Lacey Matthews
Aliquippa,PA
Summary
Professional healthcare provider skilled in post-anesthesia care, proficient in patient monitoring, pain management, and emergency response. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing clinical environments, with strong communication and critical thinking skills. Focused on delivering high-quality care and achieving excellent patient satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel PACU Nurse
ARMStaffing- Forbes Hospital
09.2024 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care, addressing concerns, and answering questions.
- Facilitated smooth handoffs between surgical teams and PACU staff by effectively communicating pertinent information regarding patient status.
- Optimized patient flow in the PACU by efficiently managing bed assignments and coordinating discharge planning.
Travel PACU Nurse
ARMStaffing- Allegheny General
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Assessed patients'' readiness for transfer to step-down units or home, ensuring all criteria were met before proceeding with transitions of care.
- Safeguarded patients from potential complications with vigilant recognition and prompt intervention when necessary.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
Travel PACU Nurse
ARMStaffing- Westmoreland Hospital
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Safeguarded patients from potential complications with vigilant recognition and prompt intervention when necessary.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
Travel PACU Nurse
American Mobile Nursing- Geisinger Medical
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Safeguarded patients from potential complications with vigilant recognition and prompt intervention when necessary.
- Optimized patient flow in the PACU by efficiently managing bed assignments and coordinating discharge planning.
Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care Unit
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center- Passavant
01.2016 - 09.2021
- Administered recovery protocols for patients exiting the operating room.
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, stabilizing patients experiencing complications or adverse reactions after anesthesia administration.
- Provided compassionate care to patients in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, ensuring a comfortable environment during their recovery process.
Travel PACU Nurse
American Mobile Nursing- Georgetown University
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Worked with the healthcare team to develop a new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all medical records and personal information interactions.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, including central line placements, lumbar punctures, and thoracenteses.
Registered Nurse Surgical Intensive Care Unit
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center – Passavant
01.2008 - 01.2016
- Managed patient care and charge nurse duties in a 16-bed adult medical/surgical ICU.
- Responsible for patient care assignments, RN staffing, and patient flow
- Addressed condition A and C scenarios as an ACLS-certified nurse.
- Supported patient triage processes.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance primary unit expertise.
Work Source Extra Hours Registered Nurse
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center – Shadyside Hospital – Magee Women’s Hospital
09.2011 - 12.2015
- Provided comprehensive care to patients in medical and surgical ICU settings.
- Supported Interventional Radiology team.
Travel PACU Nurse
American Mobile Nursing- Penn Highlands Hospital
07.2017 - 07.2017
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Safeguarded patients from potential complications with vigilant recognition and prompt intervention when necessary.
Interim Clinician Surgical Intensive Care Unit
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center- Passavant
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Handled charge nurse duties on a high-acuity intensive care unit.
- Managed staff scheduling, interviews, and performance evaluations.
- Informed staff of policy and procedure updates.
- Collaborated with colleagues in the PARTNER project.
- Tracked staff adherence to restraint documentation requirements.
Travel PACU Nurse
American Mobile Nursing- Milton S. Hershey Medical
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Took vitals and assessed patients in the recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Safeguarded patients from potential complications with vigilant recognition and prompt intervention when necessary.
- Reduced complications through consistent assessment of pain levels and administration of appropriate medications.
Education
Nursing Diploma -
Shadyside School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA12.2007
Skills
- Anesthesia recovery
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient recovery assessments
- Compassionate care
- Pain management
- Medication administration
- Vitals assessments
References
Available Upon Request
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Cardiac Support
Awardsnominations
- 2008, Rookie of the Year
- 2010, Cameo of Caring
Timeline
Travel PACU Nurse
ARMStaffing- Forbes Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Travel PACU Nurse
ARMStaffing- Allegheny General
09.2021 - 08.2024
Travel PACU Nurse
ARMStaffing- Westmoreland Hospital
04.2021 - 09.2021
Travel PACU Nurse
American Mobile Nursing- Geisinger Medical
02.2019 - 08.2019
Travel PACU Nurse
American Mobile Nursing- Milton S. Hershey Medical
01.2018 - 04.2018
Travel PACU Nurse
American Mobile Nursing- Penn Highlands Hospital
07.2017 - 07.2017
Travel PACU Nurse
American Mobile Nursing- Georgetown University
07.2016 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care Unit
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center- Passavant
01.2016 - 09.2021
Interim Clinician Surgical Intensive Care Unit
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center- Passavant
01.2015 - 05.2015
Work Source Extra Hours Registered Nurse
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center – Shadyside Hospital – Magee Women’s Hospital
09.2011 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse Surgical Intensive Care Unit
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center – Passavant
01.2008 - 01.2016
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Cardiac Support
Nursing Diploma -
Shadyside School of Nursing
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