Nicki McCoy
Edmond,OK
Summary
Dynamic Cardiac Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Oklahoma Heart Hospital, adept in hemodynamic monitoring and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Excelled in reducing sepsis incidents, showcasing strong clinical judgment and compassionate care. Skilled in leveraging critical thinking and advanced cardiac life support to enhance patient outcomes, with a commitment to quality improvement and patient education.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Registered Nurse
Oklahoma Heart Hospital
01.2008 - Current
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease and cardiac dysrhythmia.
- Mentored new nursing staff in best practices for cardiac care, contributing to excellent teamwork and improved unit performance overall.
- Delivered high-quality pre-and post-operative care to patients undergoing a variety of cardiovascular interventions.
- Implemented advanced cardiac life support measures during medical emergencies, effectively managing critical situations to save lives.
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Contributed significantly towards reducing sepsis incidents within the Cardiac Care Unit by adhering to strict infection control protocols.
Lead Nurse
Integris Baptist Medical Center
08.1997 - Current
- Advocated for the needs of both patients and nursing staff, leading to improved working conditions and better overall outcomes.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance goals set by hospital administration in areas such as infection control rates and average length-of-stay figures.
- Managed complex cases with multiple medical issues, effectively prioritizing tasks for efficient resolution of problems encountered during treatment process.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patient needs to ensure accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
- Streamlined nursing processes for efficiency, allowing for optimal patient care and time management.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless coordination of patient care.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulatory guidelines through diligent monitoring efforts and proactive policy development.
- Led a team of nurses in providing high-quality care to patients while maintaining a professional working environment.
- Coordinated patient discharges and transfers to other units, ensuring a smooth transition with minimal disruptions to care continuity.
- Oversaw the successful integration of advanced technology systems into daily workflows, increasing efficiency within the unit without compromising quality standards.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to optimize resource allocation, improving overall performance metrics within the department.
- Served as a valued liaison between medical staff members from various disciplines, improving interdisciplinary communication and collaboration efforts.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive and educational atmosphere for growth and development.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Spine Specialty Nurse
Spine Specialty Hospital
01.2000 - 12.2007
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and preventative measures, empowering them to take control of their own health management.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Select Specialty Hospital
12.1996 - 12.1999
- Promoted infection control practices, resulting in decreased rates of hospital-acquired infections.
- Managed ventilator-dependent patients effectively, preventing complications such as pneumonia or respiratory failure while promoting weaning success rates.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities regularly, staying current on best practices for delivering high-quality nursing care in the LTAC setting.
- Coordinated wound care interventions for complex wounds, leading to faster healing times and reduced risk of infection.
- Skillfully performed tracheostomy care procedures, minimizing risks associated with airway management in critically ill patients.
Education
Bechelor Degree Of Science - Nursing
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OKBachelor Of Administration - Economics
Chulalongkorn University
Bangkok, ThailandMaster Of Business Administration - Finance
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OKSkills
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation
- Critical care nursing
- Intravenous therapy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Cardiac monitoring
- Quality improvement
- Electrocardiogram interpretation
- Vascular Access
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Physical assessments
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Creative problem solving
- Decision-making
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Delegation and motivation
- Task prioritization
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Self motivation
- Time management abilities
- Cardiac monitors
Timeline
Cardiac Registered Nurse
Oklahoma Heart Hospital
01.2008 - Current
Spine Specialty Nurse
Spine Specialty Hospital
01.2000 - 12.2007
Lead Nurse
Integris Baptist Medical Center
08.1997 - Current
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Select Specialty Hospital
12.1996 - 12.1999
Bechelor Degree Of Science - Nursing
University of Central Oklahoma
Bachelor Of Administration - Economics
Chulalongkorn University
Master Of Business Administration - Finance
University of Central Oklahoma
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