Nicholas Lodes
Arcadia,FL
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths, and technical abilities. Knowledgeable in the care of critically ill patients, life saving medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Critical Care ICU/ER Float Pool
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital
Port Charlotte, FL
01.2018 - Current
- Float between MICU, SICU, and ER to provide exceptional care to high-acuity patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, medication titration, and continuous assessment.
- Collaborate with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Provide support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Contribute to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital
Port Charlotte, FL
10.2015 - 01.2018
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Resource nurse/preceptor for new ED employees.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital
Port Charlotte, FL
08.2014 - 10.2015
- Managed caseload of 6-7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
- Member of the Informatics hospital council.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Fort Myers, FL07.2014
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced technical, organizational, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Ability to stay focused during high-stress levels
- Highly dedicated to patient/family advocacy
- Professional bedside manner
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Critical Care ICU/ER Float Pool
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital
01.2018 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital
10.2015 - 01.2018
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital
08.2014 - 10.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College