Nina Kilmer
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Accomplished Cardiac Cath Lab and ICU Registered Nurse from Hurley Medical Center, adept in hemodynamic monitoring and patient care, significantly enhancing procedure outcomes and patient safety. Competent in vascular access management and emergency response, demonstrating cultural competency and a commitment to excellence in patient advocacy and support. With two years of laboratory experience. Supports physician operations and personally administered tests and treatments in cardiac patients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Hurley Medical Center, Flint, MI
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic and interventional left heart catheterizations, diagnostic right heart catheterrizations, mapping and ablation procedures, set up and initial management of balloon pumps and impellas, device implants including various pacemakers and defibrillators, vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures, EKOS, thrombectomys, transesophogeal echocardiograms, and cardioversions all while ensuring optimal patient care and safety in pre-, during-, and post-procedural care.
- Minimized complications by identifying and responding to emergent situations promptly and efficiently.
- Contributed to successful procedure outcomes through expert administration of conscious sedation under physician guidance.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and hemodynamic parameters during procedures.
- Competent in conducting comprehensive assessments/management of patients vascular access needs as well as removal of groin venous and arterial sheaths.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Hurley Medical Center, Flint, MI
05.2020 - 11.2022
- Demonstrated competency in the administration of various cardiac medications such as antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, vasopressors, and inotropes for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Anticipated potential complications in high-risk cardiac patients through vigilant assessment of vital signs trends and EKG changes, initiating prompt interventions.
- Participated in code blue situations as an integral member of the resuscitation team, applying advanced life-saving techniques under high-stress scenarios.
- Provided continuous hemodynamic monitoring for critically ill patients, adjusting treatments accordingly to optimize outcomes.
- Cared for culturally-diverse patients, liaising with family members and specialists to address changing needs and enhance individual experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI05.2020
Skills
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Vascular Access Management
Hemodynamic Monitoring
Patient Care
Emergency Response
Cultural Competency
Medical Equipment Operation
Physician assistance
Procedural Sedation
Electronic Charting
Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Hurley Medical Center, Flint, MI
11.2022 - Current
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Hurley Medical Center, Flint, MI
05.2020 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saginaw Valley State University
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