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Lernik Darvanesian

Glendale,CA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with +9 years of experience delivering bedside care in the intensive and cardiac care unit. A skilled and highly trained healthcare professional with proven experience providing quality, evidence-based care to different variety of patients. Specialized in taking care of critically ill patients with CRRT, ECMO, Swan-Gaz catheter, Ventriculostomy drain, and other invasive devices. Promoted to Charge Nurse because of demonstrated leadership skills. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle complex patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, and respectful attitude. Known as a team player, with the belief in empowering patients with education that enhances wellness and quality of life.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Register Nurse, ICU

Aria Hospital
12.2012 - 05.2014
  • Closely monitored hemodynamically unstable patients and implemented appropriate interventions.
  • Managed chest tubes, JP drain, Vascath, central lines, Swan-Ganz catheter, arterial lines, pacer wires, etc.
  • Developed patient care plan, including assessment, evaluation and nursing diagnosis.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment, disease process and management options.

Register Nurse, ICU

Rasul Akram Hospital
05.2013 - 05.2014
  • Assisted with cardiac catheterizations and provided follow-up care to patients.
  • Ensured that quality assurance procedures were followed.
  • Performed removal of cardiac arterial sheath post-procedure and monitored for any complications.

Registered Nurse, ICU

Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
09.2017 - Current
  • Delivered bedside care to patients in a busy 45-bed ICU for medical, surgical ,and neurological patients.
  • Provide direct medical care to patients needing intensive medical treatment, including acute stroke (post tPA, thrombectomy), intracranial hemorrhage, septic shock, cardiogenic shock, aneurysm, heart failure, etc.
  • Provide and performed care for patients with IABP, ECMO, CRRT, EVD, etc.
  • Admitted patient post-operatively with CABG, vascular surgery, TAVR, and many other operations.
  • Assist doctors with procedures such as central line insertion, chest tube insertion, intubation, etc.
  • Serve as a charge nurse; Assigns staffing and ensures the highest quality patient care is delivered.
  • Serve as a rapid response nurse (RRT).
  • Serve as a preceptor for both rotating students and new staff.
  • Ensure 100% accuracy and completeness when documenting procedure, patient condition and administration of medication.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Practice

West Coast University
09.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Tehran University of Medical Sciences
01.2013

Skills

Technical Skills:

  • Proficient in using Epic charting systme
    AccuCath insertion certified
  • Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) specialized
  • Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) specialized
  • Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) specialized

Interpersonal skills:

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Acute care expertise
  • Detail oriented
  • Calm under pressure
  • Excellent time management

Accomplishments

  • Registered Nurse License# 95092500
  • Nurse Practitioner License# 95030276
  • Critical Nurse Registered Nurse
  • Stroke Certified Registered Nurse
  • ACLS

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Armenian
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Native or Bilingual

Certification

APRN

CCRN

SCRN

Timeline

Registered Nurse, ICU

Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
09.2017 - Current

Register Nurse, ICU

Rasul Akram Hospital
05.2013 - 05.2014

Register Nurse, ICU

Aria Hospital
12.2012 - 05.2014

Master of Science - Nursing Practice

West Coast University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Tehran University of Medical Sciences

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