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Mary Ray

Dayton,Ohio

Summary

Distinguished Registered Nurse from Grandview Hospital, showcasing expertise in ventilator management and compassionate care. Excelled in developing treatment protocols and mentoring staff, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes. Skilled in hemodynamics monitoring and fostering a supportive environment, I am adept at improving critical care practices and patient advocacy.

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Work History

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Grandview Hospital
  • Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
  • Delegated work to nursing support staff and monitored performance to protect patients and maintain optimal care standards.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
  • Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
  • Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented nursing interventions, adjusting care plans as needed to ensure continuous improvement in patient outcomes.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
  • Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
  • Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations while fostering trust between medical staff and patients'' families.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
  • Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
  • Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
  • Managed patient flow effectively through timely placements upon admission as well as coordinating smooth transfers and discharges.
  • Served as an effective liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication of relevant information.
  • Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
  • Documented and carried out directives of primary intensivists.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
  • Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
  • Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.
  • Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
  • Fostered caring, compassionate and respectful care environment by treating every patient with professionalism.
  • Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
  • Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
  • Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
  • Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
  • Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
  • Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transfers between units by collaborating with other healthcare professionals, ensuring continuity of care throughout the hospital stay.

Education

Associates In Nursing Sciences - Nursing

Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH
06.1994

Skills

  • Hemodynamics monitoring
  • ECG
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Neurological monitoring
  • Compassionate Care
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Respiratory maintenance
  • Metabolic function monitoring
  • Ethical Practice
  • Organ donor procedures
  • Renal function management
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Ventilator management
  • Cultural competence
  • End of life care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Quality Improvement
  • Resource Utilization
  • Family Support
  • Cardiac monitors
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Problem-Solving
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Emergency Interventions
  • Patient Assessment
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Honest and Dependable
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Pain Management
  • Healthcare Team Collaboration
  • Task and Work Prioritization
  • Specimen Collection
  • Medication Administration
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Blood Transfusion Administration
  • Emotional Support
  • Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • HIPAA Education
  • Decision-Making
  • Pulmonary Assessments
  • IV setup
  • Shock Symptom Identification
  • Quality Assurance
  • Patient Coping Mechanisms
  • Staff Coordination
  • Medical Histories and Assessments
  • Electronic Charting
  • Condition Assessment
  • Procedure Support
  • Medical Equipment Setup
  • Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
  • Heartsaver First Aid (First Aid)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Staff Educational Programming
  • Family advocacy
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Medical Device Monitoring
  • Nursing Staff Supervision
  • CPR/AED
  • Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
  • Taking vitals
  • Needs Assessment
  • Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
  • Issue Assessment and Monitoring
  • Heartsaver CPR AED
  • Nutrition and Nourishment Issues
  • Point of care testing
  • Intervention Recommendations
  • Patient Check-Ins
  • Evaluations
  • Employee Guidance
  • After-Care Planning

Accomplishments

I have worked as a professional Nurse in more than one area. I have worked in the operating room, medical surgical, neurology and in SICU (surgical intensive care.). I have also been transferred to the emergency room and PACU.

Certification

CPR, ACLS, PALS and BLS

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Grandview Hospital

Associates In Nursing Sciences - Nursing

Sinclair Community College

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