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Lauren G Price
Homestead,FL
Summary
Registered nurse with 20 years of experience in varied specialties seeking to increase knowledge and professional growth to better serve my patients as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Develops tailored care plans meeting the unique needs of clients. Passionate about providing clients with high-quality care to improve quality of life.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Supervisor
Baptist Health South Florida
Mariners Hospital
11.2014 - Current
- In charge of daily operations and delivery of patient care in an outpatient cardiac rehabilitation department.
- Evaluated patient progress in cardiovascular strengthening and risk factor modification and adjusted treatment plans to address areas of concern and knowledge deficits.
- Educated clients and families on community resources, treatment options and health care services to better manage conditions.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Responsible for department accreditation through the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit, identifying potential risks, implementing appropriate safeguards, and providing ongoing training to staff members.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided support to promote client safety and wellbeing.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Baptist Health South Florida
West Kendall Baptist Health
02.2013 - 11.2014
- Acted as an advanced CCRN certified nurse and patient advocate in a medical-surgical ICU and frequently floated to other hospital departments.
- Served as Chair for the Unit Practice Council, collaborating with staff in shared- decision making, performance improvement, and evidence-based projects.
- Trained in targeted temperature management, continuous renal replacement therapies, intra-abdominal pressure monitoring, and hemodynamic management.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests and invasive procedures as needed while maintaining strict adherence to safety guidelines.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to identify potential issues or complications in a timely manner, taking appropriate action to mitigate risks.
ICU Nurse
Baptist Health South Florida
Homestead
03.2008 - 03.2013
- Active member on the Unit Practice Council and Professional Development Council.
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, family members, and patients on complex end-of-life decisions within the ICU.
- Mentored new ICU nurses, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance their professional development.
- Enhanced patient care with critical thinking and swift decision-making during emergencies.
- Worked toward Magnet designation and attended the annual Magnet conference
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
South University
On-line03-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Calvin College
Grand Rapids, MI01.2004
Skills
- Compassionate
- Personable
- Hard-working
- Critical thinker
- Advocate
- Clinical leadership
- Patient education and counseling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Marketing and promotion
- Outcome assessment
Certification
- BLS, 06/30/25
- ACLS, 10/31/25
- PALS, 02/28/27
Memberships And Awards
- AACVPR member
- Daisy Award winner 2016
- CCRN, expired
Interests
Timeline
Patient Care Supervisor
Baptist Health South Florida
11.2014 - Current
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Baptist Health South Florida
02.2013 - 11.2014
ICU Nurse
Baptist Health South Florida
03.2008 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Calvin College
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
South University