Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle critical patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Contract Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
New Orleans, LA
12.2021 - 06.2022
Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease and cardiac dysrhythmia.
Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring on patients stepping down from ICU care.
Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression including critical care drips while performing drip titration.
Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
ICU Travel Nurse
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Harlan, KY
09.2021 - 11.2021
Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Critical Care Travel Nurse
Select Critical Recovery Hospital
Savannah, GA
12.2020 - 09.2021
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families, and medical personnel.
Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
Administering and titrating critical care drips and monitoring responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Performing ABG's, while maintaining ventilated patients.
Critical care drip management to include Levophed, Dopamine, Vasopressin, Propofol, Versed, Fentanyl, etc.
Critical Care Registered Nurse, PRN CONTRACT
Intensive Hospital
Shreveport, Louisiana
07.2020 - Current
Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Liberty Regional Medical Center
Hinesville, Georgia
10.2019 - 03.2022
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Highly proficient clinical skills such as IV starts, IV pushes, drip management, 12 lead EKGS, telemetry monitoring, blood gases, and ventilator management.
Critical Care Travel Registered Nurse
PAM Health Hospital
Shreveport, Louisina
04.2020 - 11.2020
Continuous telemetry monitoring , starting and maintaing vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families, and medical personnel.
Administered medications, assessed changes, and reported results to doctors.
Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Candler County Hospital
Metter, Georgia
10.2019 - 07.2020
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Staff Nurse, Emergency Room
Appling HealthCare System
Baxley, GA
04.2019 - 05.2020
Answer codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Assist patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients.
Monitor patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and stabbings.
Night Shift Float Registered Nurse
Evans Memorial Hospital
Claxton, GA
11.2012 - 03.2022
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families, and medical personnel.
Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
Administering and titrating critical care drips and monitoring responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Georgia State College
Swainsboro, GA
12.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southeastern Technical College
Swainsboro, GA
2019
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Savannah Technical College
Savannah, GA
2012
Skills
Patient Care
12-Lead EKG Monitoring
Infection Control
Cardiac monitoring
CPR
Respiratory maintenance
Advanced Life Support
Critical care nursing
Acute care expertise
EMR / EHR
Certification
BLS
CPR certified through American Heart Association
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Travel Registered Nurse PCU/Cardiac Stepdown/Covid-19 at UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI HOSPITALTravel Registered Nurse PCU/Cardiac Stepdown/Covid-19 at UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI HOSPITAL
Registered Nurse- Cardiac Intensive Care Unit/ Cardiac Stepdown Unit at Mount Sinai HospitalRegistered Nurse- Cardiac Intensive Care Unit/ Cardiac Stepdown Unit at Mount Sinai Hospital