Niki Twitchell
Palestine
Summary
Dynamic ICU nurse with extensive experience, recognized for delivering exceptional patient care and leading multidisciplinary teams. Proven adaptability and strong leadership skills in high-pressure environments. Demonstrating a commitment to patient advocacy and achieving optimal outcomes for critically ill patients.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU NURSE
UT HEALTH
Athens
02.2025 - Current
- Provided quality care to critically ill patients in the ICU setting, utilizing advanced assessment skills and evidence-based practice
- Identified potential complications associated with acute illness or injury and initiated appropriate interventions
- Quickly responded to codes within the unit by assessing the situation, initiating resuscitation measures when necessary, delegating tasks appropriately, and communicating effectively with other team members
- Coordinated complex multidisciplinary teams involving physicians, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, pharmacists, social workers, and other healthcare personnel
ICU NURSE
CENTRAL PENINSULA HOSPITAL
Soldotna
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided quality care to critically ill patients in the ICU setting, utilizing advanced assessment skills and evidence-based practice.
- Identified potential complications associated with acute illness or injury and initiated appropriate interventions.
- Quickly responded to codes within the unit by assessing the situation, initiating resuscitation measures when necessary, delegating tasks appropriately, and communicating effectively with other team members.
- Coordinated complex, multidisciplinary teams involving physicians, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, pharmacists, social workers, and other healthcare personnel.
CVCC TRAVEL NURSE
DARTMOUTH HITCHCOCK MEDICAL CENTER, TRIAGE
Lebanon
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Recovered post-open heart patients, post-op valve, vascular surgery, AAA dissections, IABP, Impella and ECMO
- Floated to other ICU's as needed
- Adapted quickly to changing environments while maintaining high standards of professional practice
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or chronic illnesses requiring specialized knowledge of disease management principles
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, families, colleagues, and other members of the healthcare team
CVSICU TRAVEL NURSE
JOHNS HOPKINS HOSPITAL, TRUSTED
Baltimore
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Recovered post-open heart patients, post-op valve, vascular surgery, AAA dissections, IABP, Impella and ECMO
- Participated in data collection and research studies per unit policy
- Floated to other ICU's as needed
- Precepted new graduates
- Adapted quickly to changing environments while maintaining high standards of professional practice
CICU/CTICU TRAVEL NURSE
MAINE MEDICAL CENTER, NOMAD
Portland
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Floated between CICU and CTICU
- CICU focused on heart failure patients and cardiogenic shock
- Managed patients with IABP, Impella, and Target Temp Management for post-cardiac arrest.
- CTICU, recovered post-open heart patients, vascular surgery patients, AAA dissection, IABP, Impella, and ECMO
- Precepted new graduates, new hires, and new travelers
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients by adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
CVICU TRAVEL NURSE
KOOTENAI HEALTH, FASTAFF
Coeur D'Alene
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed critically ill COVID-19 patients during the facilities crisis, which included team nursing.
- Recovered hearts after CABG, IABP placement, Impella placement, and target temperature management for post-cardiac arrest
- Cared for patients after valve surgeries, general surgeries, heart catheterization, overdoses, sepsis, stroke, organ donors, AAA dissections, ECMO, etc
- Precepted new graduates, new hires, and new travelers
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or chronic illnesses requiring specialized knowledge of disease management principles
CVICU TRAVEL NURSE
MARSHFIELD CLINIC INC, TNAA
Eau Claire
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed the care for patients in the critical care setting
- Recovered hearts after CABG, IABP placement, Impella placement, and target temperature management for post-cardiac arrest
- Cared for patients after valve surgeries, general surgeries, cardiac catheterization, overdoses, sepsis, stroke, organ donors, etc
- Responded to rapid responses and codes throughout the hospital
- Worked as a charge nurse to manage unit assignments based on staffing, acted as a resource for other nurses and families, and maintained direct contact with the house supervisor
- Precepted new graduates, new hires, and new travelers.
