Mitchell Mathes
Mulberry,TN
Summary
Experienced ICU/Emergency Medicine nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Infusion Nurse
Naven/Option Health
Mulberry, TN
07.2025 - Current
- Administered infusion therapies to patients in a safe and compassionate manner.
- Monitored patient vital signs during infusion procedures for early detection of complications.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records and treatment plans in electronic systems.
- Assisted in managing inventory of medications and supplies for infusion treatments.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families throughout treatment sessions.
- Adhered to safety protocols and infection control measures during all procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Spoke with patients to better understand experienced side effects, noting details in charts for physician follow-up.
- Conducted regular assessments on patients receiving infusions to ensure safety standards were met.
- Educated family members about the importance of adhering to prescribed treatments for their loved ones receiving IV therapies.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to emergency situations that occurred during an infusion procedure.
- Provided patient education on the use of IV therapy and potential side effects.
- Documented data such as types of solution used, amount administered, rate of administration, duration of treatment, and other relevant information into electronic medical record systems.
American Heart Association Instructor BLS, ACLS)
American Heart Association
Nashville, Tennessee
02.2022 - Current
- Delivered training sessions to diverse audiences effectively.
- Coordinated certification programs for community healthcare providers.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for CPR and first aid courses.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of life-saving protocols and guidelines.
- Mentored new instructors on teaching strategies and best practices.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance training curriculum.
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
- Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
- Evaluated performance of students and made provisions to meet learning needs.
- Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions.
- Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
CVICU/Trauma Travel Nurse
Multiple
Columbia, TN
10.2017 - 06.2025
- Administered patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple facilities.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions effectively.
- Utilized electronic health records systems for accurate patient documentation.
- Adapted quickly to various healthcare environments and protocols seamlessly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
- Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care across settings.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, treatments plans, safety measures, medication usage and self-care techniques.
- Adhered to infection control policies and procedures when performing duties related to patient care.
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines to provide safe patient care.
Level 1 Trauma Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Assessed and triaged patients in high-stress emergency situations.
- Administered medications and treatments per hospital protocols and physician orders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective care plans.
- Educated patients and families on trauma care and recovery processes.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing trauma-related distress.
- Assessed and monitored vital signs of trauma patients.
- Documented all treatments given to trauma patients according to hospital standards and regulations.
- Evaluated patient's medical history for any complications with existing conditions or illnesses.
- Administered life-saving interventions when needed in emergency situations involving trauma cases.
- Coordinated with other departments within the hospital to ensure quality care is provided to trauma victims.
- Educated families about home-care instructions after discharge from the hospital.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
Nashville, TN
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in critical care environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support techniques during emergency situations.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery processes.
- Managed ventilators and other life-support equipment for critically ill patients.
- Trained new nursing staff on CVICU protocols and procedures effectively.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions and lifestyle modifications.
- Assisted with insertion of ventilators, tracheostomy tubes, chest tubes, Swan Ganz catheters.
- Implemented appropriate infection control measures within the unit environment.
- Performed advanced cardiac life support procedures such as chest compressions, endotracheal intubation, defibrillation, pacing and cardioversion.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Heartland Regional Medical Center
Marion, Illinois
06.2008 - 06.2013
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in critical care environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support techniques during emergency situations.
- Managed ventilators and other life-support equipment for critically ill patients.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions accurately in electronic health records.
- Trained new nursing staff on CVICU protocols and procedures effectively.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient progress and respond to changes promptly.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions and lifestyle modifications.
- Assisted with insertion of ventilators, tracheostomy tubes, chest tubes, Swan Ganz catheters.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
South College
Knoxville, TN 06.2024 - 01.2026
Masters in Science of Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
South College
Knoxville, TN 06.2024 - 08.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mckendree University
Lebanon, IL 06.2011 - 01.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL 08.2003 - 06.2006
Nashville Community High School
Nashville, ILSkills
- Patient care
- Infusion therapy
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Electronic documentation
- Patient education
- Life support management
- Trauma assessment
- Infusion pump operation
- Patient observation
- Patient assessments
- Chemotherapeutic drug administration
- Antibiotic administration
- Discharge planning
- Electronic medical records
- IV infusion treatments
- Blood transfusion
- Pediatric infusions
- Caregiver education
- Intravenous therapy
- Vascular access devices
- Peripheral IV insertion
- Hydration therapy
- Chemotherapy infusion
- Central line management
- Support and education
- Patient assessment
- Total parenteral nutrition
- Vital sign collection
- PICC line maintenance
- Geriatric infusions
- Immunoglobulin infusion
- Ventilation support
Timeline
Infusion Nurse
Naven/Option Health
07.2025 - Current
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
South College
06.2024 - 01.2026
Masters in Science of Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
South College
06.2024 - 08.2026
American Heart Association Instructor BLS, ACLS)
American Heart Association
02.2022 - Current
CVICU/Trauma Travel Nurse
Multiple
10.2017 - 06.2025
Level 1 Trauma Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
05.2016 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse, CVICU
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
05.2013 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mckendree University
06.2011 - 01.2013
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Heartland Regional Medical Center
06.2008 - 06.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaskaskia College
08.2003 - 06.2006
Nashville Community High School