Matthew VanGorder
Callahan,FL
Summary
Nurse Practitioner student graduating soon with advanced clinical training in a high-acuity Medical Intensive Care Unit. Experienced in the assessment and management of critically ill patients with conditions including COPD exacerbations, DKA, sepsis, and alcohol withdrawal. Capable in developing differential diagnoses, ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests, and assisting in the management of antibiotic and treatment regimens. Hands-on procedural exposure includes placement of central venous lines, arterial lines, dialysis catheters, endotracheal intubations, and chest tube insertions. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, effective interdisciplinary collaboration, and commitment to evidence-based practice in fast-paced critical care environments.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Rapid Response Nurse
Mayo Clinic
Jacksonville, FL
2024 - Current
- Assess and administer emergency medical interventions to patients in urgent situations, maintaining focus on timely and appropriate care.
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary teams while using evidence-based practices to reduce mortality, cardiac arrest incidence, and unplanned ICU admissions.
- Educate bedside staff on early recognition of patient decline and escalation protocols.
- Document interventions and outcomes to support quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during critical events, fostering trust and rapport among caregiving teams.
- Improved patient outcomes through timely assessment, intervention, and evaluation of critical patients.
- Act as a resource to fellow nursing staff members by sharing knowledge and expertise in rapid response techniques and best practices.
- Perform detailed mortality reviews involving full chart analysis from admission to death to evaluate clinical care, response timelines, and adherence to protocols.
- Present findings to quality and leadership teams to support process improvement, patient safety initiatives, and reduction of preventable mortality.
Registered Nurse MICU
Mayo Clinic 4 North
Jacksonville, FL
06.2016 - 11.2024
- Leveraged critical thinking to assess and optimize care strategies for patients in critical condition.
- Performed continuous assessment and titration of IV vasopressor medications to maintain appropriate hemodynamic parameters
- Assisted with bedside sterile procedures including central line IV insertion, abdominal pigtail drainage catheter placement, pleural chest tube placements, bronchoscopies, and tracheotomies. Helped maintain a sterile environment during various medical interventions. Supported healthcare teams in delivering quality patient care through effective procedural assistance.
- Assist in emergency medical responses such as BLS, ACLS, and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Able to maintain and troubleshoot multiple devices in ICU including but not limited to CRRT, MARS, Balloon pump, Etc...
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in a high-acuity setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Mentored multiple nursing staff on advanced critical care techniques and best practices for patient management.
- Trained new hires on MICU protocols, fostering a culture of safety and excellence in clinical practice.
- Developed and instructed a course for ICU RNs to start, maintain, and troubleshoot MARS therapy
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care specific to organ transplant
Patient Care Technician
Mayo Clinic 4 South
Jacksonville, FL
02.2015 - 05.2016
- Administered direct patient care in Surgical ICU, ensuring optimal recovery and comfort.
- Facilitated collection of body fluid specimens and ensured timely delivery to laboratory for analysis.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Able to perform urinary catheterization and assist patients with eating, personal hygiene and grooming.
- Facilitated patient mobility and recovery with guided exercises and ambulation support.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
Radiology Imaging and Procedure Assistant
Mayo Hospital 2 South
09.2009 - 02.2015
- Involved with direct patient care transporting patients to and from radiology
- Able to run the radiology transport desk when the manager would leave or was out for PTO.
- Assisting in Interventional Radiology with procedures such as central line placements, IVC filter placements, G-tube placements, drain placements and more.
- Trained to assist in the ultrasound department with thoracentesis, paracentesis, and all of the biopsies they perform.
- Assisted in managing scheduling for medical staff, optimizing appointment availability and resource utilization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nurse Practitioner
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL05-2026
Bachelors of nursing -
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL03-2026
Associates degree of Nursing -
Florida State College of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL01-2016
Associates of arts -
Florida State College of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL01-2014
High school Diploma -
West Nassau High School
Callahan, FL01-2009
Skills
- Comprehensive Patient Assessment
- Differential Diagnosis Development
- Diagnostic Test Interpretation (labs, imaging)
- Chronic Disease Management (HTN, Diabetes, COPD)
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Registered Nurse MICU
Mayo Clinic 4 North
06.2016 - 11.2024
Patient Care Technician
Mayo Clinic 4 South
02.2015 - 05.2016
Radiology Imaging and Procedure Assistant
Mayo Hospital 2 South
09.2009 - 02.2015
Rapid Response Nurse
Mayo Clinic
2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nurse Practitioner
Jacksonville University
Bachelors of nursing -
University of Central Florida
Associates degree of Nursing -
Florida State College of Jacksonville
Associates of arts -
Florida State College of Jacksonville
High school Diploma -
West Nassau High School