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
Registered Nurse, ICU
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
2017.09 - 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.
RN
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
2016.04 - 2017.09
- Delivered bedside care to patients in a busy 36-bed Cardiac telemetry unit.
- Provide direct medical care to patients needing medical treatment, including post-cardiac catheterization, STEMI, cardioversion or any other cardiac procedure.
- Providing care for management of hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmia and other heart conditions.
- Evaluating and monitoring heart devices, such as pacemakers and defibrillators.
- Prepared patients for stress testing, echocardiograms, diagnostic studies, cardiac catheterization procedures and the operation room.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options, disease process ,and management and lifestyle options.
RN
Rasul Akram Hospital
2013.05 - 2014.05
- 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.
RN
Aria Hospital
2012.12 - 2014.05
- 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.
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
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ICU
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
2017.09 - Current
RN
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
2016.04 - 2017.09
RN
Rasul Akram Hospital
2013.05 - 2014.05
RN
Aria Hospital
2012.12 - 2014.05
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
West Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
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