Healthcare professional with significant experience in critical care environments. Adept at managing complex patient cases and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Known for adaptability and results-driven approach in dynamic healthcare settings. Skills include patient assessment, critical decision-making, and advanced life support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
03.2021 - Current
Assessed and managed patients in a high acuity neurosurgical and neuro critical care ICU, caring for a patient population including acute stroke, hydrocephalus, brain tumors, status epilepticus, neuromuscular disorders, brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations and other neurological conditions.
Monitored and interpreted hemodynamic parameters via invasive monitoring, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response requiring titration of vasoactive, sedating, and analgesic medications, as well as administration of hyperosmolar therapy and paralytic agents.
Skilled in daily management of devices and procedures such as external ventricular drains, bolts, CRRT, arterial lines, swan-ganz catheters, targeted temperature management, and conscious sedation for bedside procedures.
Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, as well as Clinical Leader on the unit, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate competent and compassionate care.
As Charge Nurse, communicated clearly and effectively the interdisciplinary team as well as administration to ensure proper staffing, safe assignments, smooth transitions of care and a well rounded culture on the unit.
Event Coordinator and Restaurant Manager
CooknSolo
06.2016 - 03.2020
Coordinated schedules and timelines for daily service and special events.
Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions and constantly multitasking.
Collaborated with marketing teams and outside ensure seamless event execution and positive outcomes.rs, celebratory occasions and promotional events.
Collaborated with marketing teams, vendors and clients to ensure seamless event execution and positive outcomes.
Established positive relationships with clients, ensuring their needs were met throughout the event planning process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA
03-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Women's Studies
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
01-2014
Skills
CRRT
Ventilator and Airway management
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Patient advocacy
Compassionate care
Analytical thinking
Problem-solving
Decision-making
Documentation and reporting
Central line management
Hemodynamic monitoring
Licensure and Certification
Registered Nurse - Pennsylvania and New Jersey
BLS and ACLS - American Heart Association
CCRN - American Association of Critical Care Nurses