LOKELANI FERREIRA
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Registered Nurse with a solid foundation in acute care and interventional cardiology, excelling in high-acuity environments. Proficient in administering moderate sedation, managing mechanical circulatory support, and responding to cardiovascular emergencies. Strong advocate for patient care, committed to enhancing outcomes through effective teamwork and precise monitoring.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cath Lab RN
Research Medical Center
Kansas City
09.2025 - Current
- Supported coronary procedures, including diagnostic angiography, PCI, STEMI, CTO, complex/bifurcation PCI, atherectomy, thrombectomy, IVUS, FFR/iFR, right and left heart catheterization, and high-risk PCI.
- Administered and monitored moderate sedation with fentanyl and midazolam; assisted with titration of vasoactive medications, including norepinephrine, epinephrine, phenylephrine, dopamine, and dobutamine, ensuring patient stability during procedures.
- Monitored coronary hemodynamics, including arterial and intracardiac waveforms, right- and left-heart pressures, PA pressures, LVEDP, aortic pressures, pressure transducers, and damped or abnormal waveforms.
- Assisted with mechanical circulatory support during high-risk PCI, including Impella console setup, cassette purging, initiation, and intra-procedural monitoring; also set up and initiated IABP support.
- Supported emergent ECMO cannulation procedures and coordinated with ECMO specialists during cannulation and initiation of extracorporeal support.
- Provided comprehensive pre- and post-procedure care, performing patient assessments, managing medications, and monitoring radial access-site care, TR band applications/removals, distal pulses, and complications to enhance patient outcomes.
- Responded to high-acuity cardiovascular emergencies, managing critical situations like cardiac arrest, VT/VF, and cardiogenic shock to stabilize patients and facilitate timely interventions.
SICU/MICU RN
Research Medical Center
Kansas City
02.2024 - 09.2025
- Provides care for critically ill patients in a high-acuity ICU, utilizing advanced monitoring, ventilator management, and multi-system support to optimize patient outcomes.
- Adapted swiftly in a high-pressure environment, prioritized critical care needs, and upheld exceptional patient care standards during staffing challenges and fluctuating patient volumes.
- Coordinated care with physicians, respiratory therapists, and specialists to enhance patient treatment plans.
Medical Assistant
Pacific Vascular Institute
Hilo, HI
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided pre- and post-procedure care for vascular patients, focusing on wound care, patient education, and recovery monitoring to enhance patient outcomes.
- Set up sterile procedures including venaseal, radio-frequency ablation, and ultrasound guided sclerotherapy, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Conducted patient intake, verified medical history and insurance coverage, and recorded vital signs, facilitating efficient patient processing.
Education
ABSN - Nursing
Research College of Nursing
Kansas City, MO12-2023
BS - Public Health
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis ObispoSkills
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Sedation administration
- Vascular access management
- Critical care coordination
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective communication
- Patient advocacy
TRAINING/COURSES
- AHA ACLS/BLS
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Timeline
Cath Lab RN
Research Medical Center
09.2025 - Current
SICU/MICU RN
Research Medical Center
02.2024 - 09.2025
Medical Assistant
Pacific Vascular Institute
01.2022 - 12.2022
ABSN - Nursing
Research College of Nursing
BS - Public Health
California Polytechnic State University