Michael O'Heron
Summary
Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 3 years of direct patient care experience. Adept at interdisciplinary communication and patient monitoring with extensive knowledge of CRRT, ECMO, and many other critical care treatments. Proficient at making decisions in highly stressful situations and working as a team member in a variety of roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
04.2022 - Current
- Managed complex therapies, including ECMO and CRRT, under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Tristar Skyline Medical Center
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Conducted neurological assessments at regular intervals, detecting subtle changes in clinical status that could signal worsening conditions or potential complications.
- Safely titrated vasoactive medications according to hemodynamic parameters, optimizing blood pressure management for critically ill neurovascular patients.
- Efficiently prioritized tasks during high-stress situations, maintaining a calm demeanor while providing exceptional patient care under challenging conditions.
68W Combat Medic
US Army
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Increased unit readiness by conducting regular training sessions on first aid, CPR, and casualty evacuation procedures.
- Recognized and treated medical conditions with proven techniques, equipment, and knowledge of medical and military protocols.
- Honorable discharge
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN12.2019
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Clinical judgment
- Decision-Making
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- NREMT-B - 2016
- Registered Nurse - 2020
- ACLS/BLS - 2021
- CCRN - 2022
- TNCC - 2024
Timeline
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
04.2022 - Current
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Tristar Skyline Medical Center
08.2021 - 04.2022
68W Combat Medic
US Army
01.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tennessee Technological University