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Lauren King

Vancouver,WA

Summary

Organized and dependable ICU RN, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Dedicated to delivering best-in-class patient care and individualized plans for families and patients.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN, ICU

PeaceHealth
11.2022 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
  • Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
  • Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices related to ICU nursing care management strategies.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in managing vasoactive, sedative, analgesic, and antiarrhythmic medications according to physician orders for trends that may require further intervention.
  • Managed patients requiring devices such as EVD, lumbar drain, ICP and CPP monitor, continuous EEG, CRRT, mechanical ventilation, and targeted temperature management.
  • Provided comprehensive care to critically ill patients, including those in severe septic shock, organ failure, acute respiratory distress syndrome, substance withdrawal, diabetic ketoacidosis, and cardiac and respiratory arrest.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to recover patients from both the operating room and bedside procedures including neurological, gastrointestinal, and orthopedic surgeries.
  • Mentored new nursing staff as a preceptor by facilitating a smooth transition and promoting a positive work environment.
  • Assisted my colleagues and supported the unit by taking the role of being flex nurse.

Nursing Tutor

Walla Walla University
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Prepared students for successful completion of licensure exams by reviewing key content areas and test-taking strategies thoroughly.
  • Promoted critical thinking and problem-solving skills through interactive discussions and group activities during tutoring sessions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Walla Walla University
Portland, OR
06.2022

Skills

  • Airway Management
  • End of life care
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Telemetry Monitoring
  • Preceptor

Certification

  • ACLS - valid through 05/2025
  • BLS - valid through 05/2025
  • NIHSS
  • Oregon RN License - 10000171
  • Washington RN License - RN61371525

Timeline

RN, ICU

PeaceHealth
11.2022 - Current

Nursing Tutor

Walla Walla University
09.2021 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Walla Walla University
  • ACLS - valid through 05/2025
  • BLS - valid through 05/2025
  • NIHSS
  • Oregon RN License - 10000171
  • Washington RN License - RN61371525
Lauren King