Laura Walker
Grain Valley,MO
Summary
Highly motivated, critical care RN with a desire to take on new challenges. Previous experiences include: Cardiovascular, Cardiac, and Neuro/Trauma ICUs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Critical Care
North Kansas City Hospital
North Kansas City , MO
05.1998 - 01.2025
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Performed emergency medical procedures, such as advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), when necessary.
- Provided comprehensive care to critically ill patients, including those with complex medical and surgical conditions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify healthcare needs and potential complications.
- Assisted in the orientation and mentoring of new nursing staff, enhancing team capabilities.
- Administered care to patients suffering from catastrophic traumatic injuries.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions in order to provide appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
- Performed advanced life support skills including intubation, chest tube insertion, lumbar puncture, and central line placement.
- Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Maintained current knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines for critical care.
- Operated and monitored life support systems and medical devices specific to the critical care setting.
- Implemented advanced life support techniques and interventions during emergency situations to stabilize patients.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Fostered positive relationships with physicians, staff members, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Jewell College
500 College Hill, Liberty, MO 6406805-1998
Skills
Proficiencies:
EVD's
CRRT
Hemodynamic monitoring
TTP
Ventilators
Lumbar drains
Tracheostomies
Cerebell
Cheetah monitor
Hemosphere monitoring
Vasopressors
Chest tubes
Accomplishments
- Daisy Aaward
Certification
- ACLS/BLS
- TNCC
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN, Critical Care
North Kansas City Hospital
05.1998 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Jewell College
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