Krisha Heuss-Blackburn
Ames,IA
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in critical care nursing. Recognized for teamwork and ability to adapt in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes while mentoring new staff.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Subscription Services for The Iowan Magazine
Heuss Printing
01.2021 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
ICU Nurse
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
10.2004 - Current
- Mentored and oriented new nursing staff on ICU protocols, enhancing skill sets and adherence to best practices.
- As a charge nurse, managed patient care and staff assignments to ensure efficient functioning of a 36-bed unit
- Worked as the Rapid Response Nurse, which included the response to medical emergencies outside of the CCU
- Managed comprehensive care for critical care unit patients, utilizing advanced modalities such as IABP, Impella, CRTT and ECMO
ICU Nurse
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
09.2003 - 10.2004
- Administered critical care interventions to stabilize patients in life-threatening conditions.
- Facilitated orientation for new staff within ICU environment.
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
07.2000 - 09.2003
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances and emergent situations on the step-down unit while maintaining composure under pressure and providing high-quality care.
- Coordinated and implemented the care for 2-3 acutely ill patients
- Mentored and oriented new staff
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
06.1999 - 07.2000
- Oversaw patient care as a staff nurse in a joint medical/surgical and oncology unit, including the administration of chemotherapeutic agents
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Truman State University
Kirksville, MOSkills
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Organizational skills
- Organization and time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
Quality Improvement Coordinator for the Step-Down Unit 2003-2004
Mentor of the Year for Missouri Baptist Medical Center 2003
Member of the Advanced Directives Committee 2004
Skin care Liaison for the ICU 2004
Member of the Adaptive Design Committee 2016-2026
Rapid Response Data Collection 2020-2026
Rapid Response Formation Committee 2023
Multiple Daisy Award Nominations
Certification
- Iowa Nursing License #102519 Expires 9/15/28
- Mandatory Reporter Adult/Child Expires 8/10/27
- Basic Life Support Expires 5/2027
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Expires 5/2027
- Critical Care Registered Nurse Expires 8/2027
Timeline
Subscription Services for The Iowan Magazine
Heuss Printing
01.2021 - Current
ICU Nurse
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
10.2004 - Current
ICU Nurse
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
09.2003 - 10.2004
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
07.2000 - 09.2003
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
06.1999 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Science -
Truman State University