024
B.S.N. - NURSING
CAPELLA UNIVERSITY
A.A. - NURSING
HELENE FULD SCHOOL OF NURSING