Nicole Zaugg
Leadville,CO
Summary
Team-driven individual experienced in working in fast-paced environments and offering expertise as a Clinical Resource Nurse, Flight Nurse, ER and Med-Surg Nurse. A composed and resourceful individual that is responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions . Promoting exemplary leadership, delegation, clear verbal and written communication skills, sound clinical judgement and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Resource Nurse
St Vincent Health
09.2024 - Current
- Acted as an advocate for patients' rights, ensuring dignity was maintained during all aspects of care delivery processes.
- Monitored patient progress closely, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on evolving circumstances or conditions.
- Managed critical situations calmly under pressure while maintaining high-quality patient-centered care throughout the experience.
- Served as a resource for complex medical cases, providing expert guidance on appropriate interventions and care plans.
- Assisted in quality improvement projects, analyzing data and identifying areas for process enhancement.
- Increased staff competency with ongoing education and training sessions, tailored to individual needs.
- Contributed to policy development for improved nursing practice, ensuring alignment with current regulations and best-practice standards.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St Vincent Health
09.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St Vincent Health
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Registered Flight Nurse
Classic Air Medical
07.2021 - Current
- Optimized patient comfort during air transport by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs and concerns.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics within the flight crew through effective communication and collaboration during high-stakes missions.
- Reduced response times to emergencies by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time in high-pressure situations.
- Ensured optimal equipment functionality by regularly inspecting, cleaning, and maintaining all flight nursing equipment according to established protocols.
- Maintained excellent working relationships with ground-based emergency medical service providers, facilitating smooth hand-offs at transfer points for continued patient care.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing, planning, and implementing appropriate medical interventions during emergency flights.
- Promoted adherence to aviation safety standards among colleagues by consistently following established guidelines regarding aircraft operations and maintenance procedures.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge and skills through regular participation in training programs, conferences, workshops, and other educational opportunities relevant to flight nursing practice.
- Assessed for and detected changes in status of patients and demonstrated proactive approach to solving patient problems.
- Performed wide range of specialized functions and complex assessments, diagnoses, therapies and emergency treatment of patients transported by rotor-wing and fixed-wing aircraft.
- Worked at bases in Riverton, WY, Jackson, WY, and Cortez, CO
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St John's Health
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Cared for a variety of patients in an Area Trauma hospital
- Served as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families, fostering open communication channels during challenging medical situations.
- Participated in disaster preparedness drills within the hospital setting ensuring readiness to respond in times of crisis.
- Managed critical patient situations by utilizing advanced cardiac life support and trauma nursing skills.
- Triaged patients based on ESI triage algorithm
- Assisted in Code Blue's and Rapid Response calls hospital wide
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Regularly attended continuing education classes and workshops, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in emergency nursing practices and patient care techniques.
- Consistently maintained accurate electronic health records, promoting seamless coordination of care among healthcare providers.
Registered Nurse, ICU
St John's Health
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Utilized strong clinical judgment skills in prioritizing tasks based on acuity levels of ICU patients under my care daily routine.
- Implemented infection control measures consistently, minimizing risk of cross-contamination among vulnerable ICU patients.
- Advocated for patient needs, working closely with healthcare providers to ensure individualized care plans were developed and executed accordingly.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Operated advanced life support equipment proficiently during emergencies, stabilizing critically ill patients swiftly when necessary.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for pediatric, adult, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Assisted in Code Blue's and Rapid Response calls hospital wide
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Of Utah Health
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
University Of Utah Health
09.2016 - 05.2022
- Demonstrated proficiency in titrating vasoactive medications according to physician orders while closely monitoring hemodynamic parameters for early detection of adverse effects or trends that may require intervention or escalation of care.
- Assisted with invasive CVICU procedures, such as central line placements and pulmonary artery catheter insertions, ensuring aseptic technique and patient comfort throughout the process.
- Managed patients on VA ECMO, VV ECMO, IABP, IMPELLA, CRRT devices
- Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management during critical events.
- Participated in daily rounds with physicians, contributing valuable insights into patient conditions based on continuous assessments.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families during challenging situations, fostering trust between healthcare team members and loved ones.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts by collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other support staff to ensure smooth transitions of care for patients moving from CVICU to step-down units or home.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for high-risk cardiac patients.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations in the CVICU setting, facilitating hands-on learning experiences tailored to each student''s needs.
- Assisted in AirMed transports for 1.5 years: cared for critically ill patients, assisted the AirMed team in implementing treatments for acute life threatening changes
Registered Nurse, CVICU, Traveler
Tacoma General
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Floated to Coronary Care Unit and Short Stay Unit
PACU Registered Nurse
Utah Surgical Center
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications postsurgery.
- Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with the surgical team.
- Maintained accurate records of medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and other critical data points for proper evaluation of patient's progress during recovery.
- Promoted teamwork among nursing staff, fostering a supportive environment conducive to high-quality patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Westminster College
Salt Lake City, UT04.2016
Skills
- Critical Care Nursing
- Trauma Nursing
- Concise and through patient assessments
- IV Insertion
- Airway Management
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Reliability
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent Communication
- Compassionate and Caring
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- Registered Nurse in Colorado Compact (RN), 10/03/24- Present
- Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN), 01/02/2024- Present
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), 07/01/18- Present
- Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN), 05/01/21-Present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 11/01/16-Present
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 06/01/10-Present
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 03/01/19-Present
- Pediatric Advanced Transport Course (PATC), 12/01/22-Present
- Pediatric Care After Resuscitation (PCAR), 01/01/23-Present
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), 07/01/21-Present
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), 08/01/20-Present
- Moderate Sedation, 12/01/16-Present
- CPI, 08/01/20-Present
- Cardiac Advanced Life Support (CALS), 07/01/17-05/30/22
Professional References
- Dave Hollander, (719) 486-0230 dhollander@stvincent.health
- Sarah Wilkins, (307) 690-9342, swilkins@stjohns.health
- Zoe Baer, (252) 599-1320, u6016951@utah.edu
- Chris Parrott, (804) 502-5776, christopher.parrott@imail.org
Timeline
Clinical Resource Nurse
St Vincent Health
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St Vincent Health
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St Vincent Health
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St John's Health
10.2022 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse, ICU
St John's Health
06.2022 - 08.2023
Registered Flight Nurse
Classic Air Medical
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Of Utah Health
03.2020 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse, CVICU, Traveler
Tacoma General
12.2019 - 03.2020
PACU Registered Nurse
Utah Surgical Center
02.2019 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse, CVICU
University Of Utah Health
09.2016 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Westminster College
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