Leah Boyd
Bellingham,WA
Summary
Experienced Cardiac nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Recovery Unit
PeaceHealth
Bellingham, WA
08.2021 - 09.2025
- Administered medications and managed patient sedation during interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Supervised nursing staff to maintain high standards of patient care and improve team accountability.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Delegated tasks among staff members based on qualifications to optimize workflow and ensure patient safety.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
PeaceHealth
Bellingham, Washington
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Monitored patients' cardiac status using telemetry and vital signs.
- Administered medication and managed intravenous therapies for patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans, enhancing recovery for cardiac patients.
- Educated patients and families on heart health and recovery processes, promoting understanding and adherence to treatment.
- Provided education to patients and families about heart health and recovery processes in clinical settings.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices in cardiac care.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Tacoma General Hospital
Tacoma, Washington
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Provided comprehensive care for patients with complex cardiac devices in end-stage heart failure.
- Instructed patients and families on post-discharge care instructions to enhance recovery and prevent readmissions.
- Provided continuous monitoring of the patient's vital signs and cardiac rhythms.
- Demonstrated knowledge of cardiac pathophysiology through competent performance of nursing skills related to cardiovascular assessments and interventions.
- Provided nursing care to acutely ill adult patients with cardiac conditions, including myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy, and arrhythmias, facilitating critical interventions.
- Supported healthcare team with the insertion and management of central venous catheters, arterial lines, and chest tubes.
Education
Associates Degree In Nursing Science - Nursing
Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, WABachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Washington
Seattle, WASkills
- Chronic disease management
- Clinical judgment
- Unit oversight/leadership
- Staff supervision
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective communication
Certification
- RN license number RN60659802
- ACLS/BLS certified see attached
Timeline
Cardiac Recovery Unit
PeaceHealth
08.2021 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
PeaceHealth
03.2020 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Tacoma General Hospital
09.2018 - 03.2020
Associates Degree In Nursing Science - Nursing
Bellingham Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Washington