Hi, I’m
Maurya King
Registered Nurse
Franklin,TN
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering 20+ years of proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about patient triage, EMR charting, ICD-10 coding for hospitalization, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader with critical care, outpatient cardiology, and cardiac catheterization lab experience in a Level I teaching hospital.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
South Arkansas Regional Hospital
Contract Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
01.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Expert administration of conscious sedation in cardiac catheterization procedures
- Monitored and documented procedure and hemodynamics
- Managed recovering patients
- Responded to emergent situations promptly and efficiently.
- Identification and treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias during cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Precepted nurses circulating cath lab procedures and monitoring
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Led staff in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
Contract Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurs
01.2022 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Expert administration of conscious sedation under physician guidance.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs, hemodynamic parameters, and adherence to AORN aseptic standards during procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions
- Minimized complications by identifying and responding to emergent situations promptly and efficiently and in identification and treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias during cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, vasoactive drips, and mechanical assist devices.
- Enhanced procedural efficiency by preparing necessary supplies, medications, and equipment prior to each case.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Medical Center Of South Arkansas
Contract Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
11.2021 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Expert administration of conscious sedation
- Monitored and documented procedure and hemodynamics
- Managed recovering patients
- Responded to emergent situations promptly and efficiently.
- Identification and treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias during cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Precepted nurses circulating cath lab procedures and monitoring
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Led staff in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
01.2019 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Expert administration of conscious sedation under physician guidance.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs, hemodynamic parameters, and adherence to AORN aseptic standards during procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Minimized complications by identifying and responding to emergent situations promptly and efficiently and in identification and treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias during cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, vasoactive drips, and mechanical assist devices.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Vanderbilt Medical Center
Cardiovascular Specialty Registered Nurse
08.2010 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in patient care
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Managed hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, peripheral vascular disease, acute coronary syndrome, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, admission, discharge, discharge planning, medication assistance, hospital follow up, and collaboration with case manager for needs.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
- Served as a role model for professional nursing practice through consistent demonstration of ethical behavior, accountability, and commitment to ongoing professional development within the field of cardiovascular nursing.
- Liaised with health teams to support patient access to tests and procedures to prevent heart disease, promote health, address acute, and episodic interventions and offer rehabilitative and palliative care referrals.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
- Managed in excess of 30-50 patient calls, messages, and prescription refills daily along with working alongside interventional cardiologists assisting in admissions, discharges, working up patients for cardiac catheterizations, and reviewing medical records creating detailed problem lists and accurate history.
Vanderbilt Medical Center
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse Pre/Post Holding
11.2006 - 08.2010
Job overview
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided post-procedural care for patients, including monitoring vital signs, assessing pain management needs, and educating patients on discharge instructions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development by attending relevant conferences, workshops, and trainings related to Cardiac Cath Lab nursing practice.
Vanderbilt Medical Center
Registered Nurse, Charge CVIC
11.2002 - 11.2006
Job overview
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff members, contributing to positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Education
Excelsior CollegeAlbany, NY
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
08.2002
Louisiana Delta Community CollegeRuston, LA
Diploma from Practical Nursing
Louisiana Tech UniversityRuston, LA
No Degree from Liberal Arts And General Studies
Skills
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Procedure Assistance
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Discharge Planning
- Care Coordination
- Critical Care Nursing
- Cardiac Catheterization Expertise
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Procedural Sedation
- Intravenous therapy
Affiliations
- ABCM, American Board of Cardiac Medicine
- Member, AACN
Certification
- Licensed Professional Registered Nurse, NLC compact state license
- ACLS current
- BLS current
- NIHSS current
- Held CCRN, CCRN-K certifications 2003-2010 and 2010-2014
- Held CVRN-BC certification 2021-2023
Timeline
Contract Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
South Arkansas Regional Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Contract Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurs
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - 11.2023
Contract Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Medical Center Of South Arkansas
11.2021 - 02.2022
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
01.2019 - 11.2021
Cardiovascular Specialty Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
08.2010 - 01.2020
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse Pre/Post Holding
Vanderbilt Medical Center
11.2006 - 08.2010
Registered Nurse, Charge CVIC
Vanderbilt Medical Center
11.2002 - 11.2006
Excelsior College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
Louisiana Delta Community College
Diploma from Practical Nursing
Louisiana Tech University
No Degree from Liberal Arts And General Studies
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