Lan Cai BSN, RN
Richmond,Texas
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience in pediatric emergency care, interventional cardiology, and high-acuity float nursing across leading Houston hospital systems. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, rapid adaptability, and the ability to deliver safe, compassionate care in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to support multidisciplinary teams, improve patient flow, and maintain excellence across adult and pediatric specialties. Fluent in English and Vietnamese, enabling culturally competent communication with diverse patient populations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Emergency Registered Nurse
Texas Children’s Hospital
Houston, TX
10.2025 - Current
- Rapidly assessed and treated pediatric patients presenting with trauma, respiratory distress, and emergent cardiac conditions in a high-volume emergency department.
- Collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to rapidly stabilize critically ill pediatric patients, supporting improved response times and patient outcomes.
- Delivered compassionate, family-centered care while educating caregivers in high-stress situations.
- Supported procedural care, including conscious sedation and bedside interventions when necessary.
Pediatric Cath Lab RN (PRN)
Texas Children’s Hospital
Houston, Texas
02.2025 - Current
- Supported complex pediatric interventional and electrophysiology procedures through scrubbing, circulating, and continuous hemodynamic monitoring.
- Recognize and respond to critical changes in patient condition, supporting emergent procedures and stabilization
- Maintained sterile technique, medication readiness, and procedural efficiency to optimize case flow.
- Collaborate closely with cardiologists, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient case flow and optimal outcomes.
Float Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann
Houston, Texas
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Delivered safe, high-quality care across Med-Surg, Telemetry, Postpartum, IMU, and ED Holding units with minimal orientation.
- Adapted quickly to varying workflows and patient populations while maintaining continuity of care.
- Partnered with case management and providers to improve discharge efficiency and patient throughput.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Houston, TX09-2023
Skills
- High-Acuity Patient Management (IMU/ED/Cath Lab)
- Hemodynamic Monitoring & Procedural Support
- Rapid Assessment & Clinical Decision-Making
- Interdisciplinary Coordination
- Emergency Response & Stabilization
- Workflow Efficiency and Throughput Optimization
- Patient & Family Communication
- Cross-Unit Adaptability
Certification
- Multistate Registered Nurse License: 1135638.
- First Aid/Basic Life Support/AED (AHA)/PALS/ACLS
- NIHSS Stroke Certification. AACN NRP Program
Timeline
Pediatric Emergency Registered Nurse
Texas Children’s Hospital
10.2025 - Current
Pediatric Cath Lab RN (PRN)
Texas Children’s Hospital
02.2025 - Current
Float Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann
09.2023 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing