Natalie Stillson
Fort Myers
Summary
Dynamic Critical Care Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Health Park Medical Center, excelling in acute patient management and emergency response. Seeking a position as a travel nurse in the intensive care unit. Proficient in advanced cardiovascular life support and critical thinking, I have successfully mentored new nurses and improved patient outcomes through effective communication and collaborative care strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care, Registered Nurse
Health Park Medical Center
11.2020 - Current
- Practiced in ICU Resource Nurse, Critical Care Outreach, and Charge Nurse Leader roles.
- Treated patients with acute, life-threatening conditions in critical care settings.
- Managed care for patients on mechanical ventilation, optimizing respiratory function and monitoring complications.
- Provided direct nursing care across surgical, cardiac, and medical critical care units.
- Facilitated communication among patients, families, and healthcare professionals to enhance clarity.
- Maintained accurate records of assessments, treatments, and medication administration per physician orders.
- Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to ensure patient outcome goals were met.
- Administered emergency resuscitative measures following advanced cardiac life support protocols.
Progressive Care Unit, Registered Nurse
Health Park Medical Center
Fort Myers
04.2018 - 11.2020
- Monitored patient conditions by interpreting EKG readings and identifying irregular telemetry signals.
- Administered medications and treatments while assessing patient responses.
- Collaborated with treatment team members to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Focused on achieving hemodynamic stability through proactive interventions and compassionate care.
- Served as Charge Nurse Leader, overseeing nursing operations and ensuring quality standards.
- Mentored junior nurses to promote professional development and best practices.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient needs and adjust care plans accordingly.
Nursing Student
Health Park Medical Center
Fort Myers
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Established routine based, time management skills to properly care for assigned patients with duties including, but not limited to vital signs, daily weights, wound care, toileting, and all effective assistance for the RN.
- Maintained a respected efficiency with patient care during emergent and non-emergent situations through Critical Care Outreach.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Education
BSN -
Florida Southwestern State College
FL08.2020
AS - RN
Florida Southwestern State College
FL02.2018
AA -
Florida Southwestern State College
FL08.2017
Skills
- Shock symptom identification
- Critical thinking
- Critical care expertise
- Emergency procedures and response
- Life-sustaining equipment
- Intravenous therapy
- Chest tube management
- Sedation, vasopressor, and inotrope management
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Advanced cardiovascular life support
Education Certifications
- BSN, Florida Southwestern State College, 08/01/20
- AS, Honors, RN, Florida Southwestern State College, 02/01/18
- AA, Honors, Florida Southwestern State College, 08/01/17
- Charge Nurse Leadership Program, 10/01/19
- BLS/ACLS Certified
- NIHSS Certified
- American Heart Association Heart Walk, 2019, Team Coach
- Heart of the Community Award, Lee Health, 12/01/17
- The Sun, 11/01/16, Alzheimer’s
Timeline
Critical Care, Registered Nurse
Health Park Medical Center
11.2020 - Current
Progressive Care Unit, Registered Nurse
Health Park Medical Center
04.2018 - 11.2020
Nursing Student
Health Park Medical Center
06.2016 - 03.2018
BSN -
Florida Southwestern State College
AS - RN
Florida Southwestern State College
AA -
Florida Southwestern State College
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