Maria Cardona
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
Proficient in neurological critical management, emergency response and interdisciplinary teamwork, with a focus on developing tailored treatment plans. Recognized for engaging patients and families in health management, contributing to improved clinical outcomes and patient empowerment. Pursing an elevation in critical care exposure and widening skills and assessment capabilities with a career-guided path toward Trauma ICU.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Martin Health
Stuart & Port Saint Lucie Florida
05.2022 - Current
- Administered comprehensive patient care to ensure effective medication management, titration accuracy for critical care infusions, including but not limited to: Vasopressors, sedation, paralytics, thrombolytics, cardiac diuretics, and anti-rythmics
- Engaged with neuro critical care management team, interdisciplinary rounding with pharmacist, and individualized patient-oriented care specialized consults; involving neuro-vascular and cardio surgery, intra-vascular surgery, and nephrology for CRRT management. Developing and deploying individualized care plans, enhancing patient support and treatment effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented educational sessions for post stroke patients and families focused on effective health management and adherence to post-discharge care instructions.
- Bronze Beacon Awarded Neuro ICU unit for implementing strategic quality improvement initiatives focused on optimizing patient safety measures and enhancing satisfaction levels.
Rapid Response Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Martin Health
Stuart/Port Saint Lucie Florida
10.2024 - 02.2026
- Delivered exceptional patient care during emergencies to ensure optimal health outcomes through effective clinical interventions.
- Facilitated teamwork among various disciplines to create and execute treatment plans aimed at improving patient outcomes.
- Analyzed patient conditions promptly, ensuring timely prioritization of interventions based on critical medical needs.
- Facilitated patient and family education on health management strategies to empower informed decision-making regarding treatment options.
Oncology Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Martin North
Stuart Florida
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments to oncology patients with precision and care.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Indian River State College
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics Education
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FLBachelor of Science - Nursing
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL12-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL12-2019
Skills
- Advanced neurological assessments (GCS, NIHSS, pupillometry)
- Management of ICP and EVD systems
- Care of ishemic/hemmorhagic strokes, SAH, TBI, brain tumors, and lumbar drains
- Post surgical (craintomy/craniectomy)
- Hemodynamic monitoring (arterial lines, CVP)
- Ventilator management and respiratory weaning in neuro-critical patients
- TTM
- EEG awareness
Affiliations
AACN
ONS
Sigma Alpha Phi- National Society of Leadership and Success
Certification
NIHSS
ONS
BLS
ACLS
US-Guided IV access
CRRT
Timeline
Rapid Response Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Martin Health
10.2024 - 02.2026
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Martin Health
05.2022 - Current
Oncology Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Martin North
03.2020 - 05.2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Indian River State College
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics Education
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indian River State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Indian River State College