Alexander Paeltz
Columbus
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Ohio State University who has a breadth of knowledge on surgical procedures and physiologic states. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective interprofessional collaboration, and thorough patient assessment. Passionate about delivering exceptional care in high-pressure environments while ensuring comprehensive documentation and treatment plans.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ohio State University
Columbus
03.2023 - Current
- Provided surgical, trauma, and burn ICU care to critically ill patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records to ensure confidentiality.
- Coordinated with social workers and healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes.
- Utilized Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) for effective patient management.
- Managed ventilator-dependent patients to deliver optimal respiratory support.
- Assessed airway, breathing, and circulation, escalating care as necessary.
Registered Nurse
Ohio State University
Columbus
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2019
Skills
- Invasive and non-invasive respiratory management (nasal canula, HFNC, HHFNC, CPAP, BiPAP, ventilator, trach, diaphragmatic pacemaker)
- Vasoactive and antiarrhythmic medication drips (amiodarone, diltiazem, nicardipine, nitroglycerin, esmolol, norepinephrine, epinephrine, phenylephrine, vasopressin, dobutamine)
- Sedation drips (propofol, Precedex, ketamine, midazolam, fentanyl)
- Other continuous medications (insulin, heparin, Lasix)
- Peripheral IV insertion via palpation and ultrasound
- Central line (Cordis, tunneled HD line, ports, PICC) management
- PA catheter management (CVP, PA pressure) and discontinuation
- Arterial line management and discontinuation
- Telemetry, 12-lead EKG, dysrhythmia monitoring, and interpretation
- Pain management (PCA pump, continuous infusion, implanted devices, epidural, ESP blocks, IVP)
- Post-op symptom management (nausea, hypotension, delirium)
- EVD drains, lumbar drains, bolts
- Bladder pressures, continuous bladder irrigation
- IV, oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medication administration
- Bair hugger, esophageal cooling, cooling blanket, targeted temperature management
- Complex dressing changes (burns, necrotizing fasciitis, stage IV pressure injuries, wound vac application assistance, eviscerated abdomen)
- Continuous renal replacement therapy
Certification
BSN
BLS/ACLS
NIHSS
AACN member
Accomplishments
- Employee of the month
- Preceptor for new RNs
- Mentor for student nurses
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ohio State University
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ohio State University
10.2021 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Ohio State University
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