Leah Sax
Nashville,TN
Summary
Critical care registered nurse with extensive experience in cardiovascular intensive care and cardiac telemetry, currently pursuing a Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice at Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia. Skilled in managing complex cardiac patients including advanced heart failure, mechanical circulatory support, and post–cardiac surgery care. Experienced in titrating vasoactive medications, interpreting advanced hemodynamic data, and managing high-acuity patients requiring ECMO, LVAD, IABP, and Impella support. Seeking to contribute strong cardiac critical care and anesthesia training to a cardiac-focused anesthesia practice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Saint Thomas West Hospital
Nashville, TN
12.2020 - 11.2023
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals in high-acuity settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care procedures and recovery expectations.
- Assisted in the management of complex cardiac cases, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted with invasive CVICU procedures, such as central line placements and pulmonary artery catheter insertions, ensuring aseptic technique and patient comfort throughout the process.
- Managed ventilator settings, invasive lines, and other complex medical equipment, ensuring optimal patient safety.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Saint Thomas West Hospital
Nashville, TN
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Monitored cardiac patients' vital signs, identifying changes and responding promptly to critical situations.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring compliance with hospital protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on cardiac conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care to promote health literacy.
- Provided comprehensive support for patients undergoing heart transplants, left ventricular assistive device placements, and total artificial heart procedures.
Education
DNAP - Nurse Anesthesia
Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia
Nashville, TN12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Belmont University
Nashville, TN05-2019
Skills
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Ventilator management
- Pain management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Clinical assessment
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
- Cardiopulmonary life support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Saint Thomas West Hospital
12.2020 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Saint Thomas West Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2020
DNAP - Nurse Anesthesia
Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Belmont University