Marie Baker
Jeffersonville,KY
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for advanced patient care roles. Proven ability to deliver high-quality medical services with strong focus on patient outcomes. Skilled in diagnostic procedures, treatment plans, and patient education. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and reliable performance in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Float Pool Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
10.2021 - Current
- Upheld ethical standards in nursing practice by maintaining patient confidentiality, obtaining informed consent before invasive procedures, and advocating for patient autonomy.
- Streamlined patient flow by assisting with admissions, discharges, and transfers of critically ill patients within the hospital setting.
- Increased efficiency within the float pool by quickly adapting to various units'' policies and procedures while maintaining exceptional care standards.
- Reduced complications by proficiently managing ventilator settings and adjusting medications according to patient response.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Championed patient-centered care by actively involving patients and their families in treatment decisions and goal-setting discussions.
- Ensured optimal nutrition for critically ill patients by collaborating with dietitians in monitoring intake/output ratios and adjusting enteral feeding regimens accordingly.
- Supported family members during stressful situations by providing education on their loved one''s condition and offering emotional support.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions in critical care settings.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Red River Health Care
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Delivered high-quality patient care, managing critical cases such as heart failure, myocardial infarctions, and post-operative recovery.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing expertise on cardiovascular care best practices and ICU procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex cardiac patients.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
- Performed advanced life support measures during code situations, contributing to successful resuscitations efforts when needed.
- Addressed potential complications early on by closely monitoring patients'' responses to treatments and adjusting plans as necessary.
- .Administered blood products following hospital protocols while maintaining meticulous documentation of transfusion-related events.
- Managed medication administration while double-checking dosages, drug interactions, and potential side effects for optimum safety.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and skilled care in a Cardiovascular ICU setting.
- Coordinated seamless transfer of critically ill patients from emergency departments or other units to the Cardiovascular ICU for specialized care.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
03.2015 - 03.2018
- 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.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- 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.
- Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
- Administered prescribed medications safely and effectively while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive electronic health records for all patients under care, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare team members and continuity of care across shifts.
- Ensured patient safety through vigilance in infection control practices, falls prevention strategies, and medication administration protocols.
- Optimized workflow efficiency within the unit by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and collaborating with fellow nurses during peak periods of activity.
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Nortons Suburban Hospital Healthcare System
01.2013 - 05.2014
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in the field of wound care nursing through regular continuing education opportunities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and treatment strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamb
Downers Grove, IL12-2019
Skills
- Critical care experience
- Impeccable communication
- Time management
- EKG interpretation
- Medication Management
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Evidence-based practices
- Patient advocacy
- Sanitation
- Policy adherence
- Well versed in EMR
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of five clinical staff members.
- Red Heart Recipient
- Daisy Award nomination
Certification
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Family Nurse Practitioner~3014098
Registered Nurse~1134736
Timeline
Critical Care Float Pool Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Red River Health Care
09.2020 - 09.2021
Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
05.2018 - 08.2020
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
03.2015 - 03.2018
Telemetry Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
05.2014 - 05.2015
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Nortons Suburban Hospital Healthcare System
01.2013 - 05.2014
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamb
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