Linda Keck

Float to ICU

Act as charge nurse when needed

Working with cardiac and respiratory arrest

Working with ventilators

Titration of critical drips

Act as part of code team

Teaching patients and families about care, medications, and plan of care

Teaching new nurses

• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Working with ventilators and cardiac drips
• Trained as charge nurse
• Float and trained in ICU and ER

• Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
• Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
• Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
• Improved patient well-being by offering advice on preventive health measures.
• Helped charge nurse staff unit and achieve coverage goals.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.

• Observed, recorded and communicated patient conditions utilizing computerized documentation systems.
• Conducted ongoing evaluation of patient outcomes to document success of interventions and strategies in relation to plan of care.
• Identified patient needs based on objective data and followed through with appropriate documentation.
• Administered prescribed medications, changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs to provide high standards of patient care.
• Responded to code blue alerts within facility to initiate protocol, special procedures and cardiac monitoring.
• Educated patients and families about medications and treatment instructions to facilitate continuum of care.
• Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.

• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
• Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.

• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
• Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.

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• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
• Participated in telemetry departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve higher standard of patient care.
• Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
• Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
• Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
• Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
• Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
• Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
• Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
• Performed hourly rounds on 48-bed floor to monitor equipment function and lead placement.
• Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
• Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
• Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.

• Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
• Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
• Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
• Provided targeted care and treatment to COVID patients.
• Delivered outstanding patient care in COVID critical care units.
• Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
• Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
• Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
• Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
• Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.

• Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
• Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients.
• Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
• Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
• Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents.
• Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
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• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
• Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
• Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
• Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
• Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
• Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
• Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
• Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
• Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
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• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
• Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
• Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families’ cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
• Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
• Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
• Educated patients and families about medications and treatment instructions to facilitate continuum of care.
• Responded to code blue alerts within facility to initiate protocol, special procedures and cardiac monitoring.
• Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
• Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
• Administered prescribed medications, changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs to provide high standards of patient care.

• Evaluated hospital-onset and healthcare-acquired infections by conducting root cause analysis.
• Kept teams operating in accordance with latest epidemiological research and sound care practices.
• Surveilled ongoing infections to verify adequate data collection, control procedures and current staff interventions.
• Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
• Presented findings to committees and public interest groups to spearhead necessary changes to policies and procedures.
• Identified risks proactively, preparing teams for likely infections based on seasonal changes or current epidemiological trends.
• Oversaw committees, investigations and surveillance focused on preventing COVID outbreaks.
• Worked with Dr. Hernandez to implement emergency actions for especially virulent or widespread infections.
• Identified and mitigated unnecessary infection risks through regular reviews and procedural assessments.
• Performed preventative measures and maintained firm safety levels to avoid spread of infection and disease.
• Developed and improved infection control procedures.
• Coordinated successfully and with full compliance to prevent infections according to facility and Joint Commission standards.
• Maintained records of procedures, infections and outcomes.
• Developed effective training programs to help staff understand and implement critical protections.
• Gathered, analyzed and reported on infection data.
• Gathered and submitted data to regulatory agencies for mandatory report infections such as COVID.
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• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
• Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
• Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
• Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families’ cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
• Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Provided exceptional care to 3 high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
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• Utilized specialized equipment to track and monitor patients' vital signs in Telemetry unit.
• Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

• Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
• Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, and monitored responses.
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
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• Performed hourly rounds on 60-bed floor to monitor equipment function and lead placement.
• Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Provided exceptional care to 3 high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.

• Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
• Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
• Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
• Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.
• Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
• Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Provided exceptional care to 3 high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Cared for patients in 9-bed icu unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.

• Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
• Generated and reviewed incident reports, including employee write-ups, actualizing appropriate corrective action plans to mitigate ongoing and potential situations.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
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• Managed infection control and critical incidents and made procedural changes and improvements
• Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, and monitored responses
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings

• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.

• Worked with acute care patents in Icu and Pcu

Patients on ventilators titration of drips including but not limited to

Propofol, Nitro, Precedex, levophed, cardizem, amiodorone, doputamine, and vasopressin

Acted as part of the code team and rapid response team.

Specialized in complex critical nursing care to adult Patients.

Provided exceptional quality and service

• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, and monitored responses.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, and monitored responses.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
• Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
• Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.

• Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
• Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, and monitored responses.
• Delivered top-notch care exceeding department, hospital and Joint Commission standards.
• Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
• Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.

• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
• Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.

• Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
• Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical ability, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
• Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
• Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, and monitored responses.
• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.