Myranda Podell
Lehigh Acres
Summary
Compassionate Critical Care Nurse brings over 7 years of patient care experience. Advocates for patient needs across continuum of care and collaborates with treatment teams to promote positive outcomes. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
Lee Health
01.2025 - Current
- Provided ongoing education to nursing staff on current best practices in trauma ICU care, leading to improved clinical outcomes.
- Maintained a safe environment for trauma ICU patients by enforcing strict infection control measures and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Reduced complications for critically ill patients through the implementation of individualized care plans based on each patient''s unique needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop optimal treatment plans, resulting in faster recovery times for patients.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Altru Health System
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients' physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs
- Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans accordingly
- Adhered to company policies related to time management, supply management, productivity, and quality of service
- Documented all nursing actions accurately and comprehensively in electronic health records systems
- Demonstrated strong decision-making abilities during high-pressure situations involving critical illnesses or injuries
Neuroscience PCU Registered Nurse
Lee Health
07.2021 - 02.2023
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions
- Managed patient assignments ensuring appropriate staffing levels in accordance with census acuity level
- Worked as a Charge Nurse on a 64 bed NPCU/stepdown unit
- Educated patients and families about disease processes, self-care techniques, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
Licensed Practical Nurse
Altru Health System
07.2018 - 06.2021
- Built and maintained productive relationships with patients and families based on trusting and open communication
- Checked on patients frequently to assess needs and monitor conditions
- Handled patient intake to document vitals, symptoms, and initial assessments
- Collected samples for laboratory testing, such as blood draws, urine specimens, and throat swabs
Education
Associate - Nursing
Northland Community and Technical College
05.2021
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Advocacy
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Treatment Planning
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Life-sustaining machines
- Standards of care
- Intravenous therapy
- Family communication
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NIHSS
Timeline
Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
Lee Health
01.2025 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Altru Health System
02.2023 - 11.2024
Neuroscience PCU Registered Nurse
Lee Health
07.2021 - 02.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Altru Health System
07.2018 - 06.2021
Associate - Nursing
Northland Community and Technical College
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