Kramer Hurt
Lansing,MI
Summary
I am a Registered Nurse seeking to use my expertise to assist your hospital. I am qualified to confidently handle medical emergencies or situations, with the requisite skillset to perform under pressure. I have proven that I have excellent interpersonal skills, and a dedicated sense of purpose to achieve high levels of patient satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse 4B/Pavillion 9
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
05.2020 - Current
- Provide acute and moderate nursing care to complex adult surgical patients within a 48-bed specialty unit at Michigan Medicine.
- Care for patients following major reconstructive, microvascular, neurosurgical, otolaryngology, oral and maxillofacial, orthopedic, and vascular procedures.
- Manage patients with complex vascular conditions and postoperative needs, including those undergoing TAVR and carotid endarterectomy.
- Provide specialized care for patients following total laryngectomy, tracheostomy, glossectomy, and other complex head and neck procedures.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for medically complex patients.
- Demonstrate strong clinical assessment and prioritization skills while caring for high-acuity patients with rapidly changing conditions.
- Apply knowledge of complex surgical and vascular patient populations to support safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
Medical Solutions Travel Nurse 7A/4B
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Oversaw care and management of various airways, including both fresh and mature tracheostomies in clinical settings.
- Coordinated care and monitoring of both fresh and mature skin flaps during patient recovery.
- Managed feeding tubes and JP drains to ensure proper function and patient comfort.
Prolink Travel Nurse Cardiothoracic Step Down Unit
Sinai-Grace Hospital
Detroit, MI
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Cardiothoracic step down/Tele unit
- Worked with a variety of drips including; Amiodarone, Cardizem, Esmolol, Heparin
- Provided support to patients with substance abuse cases, implementing soft and hard restraints when needed.
- Packed and provided wound care for patients with but not limited to stage 3 to unstageable pressure injuries.
Medical Solutions Travel Nurse CICU/Tele
Elliot Hospital
Manchester, NH
03.2018 - 09.2018
- Cared for patients post heart catheterization
- Managed care for patients with nasogastric tubes, peg tubes, continuous feeds, colostomies, urostomies
- Administered continuous BiPap, high flow, and venti masks to support respiratory needs
- Provided support for patients undergoing substance abuse withdrawal, facilitating recovery
Medical Solutions Travel Nurse, PCU/Tele
Kearney Regional Medical Center
Kearney, NE
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Cared for patients post heart Catheterization/Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Worked with femoral and radial pressure dressings
- Administered drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Esmolol, Heparin to optimize patient treatment
Registered Nurse Cardiothoracic Mixed Acuity Unit
Bronson Battle Creek
Battle Creek, MI
08.2016 - 11.2017
- Cared for patients in Clinical Decision Unit and Critical Care Step-down, ensuring timely assessment and intervention
- Trained in management of continuous BiPap, Vasoactive and Insulin drips, and Tracheostomies
- Managed continuous feeds through nasogastric and PEG tubes, optimizing nutritional support for patients
- Coordinated patient care for individuals with heart arrhythmias, CHF, COPD, ESRD, and various diagnoses, facilitating comprehensive treatment plans
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI04-2016
Skills
- IV insertion and maintenance
- PICC line maintenance
- BLS
- EKG
- Charge Nurse
- Nurse Preceptor
Timeline
Registered Nurse 4B/Pavillion 9
University of Michigan
05.2020 - Current
Medical Solutions Travel Nurse 7A/4B
University of Michigan
07.2019 - 04.2020
Prolink Travel Nurse Cardiothoracic Step Down Unit
Sinai-Grace Hospital
09.2018 - 07.2019
Medical Solutions Travel Nurse CICU/Tele
Elliot Hospital
03.2018 - 09.2018
Medical Solutions Travel Nurse, PCU/Tele
Kearney Regional Medical Center
11.2017 - 02.2018
Registered Nurse Cardiothoracic Mixed Acuity Unit
Bronson Battle Creek
08.2016 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Michigan University