Lisa Guido
Charleston,SC
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience in ICU settings, notably at Prisma Health Richland Level 1 Trauma Facility. Excelled in hemodynamics monitoring and ventilator management, significantly improving patient outcomes. Demonstrated exceptional critical thinking and teamwork, streamlining ICU workflows. Certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, showcasing a blend of technical proficiency and compassionate patient care.
Proficient in EHR programs: Epic and Cerner
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Prisma Health Richland
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
COVID ICU
Lexington Medical Center
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies, closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions or complications.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the COVID-19 ICU setting.
- Evaluated effectiveness of current policies and procedures within the COVID-19 ICU, recommending changes to improve patient care and staff efficiency.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Medical University Of South Carolina
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
Surgical Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
Fusion Medical Staffing
09.2015 - 07.2017
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
- Coordinated patient care plans for enhanced treatment effectiveness.
- Enhanced safety and wellness with diligent monitoring and timely interventions.
- Delivered compassionate care, assisting patients with daily activities and emotional support.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Medical University Of South Carolina
01.2012 - 08.2015
- Assisted with invasive CVICU procedures, such as central line placements and pulmonary artery catheter insertions, ensuring aseptic technique and patient comfort throughout the process.
- Demonstrated proficiency in titrating vasoactive medications according to physician orders while closely monitoring hemodynamic parameters for early detection of adverse effects or trends that may require intervention or escalation of care.
- Participated in daily rounds with physicians, contributing valuable insights into patient conditions based on continuous assessments.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management during critical events.
Trauma ICU Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
11.2006 - 01.2012
- Simplified medication administration processes through careful organization and documentation of medication orders, reducing errors and improving patient safety.
- Reduced complications for critically ill patients through the implementation of individualized care plans based on each patient''s unique needs.
- Served as a resource to other units within the hospital on trauma-related topics, fostering collaboration and sharing of best practices across departments.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing, monitoring, and documenting vital signs, lab results, and medical histories.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as central line placement and chest tube insertion, ensuring accuracy and adherence to sterile techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ09-2010
Skills
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Ventilator management
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Certified in CPR/AED
- CCRT
Accomplishments
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements. Successfully provided quality care to patients in ICU environment.
Certification
- CCRN 2019
- CPR/AED Certification 2/24/24
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) 2/24/24
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Prisma Health Richland
08.2021 - 12.2024
COVID ICU
Lexington Medical Center
09.2019 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse, PACU
Medical University Of South Carolina
08.2017 - 07.2019
Surgical Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
Fusion Medical Staffing
09.2015 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Medical University Of South Carolina
01.2012 - 08.2015
Trauma ICU Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
11.2006 - 01.2012
- CCRN 2019
- CPR/AED Certification 2/24/24
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) 2/24/24
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
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