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Malique McKeithen
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Malique McKeithen

Registered Nurse
Birmingham,AL

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Surgical Intensive Care Unit, RNMedical Intensive Care Unit, RNCardiac Intensive Care Unit, RNStepdown RNRegistered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit

Work Type

Part TimeContract WorkSeasonal Work

Location Preference

RemoteHybridOn-Site
Location: Birmingham, AL, USMurfreesboro, TN
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

35/hr - 65/hr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCareer advancementFlexible work hours4-day work weekHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPersonal development programsCompany CulturePaid sick leave401k match

Summary

Dedicated critical care nurse with six years of experience in high-acuity settings, combining clinical expertise with an unwavering commitment to patient care. Proficient in managing complex patient cases and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes in critical and intermediate care environments. Recognized for adaptability and a results-driven approach, consistently delivering exceptional care through advanced techniques. Eager to leverage a diverse skill set in a dynamic environment to contribute to improved patient outcomes and enhance overall quality of life and care.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Progressive Vascular Surgery Unit, RN

Huntsville Hospital Main
01.2026 - Current
  • Administered specialized care for high-acuity patients, focusing on continuous assessment of vascular complications, effective wound healing strategies, and precise medication management.
  • Coordinated comprehensive post-operative care for patients undergoing bypass grafts, stenting, heart catheterization, and various cardiothoracic procedures.
  • Utilized evidence-based nursing interventions to create personalized care plans, significantly improving patient health outcomes.

Cardiac Stepdown, RN

Prolink Staffing Services
11.2023 - 12.2025
  • Facilitated smooth transitions for step-down patients from Cardiac ICU through effective care management. Managed care for CABG post-surgery patients starting post-op day 3.
  • Managed administration and titration of various continuous drugs to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety.
  • Monitored patient conditions and initiated appropriate interventions in response to emergencies, following established protocols for optimal care.

Medical Intensive Care Unit, RN

Regional Medical Center of Anniston
04.2023 - 11.2023
  • Prioritized tasks and conducted vigilant monitoring and intervention to enhance care for high-acuity ICU patients.
  • Evaluated patients' respiratory metrics and ventilator settings, making necessary adjustments as per physician orders to support optimal health outcomes.
  • Engaged with interdisciplinary healthcare team to formulate and administer customized care plans addressing the needs of critically ill patients.
  • Monitored and maintained complex medical equipment, guaranteeing peak performance and compliance with safety regulations.

Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, RN

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
03.2022 - 05.2023
  • Evaluated and monitored critical patient conditions to identify changes; Intervened for patients experiencing acute coronary/cardiac events, ensuring effective management of specialized therapies and optimal recovery outcomes.
  • Administered and adjusted vasoactive drips, sedatives, and anticoagulants to optimize care for patients requiring advanced mechanical circulatory support, such as Impella and ECMO.
  • Performed systematic evaluations of patient conditions to ensure timely identification of changes requiring immediate action or escalation.

Medical Intensive Care Unit, RN

Aya Healthcare
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Executed advanced physical assessments and diagnostic reasoning to deliver comprehensive care for patients with undifferentiated medical conditions.
  • Facilitated direct, high-quality care for a critically ill patient population, ensuring vigilant monitoring and timely interventions to ensure patient stability and optimal outcomes.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate, evidence-based nursing care and crisis management in a fast-paced medical intensive care environment.

Surgical Intensive Care Unit, RN

St. Vincent's Hospital
02.2020 - 07.2025
  • Administered comprehensive treatment plans for complex multi-system trauma and critical surgical patients in high-pressure environments.
  • Administered advanced post-operative care, including titration of pressors, sedatives, and analgesic drips to ensure patient stability.
  • Executed comprehensive patient assessments to promptly identify condition changes and ensure timely physician notification.
  • Oversaw patient recovery processes following medical and surgical procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Troy University
Troy, AL
12.2019

Skills

  • Direct patient assessments & care
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Care planning
  • Licensed RN
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) & Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Acute, Emergency and Critical care expertise
  • Preceptor
  • Team coordination
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Staff supervision/Charge Leadership
  • Triaging

Certification

  • BLS & ACLS
  • NIHSS
  • MULTI-STATE/COMPACT Licensure, Registered Nurse (1-180373)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments

  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
  • Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements. Successfully provided quality care to patients in high-acuity environment.
  • Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
  • Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
  • Charting - Developed and organized charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
  • Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
  • 5 years of Charge RN experience

Timeline

Progressive Vascular Surgery Unit, RN

Huntsville Hospital Main
01.2026 - Current

Cardiac Stepdown, RN

Prolink Staffing Services
11.2023 - 12.2025

Medical Intensive Care Unit, RN

Regional Medical Center of Anniston
04.2023 - 11.2023

Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, RN

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
03.2022 - 05.2023

Medical Intensive Care Unit, RN

Aya Healthcare
10.2021 - 01.2022

Surgical Intensive Care Unit, RN

St. Vincent's Hospital
02.2020 - 07.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Troy University