Kaitlyn Simpson

As a travel nurse in a Critical Care Unit, I provided comprehensive care to patients with a wide range of life-threatening conditions, including respiratory failure, sepsis, cardiac events, and multi-organ dysfunction. I monitored hemodynamics, managed ventilators and invasive lines, administered complex medication regimens, and responded rapidly to emergencies. I adapted quickly to new environments and protocols across various hospitals, collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care. My focus was on maintaining patient stability, promoting recovery, and ensuring clear communication with families in high-pressure, fast-paced settings.

As a travel nurse in a Neuro Stepdown unit, I cared for patients with acute neurological conditions transitioning from intensive care, including stroke, post-craniotomy, seizure management, and spine surgeries. I monitored neuro status closely, managed telemetry, administered IV medications, and prepared patients for continued recovery or rehabilitation. Adapting quickly to the unit as a traveler, I maintained safe, efficient care while balancing a high patient load. I collaborated with the care team to implement individualized plans, provided patient and family education, and ensured thorough documentation in fast-paced, high-turnover settings.

Returning to the Neuro ICU for a second time, I brought a deeper level of confidence, critical thinking, and clinical skill to the care of complex neurological patients. I managed patients with conditions such as strokes, aneurysms, TBIs, seizures, and post-neurosurgical interventions, handling advanced monitoring devices and titrating critical drips with precision. With prior experience in the unit, I was able to quickly reintegrate into the team, support newer staff, and take on more complex assignments. I continued to prioritize accurate neuro assessments, rapid response to changes in condition, and clear communication with physicians and families in a high-acuity environment.

As a travel nurse, I worked across multiple ICU, step-down, and medical-surgical units throughout various hospitals in North Carolina, often as part of the float pool. I adapted quickly to different facility protocols and patient populations, providing high-quality care in high-acuity and fast-paced environments. My responsibilities included managing complex cases, performing thorough assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to support patient recovery. I frequently floated between units based on staffing needs, demonstrating flexibility, strong critical thinking, and the ability to deliver consistent, safe care across diverse clinical settings.

In the Neuro ICU, I cared for critically ill patients with complex neurological conditions such as strokes, traumatic brain injuries, and post-op craniotomies. My responsibilities included performing frequent neuro checks, managing ventilators and intracranial pressure devices, and adjusting critical drips to maintain patient stability. I worked closely with physicians, therapists, and other team members to coordinate care, responded quickly to changes in condition or emergencies, and provided education and support to patients and families. I also maintained accurate, timely documentation and upheld high standards in a fast-paced critical care setting.