Justin Kaus
Duncan
Summary
Dynamic Emergency Room Charge Nurse at Duncan Regional Hospital with proven expertise in critical thinking and advanced cardiac life support. Adept at leading interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and implementing evidence-based practices. Recognized for exceptional clinical judgment in high-pressure situations, ensuring optimal care for acute trauma patients.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Charge Nurse
Duncan Regional Hospital
Duncan
02.2025 - Current
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective communication between departments.
- Ensured all equipment was maintained properly and safety checks were completed regularly.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding changes in patient status or treatment protocols.
- Responded promptly to life-threatening situations using advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Assisted physicians in complex procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertions, and central line placement.
- Participated in research projects on improving the quality of care in the emergency department setting.
- Provided leadership to the nursing team in managing patient care activities.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes, and gunshot wounds.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Duncan Regional Hospital
Duncan
06.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and other indicators of patient health status.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
- Reviewed laboratory results promptly for accuracy and followed up on abnormal findings with physicians.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
ER Tech
Duncan Regional Hospital
Duncan
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Facilitated patient care by performing EKGs, blood draws, and IV access.
Provided wound care and emergency medical interventions to support nursing staff.
Incorporated modern technologies into nursing care plans for improved outcomes.
Assisted in implementing evidence-based best practices within patient care protocols.
Collaborated with physicians to enhance overall patient management.
Engineer Tech
Mack Energy Co.
Duncan
06.2013 - 01.2019
- Assisted Petroleum Engineers in daily tasks and Projects to include special confidential projects.
- Fleet Management of 40 vehicles manage all aspects of the vehicle fleet from maintenance to fuel purchasing.
- Purchase agreements, environmental reporting to federal agencies for 4 states.
- Daily research and cost efficiency analysis.
Education
Applied Associates of Science RN -
Western Oklahoma State University
Lawton, OK05.2023
EMT/Basic -
Oklahoma State University OKC
Oklahoma City, OK05.2010
Associates of Science -
Cameron University
Lawton, OK05.2009
Empire High School -
Empire High School
Duncan, OK05.2007
Skills
- Interdepartmental communication
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Clinical judgment
- IV insertion
- Adaptability
- Reliability
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Emergency medical procedures
- Patient assessment
- Ultrasound-guided placement of IVs
- pt prioritization
Certification
- Ultrasound-guided IV placement
- PALS
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Emergency Room Charge Nurse
Duncan Regional Hospital
02.2025 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Duncan Regional Hospital
06.2023 - Current
ER Tech
Duncan Regional Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2023
Engineer Tech
Mack Energy Co.
06.2013 - 01.2019
Applied Associates of Science RN -
Western Oklahoma State University
EMT/Basic -
Oklahoma State University OKC
Associates of Science -
Cameron University
Empire High School -
Empire High School
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