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KeRachel Mitchell

Denham Springs,Louisiana

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive ICU experience at Ochsner and Woman's Hospital, excelling in critical thinking and patient care. Proven ability to manage complex cases, educate patients, and lead multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in advanced cardiac life support and adept at fostering collaborative relationships to enhance patient outcomes. Passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse- Adult Intensive Care Unit

Ochsner
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2024 - Current
  • Skilled in caring for patients with multi-system health issues.
  • Proficient in mechanical ventilator management and maintenance.
  • Expertise in diagnostic equipment and medical interventions.
  • Administered medications accurately and effectively.
  • Trained in central venous and arterial line insertion.
  • Strong critical thinking and decision-making in emergencies.
  • Collaborated effectively in multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Executed life-saving measures (CPR, ACLS).
  • Knowledgeable in ICU protocols and infection control.
  • Managed acute pain and sedation in critically ill patients.
  • Prioritized and triaged patient care based on severity.
  • Accurate documentation of patient assessments and care plans.

Registered Nurse- Adult Intensive Care Unit

Woman’s Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2021 - 02.2025
  • Provided specialized support for postpartum recovery, managing complications like pre-eclampsia, and hemorrhage.
  • Executed life-saving measures (CPR, ACLS, PALS).
  • Monitored high-risk patients using advanced ICU equipment.
  • Managed hypertensive disorders in pregnancy with magnesium sulfate and antihypertensives.
  • Expert in post-operative care and pain management for breast cancer reconstruction patients.
  • Collaborated effectively with medical teams for comprehensive care.
  • Operated ICU equipment, including ventilators, infusion pumps, and monitoring systems.
  • Administered high-risk medications, and utilized PCA for pain management.
  • Directed ICU unit activities, optimized efficiency, and maintained standards as the relief charge nurse.
  • Responded to emergencies as part of the hospital's rapid response team.
  • Identified and managed sepsis and infection control.
  • Maintained precise documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Responded to emergent situations hospital-wide, coordinating critical care in time-sensitive environments.

Registered Nurse- Medical-Telemetry Stepdown Unit

Ochsner
New Orleans, LA
06.2022 - 06.2024
Clinical & Patient Care Skills:
  • Monitored and managed cardiac telemetry.
  • Coordinated care for patients moving out of the ICU.
  • Oversaw recovery processes for surgical procedures and enduring medical conditions.
  • Performed the administration of medications, intravenous fluids, and blood product infusions.
  • Enhanced methodologies for sepsis prevention and intervention.
  • Provided condition management education.
Charge Nurse Skills:
  • Oversaw team operations for optimal unit performance.
  • Oversaw staffing operations and collaborated with healthcare teams.
  • Demonstrated aptitude for high-stakes decision-making during crises.
  • Managed compliance effectively.
Preceptor Skills:
  • Provided educational support to newly hired nursing staff.
  • Enhanced understanding and compliance with established procedures.

Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit

Ochsner
Baton Rouge, LA
07.2019 - 11.2021
  • Skilled in caring for patients with multi-system health issues.
  • Proficient in mechanical ventilator management and maintenance.
  • Expertise in diagnostic equipment and medical interventions.
  • Administered medications accurately and effectively.
  • Trained in central venous and arterial line insertion.
  • Strong critical thinking and decision-making in emergencies.
  • Collaborated effectively in multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Executed life-saving measures (CPR, ACLS).
  • Knowledgeable in ICU protocols and infection control.
  • Managed acute pain and sedation in critically ill patients.
  • Prioritized and triaged patient care based on severity.
  • Accurate documentation of patient assessments and care plans.

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

Ochsner Medical Center
New Orleans, Louisiana
01.2019 - 07.2019
  • Monitored cardiac and telemetry for arrhythmias.
  • Ensured seamless continuity in treatment plans for patients moving out of ICU.
  • Oversaw post-operative care and long-term management of chronic conditions like hypertension and heart failure.
  • Administered medications, fluids, and blood products.
  • Administered strategies for managing pain and infections.
  • Prepared patients with knowledge about their condition management and discharge procedures.

Education

Master of Science - Concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner

Herzing University
Dearborn, MI
12-2025

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, LA
08.2020

Nursing - Associates of Science in Nursing

Baton Rouge Community College
Baton Rouge, LA
12.2018

High School Diploma -

Dutchtown High School
Geismar, LA
05.2009

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Critical thinking
  • Medical equipment operation
  • Patient education
  • Team collaboration
  • Documentation management
  • Time management
  • Infection control
  • Geriatric treatment
  • Medication administration
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Palliative and pain management
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Obstetrics and gynecology
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Licensed RN
  • Culturally-sensitive care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Staff supervision
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Direct and indirect patient care
  • Cardiac care
  • Emergency response
  • Chronic disease management
  • Infant CPR certified
  • Ventilator care
  • Diabetes management
  • IV drug therapy management

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, 01/31/26, 202076
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider, 03/31/25
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Provider, 03/31/25
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider, 03/31/25
  • NIH Stroke Certification, 01/30/2025
  • CPI, 03/19/2026

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse- Adult Intensive Care Unit

Ochsner
06.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse- Medical-Telemetry Stepdown Unit

Ochsner
06.2022 - 06.2024

Registered Nurse- Adult Intensive Care Unit

Woman’s Hospital
02.2021 - 02.2025

Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit

Ochsner
07.2019 - 11.2021

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

Ochsner Medical Center
01.2019 - 07.2019

Master of Science - Concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner

Herzing University

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

Nursing - Associates of Science in Nursing

Baton Rouge Community College

High School Diploma -

Dutchtown High School

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