Professional healthcare provider prepared for this role. Adept at patient care, vascular access procedures, and clinical documentation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in critical thinking and compassionate care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vascular Access RN
University Of Cincinnati Medical
05.2021 - Current
Enhanced patient care by efficiently inserting and maintaining PICC lines, Midlines, Extended dwell catheters, and UGPIV's ensuring proper function and reducing complications.
Monitored patients for potential complications related to PICC line placement, enabling early detection and prompt intervention.
Implemented evidence-based practices to maintain high standards of infection control in central venous access device insertion and care.
Served as a resource for nurses seeking guidance on the management of complex vascular access cases involving PICC lines or other central venous access devices.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on vascular access, staying current with best practices and emerging trends within the field.
Educated patients and families on PICC line care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting successful treatment adherence.
Streamlined the process for obtaining blood samples from PICC lines, minimizing discomfort for patients while maintaining accuracy in laboratory results.
Supported patients during difficult treatments by offering emotional support, answering questions, and addressing concerns related to their PICC lines.
Provided compassionate nursing care to critically ill patients requiring central venous access devices, prioritizing comfort, safety, and dignity.
RN-LTAC
Daniel Drake Center for Post Acute Care
06.2017 - 05.2021
Provide nursing care to patients with ongoing/acute medical conditions such as: Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injuries, Acute Respiratory Failure, Complex Wound Care, Organ Transplants, and Complex ENT surgery
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to develop an individualized plan of care
Work closely with physicians to communicate changes in assessment findings, abnormal labs/diagnostics, and patient/family concerns
Provided quality nursing care to a wide variety of acute/chronically ill adults in the hospital setting
Participated/completed multiple skill building programs offered by hospital including but not limited to: IV therapy certification, Telemetry/EKG certification, EPIC training, and LIFT training
As part of the hospital float pool, I had the opportunity to gain experience in a variety of acute care settings including the following: telemetry/step-down, cancer care, med/surg, and rehabilitation
Spent approximately ten years on an Ortho/Neuro/Med-surgical floor
Gained extensive experience in the care of a wide variety of post-surgical patients
Monitored/maintained within scope of practice: IV infusions, PCA pumps, epidural infusions, Murphy drips, chest tubes, and other various surgical drains and appliances
Participated and contributed to maintenance/improvement of unit/hospital quality assurance goals and interventions including: SCIP, fall prevention, and prevention of UTI's
Participated and contributed to maintenance/improvement of unit/hospital customer satisfaction ratings (Press/Ganey)
Participated in/contributed to the unit's evidence based practice journal club
Served as preceptor for LPN students and new employees
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
West Chester, OH
01.2014
Practical Nursing Diploma - LPN
Career Development Center
Newport News, VA
01.1995
Skills
Ultrasound guided peripheral IV's
PICC line placement/maintenance
Midline placement/maintenance
Extended dwell catheter placement/maintenance
Collaboration with physicians and other clinicians
Education of patients, families with goal of reducing complications
Certification
RN.408755
American Heart Association: Healthcare Provider BLS, current
American Heart Association: ACLS, current
VA-BC: expires 12/01/25
Nursingexperience
RN-LTAC, 02/01/16, Current, Daniel Drake Center for Post Acute Care, Cincinnati, OH, Provide nursing care to patients with ongoing/acute medical conditions such as: Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injuries, Acute Respiratory Failure, Complex Wound Care, Organ Transplants, and Complex ENT surgery., Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to develop an individualized plan of care., Work closely with physicians to communicate changes in assessment findings, abnormal labs/diagnostics, and patient/family concerns., Perform/document detailed physical assessments, report abnormal findings, implement and coordinate appropriate interventions., Serve as a liaison between patients and physicians to assist patients in understanding their treatment plans., Collaborate with and provide guidance to PCA/LPN in relation to coordination of patient care., Evaluate health education needs of patients and provided necessary training and instruction., Instruct patients and family members on proper discharge care. This includes medications, diagnosis, and health maintenance.
RN Charge Nurse Rehab Unit, 11/01/14, 02/01/16, Tri-County Extended Care Center, Fairfield, OH, Performed and documented admission assessments., Collaborated/communicated closely with Physician, Nurses, and family members to develop an individualized plan of care for clients., Obtained IV access/administered IV medications and monitored for side effects., Assisted Nurses with medication administration as needed., Communicated with family members to help resolve any problems or concerns., Assisted Physician with rounds by providing pertinent assessment/lab data.
LPN/Float pool: Med/Surgical, Telemetry, Oncology, Ortho-Neuro, 07/01/99, 07/01/13, Mercy Hospital Fairfield, Fairfield, OH, Provided quality nursing care to a wide variety of acute/chronically ill adults in the hospital setting., Participated/completed multiple skill building programs offered by hospital including but not limited to: IV therapy certification, Telemetry/EKG certification, EPIC training, and LIFT training., As part of the hospital float pool, I had the opportunity to gain experience in a variety of acute care settings including the following: telemetry/step-down, cancer care, med/surg, and rehabilitation., Spent approximately ten years on an Ortho/Neuro/Med-surgical floor. Gained extensive experience in the care of a wide variety of post-surgical patients., Monitored/maintained within scope of practice: IV infusions, PCA pumps, epidural infusions, Murphy drips, chest tubes, and other various surgical drains and appliances., Participated and contributed to maintenance/improvement of unit/hospital quality assurance goals and interventions including: SCIP, fall prevention, and prevention of UTI's., Participated and contributed to maintenance/improvement of unit/hospital customer satisfaction ratings (Press/Ganey)., Participated in/contributed to the unit's evidence based practice journal club., Served as preceptor for LPN students and new employees.