MARY KAIYARE
Richmond,VA
Summary
Dedicated registered Nurse with the following progressive clinical experience, 3 years of Cardiac surgery ICU, 3 years Neuro Surgical ICU, 5 years as a manager in a skilled unit, 4 years as a supervisor in a 200 bed facility with a strong desire to join your team as a clinical documentation specialist.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE-CSICU
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
12.2019 - Current
- Assumed immediate postoperative care of open heart surgery patient including but not limited to coronary artery bypass grating, valve replacement and repair , TAVR, TEVR, Ablation, Aortic dissection /aneurysm repair , heart transplants, LVAD, ECMO, RVAD, IABP, Lobectomy and Pneumonectomy.
- Managed and invasively monitored cardiac surgical patient"s hemodynamics using Swan Ganz Catheters, Arterial lines, Left atrial lines, Lumber drains, rhythm interpretation, temporary pacer management, adjusting vasoactive and inotropic medications appropriately.
- managed patient pain using epidural, narcotics drips, non-narcotics and weaned patient from ventilators by weaning sedation and reversing paralytics.
- preceptor-oriented new nurses to unit standards , protocols and care of postoperative patients.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Assist with placement of central lines, dialysis catheters, arterial lines, Swan Ganz catheters and other medical procedures at bedside.
- Assist in code blue, cardioversion and chest reentry procedures.
- Collaboration with other healthcare professions to develop and revise treatment plans.
- Assist with case management to facilitate clinically appropriate progression of care, and decrease length of stay.
charge nurse
Neurosurgical -ICU DePaul Medical Center
07.2016 - 01.2021
- Monitored patient neurological status and reported changes promptly for timely intervention
- Served as charge nurse preceptor/ mentor to new nurses and member of code Blue committee
- Assisted Physician with bedside insertion and maintenance of ventriculostomy, central lines, Arterial line, chest tube and other bedside procedures
- Monitored patients with Ventricular and Lumbar drains
- Monitored patient hemodynamic and titrated critical drips appropriately
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team for optimum patient care and shorten ICU stay
- Managed intubated patient as well as ventilators with assist from respiratory therapist
- Managed post-operative patients from Neuro-interventional suites, Endarterectomy, subdural hematoma, Craniotomy, popliteal bypass surgeries and extensive Back surgeries
- Monitored and managed Induced hypothermia patient, septic patients, STEMI patients post PCI, and drug overdose
- Compassionately and patiently assisted family members coping with acuity of patient and end of life decisions
Nurse Manager
Geriatric, Virginia Beach Health and Rehabilitation center
11.2011 - 06.2016
- Contributed substantially to successful department state inspection by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Responsible for quality assurance improvement as well as compliance
- Monitored health and safety compliance and infection control within facility
- Provided coaching and mentorship to new nursing staff.
- ensured continued proper documentation of patient care that facilitated passing of state inspections.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
- Managed 15 nurses, 20 CNA's and nursing activities in 60-bed unit by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards
Home Health Registered Nurse
Rescare Homecare
06.2011 - 09.2013
- Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Traveled to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care.
- Identified patient discharge needs and assisted with care recommendations.
Staff Nurse
Virginia Beach Health and Rehabilitation center
08.2010 - 03.2011
- Provided bedside care to patients, administer medications and implement physician orders
- Evaluated staffing requirement, floor assignments and delegated appropriately to ensure patient care
- Responsible for care of 20 geriatric patients through direct supervision of 3 LPNs and 5CNAs
- Initiated IV lines and maintained intravenous Therapy example TPN, Trachea care, enteral feedings, wound care, orthopedic care and served needs of dementia and Alzheimer’s patients.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Education
Registered Nurse- Virginia License Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current ACLS certification –Current -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA2021
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
- Staff Training
- Microsoft office
- Medical Records Management
- Leadership roles, charge nurse in Neuro ICU Bon Secours Hospital
- Readily develop rapport with patients, families and healthcare professionals
- Ability to multitask effectively and manage competing priorities while fostering safety
- Capacity to function well in crisis
- flexibility and adaptable in using of new equipment
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE-CSICU
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
12.2019 - Current
charge nurse
Neurosurgical -ICU DePaul Medical Center
07.2016 - 01.2021
Nurse Manager
Geriatric, Virginia Beach Health and Rehabilitation center
11.2011 - 06.2016
Home Health Registered Nurse
Rescare Homecare
06.2011 - 09.2013
Staff Nurse
Virginia Beach Health and Rehabilitation center
08.2010 - 03.2011
Registered Nurse- Virginia License Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current ACLS certification –Current -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Norfolk State University
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