CVICU NURSE/CVICU CHARGE NURSE
CHRISTUS ST. ELIZABETH HOSPITAL
Beaumont
11.2019 - 02.2021
- Managed the care for patients in the critical care setting
- Recovered hearts after CABG, IABP placement, Impella placement, and target temperature management for post-cardiac arrest
- Cared for patients after valve surgeries, general surgeries, cardiac catheterizations, overdoses, sepsis, stroke, organ donors, AAA dissections, etc
- Responded to rapid responses and codes throughout the hospital
- Worked as a charge nurse to manage unit assignments based on staffing, acted as a resource for other nurses and families, and maintained direct contact with the house supervisor
- Precepted new graduates and new hires
MEDICAL/SURGICAL NURSE PER DIEM
CENTRAL PENINSULA GENERAL HOSPITAL
Soldotna
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Managed individualized, goal-directed nursing care through the use of the nursing process and evidence-based practices in accordance with the departmental and hospital policies, procedures, and standards of nursing practice to provide optimal patient outcomes
- Leader role on a PDSA for improving standard practices for pediatric patients
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving overall nursing care practices
- Served as preceptor for new hires, providing orientation and training on departmental policies and procedures
- Demonstrated proficiency in administering medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by physician orders
SUP NURSE TECHNICIAN II
BEN TAUB GENERAL HOSPITAL
Houston
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Nursing Summer Intensive Program under the supervision of a Registered Nurse providing care to patients on the Trauma/Surgery ICU at Ben Taub General Hospital
- Floated to other units such as Neuro ICU and Medical ICU
- Cared for patients during a shift with an emphasis on direct patient care
- Performed essential nursing skills including assessments, vital signs, IV starts, straight catheter and Foley catheter insertions, NG tube insertions, blood & tissue sampling, SBAR communication, isolation precautions, wound care, and knowledgeable in EKG's
- Assisted in new admissions and discharges
QUALITY ASSURANCE
WALMART LOGISTICS
New Caney
01.2009 - 08.2016
- Followed policies and procedures related to application methods and quality standards at all times
- Performed thorough mid-process inspections to ensure quality standards were met
- Researched shipment data, such as weight, charges, space, availability, damages, and discrepancies
- Corresponded with representatives to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, and non-conformance
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01-2027
BACHELOR'S OF SCIENCE - NURSING
TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY
Houston, TX12.2017
Skills
- Adaptability
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Leadership Skills
- Fast Learner
- Patient Advocacy
- EPIC EMR
Certification
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
- TCAR
- NIHSS
- Texas
- Alaska
Timeline
ICU NURSE
UT HEALTH
02.2025 - Current
ICU NURSE
CENTRAL PENINSULA HOSPITAL
02.2024 - 02.2025
CVCC TRAVEL NURSE
DARTMOUTH HITCHCOCK MEDICAL CENTER, TRIAGE
08.2023 - 01.2024
CVSICU TRAVEL NURSE
JOHNS HOPKINS HOSPITAL, TRUSTED
02.2023 - 07.2023
CICU/CTICU TRAVEL NURSE
MAINE MEDICAL CENTER, NOMAD
06.2022 - 01.2023
CVICU TRAVEL NURSE
KOOTENAI HEALTH, FASTAFF
08.2021 - 06.2022
CVICU TRAVEL NURSE
MARSHFIELD CLINIC INC, TNAA
02.2021 - 08.2021
CVICU NURSE/CVICU CHARGE NURSE
CHRISTUS ST. ELIZABETH HOSPITAL
11.2019 - 02.2021
MEDICAL/SURGICAL NURSE PER DIEM
CENTRAL PENINSULA GENERAL HOSPITAL
08.2018 - 10.2019
SUP NURSE TECHNICIAN II
BEN TAUB GENERAL HOSPITAL
06.2017 - 03.2018
QUALITY ASSURANCE
WALMART LOGISTICS
01.2009 - 08.2016
Master of Science - Nursing
Capella University
BACHELOR'S OF SCIENCE - NURSING
TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY
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