Kyrie McLeod
Norfolk,VA
Summary
RN that is adept at hemodynamic monitoring and fostering teamwork with the goal of seeking, and maintaining, a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Responded efficiently to medical emergencies within the hospital setting, providing life-saving interventions as needed.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies while maintaining strict sterile technique.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical illness or end-of-life situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for critically ill patients.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment, adhering to infection control protocols and promoting patient comfort.
- Reduced ICU readmissions through thorough patient assessments, timely interventions, and effective discharge education.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic findings to promptly identify changes in patient condition.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Riverside Regional Medical Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted surgeons during bedside procedures such as central line insertions or tracheostomies, ensuring proper set-up and maintenance of aseptic technique.
- Managed ventilator care for critically ill patients, ensuring optimal settings.
- Reduced recovery time for surgical ICU patients by providing comprehensive post-operative care, including pain management and wound care.
- Identified early signs of potential complications by conducting regular assessments and initiating appropriate interventions as needed.
- Managed complex medication regimens by administering intravenous medications, titrating drips based on clinical parameters, and monitoring for potential side effects or interactions.
- Contributed to a decrease in hospital-acquired infections by maintaining strict sterile techniques during invasive procedures and dressing changes.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and adherence to infection control protocols.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
American Mobile Nursing
12.2019 - 06.2023
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
07.2016 - 12.2019
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, evidence-based care in a fast-paced Cardiac ICU setting.
- Demonstrated competency in the administration of various cardiac medications such as antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, vasopressors, and inotropes for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Participated in code blue situations as an integral member of the resuscitation team, applying advanced life-saving techniques under high-stress scenarios.
- Provided continuous hemodynamic monitoring for critically ill patients, adjusting treatments accordingly to optimize outcomes.
- Managed critical patient cases for optimal recovery with timely interventions and assessments.
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, reactions and progress in alignment with physician orders.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as central line insertions and chest tube placements, ensuring safe and efficient completion.
- Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff members, sharing clinical expertise and guiding them towards professional development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Paul D Camp Community College
Franklin, VA05.2016
Skills
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Central Line Management
- Chest Tube Management
- Airway Management
- End of life care
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Tracheostomy Care
- Enteral Feeding
- Seizure Management
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- CPR/AED
- Medical Device Monitoring
Timeline
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Riverside Regional Medical Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
American Mobile Nursing
12.2019 - 06.2023
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
07.2016 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Paul D Camp Community College
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