Paige Hendrix
Omaha,NE
Summary
I am applying to the Doctor of Nursing Practice Nurse Anesthesia program as a registered nurse with direct MICU experience providing critical care, emergency response, and multidisciplinary coordination for complex patients. Lead Nurse and Nurse Preceptor responsibilities, combined with ACLS, PALS, and patient education skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Nebraska Medical Center (MICU)
Omaha, NE
07.2022 - Current
- Lead nurse in a critical care unit, providing patient care and supporting staff.
- Nurse preceptor for new graduates and nursing students.
- Responded to emergencies and initiated critical interventions in Nebraska Medical Center MICU.
- Tracked ventilator settings, telemetry, and hemodynamic status for critically ill patients.
- Give medications, infusions, and blood products per intensive care orders.
- Evaluated patient condition changes and entered updates in the electronic health record.
- Coordinated care during multidisciplinary rounds with physicians, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nebraska Medical Center (MICU)
Omaha, NE
12.2020 - 07.2022
- Assisted MICU patients with bathing, grooming, and daily hygiene at Nebraska Medical Center.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to critical care nurses promptly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing and grooming.
- Repositioned immobile patients to support comfort and pressure injury prevention.
- Supported nurses with intake, output tracking, and patient observation in critical care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rose Blumkin Jewish Nursing Home
Omaha, NE
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance their independence and well-being.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Documented patient condition changes for timely nursing staff interventions.
- Charted patients' food intake and output in the electronic health record to ensure accurate nutritional tracking.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
College of Saint Mary
Omaha, NE07-2022
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Metropolitan Community College
Omaha, NEDiploma -
Elkhorn High School
Elkhorn, NE05-2016
Skills
Advance Cardiovascular Life Support
Basic Life Support
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Certified by American Heart Association
Culturally Competent Nursing Care
- Certified by Cornerstone of Caring
Seizure First Aid
- Certified by Epilepsy Foundation
Experience
CRNA Shadow with Jordan Brink at Nebraska Medicine.
- Discussed roles and responsibilities of a CRNA
- Observed pre-anesthesia assessments and patient preparation
- Observed induction of general anesthesia
- Observed intraoperative monitoring and anesthetic management
- Observed emergence from general anesthesia
- Observed anesthesia during MRI and CT scans
Accomplishments
- Team Daisy Award 2026
- Daisy Award 2023
- Daisy Award 2025
- ITEACH Accountability Award 2026
- ITEACH Excellence Award 2026
- ITEACH Teamwork Award 2026
References
Jess O'Neill-Medical ICU Manager
- 402-515-0172
- jeoneill@nebraskamed.com
Valarie Driscoll-Director of Acute Care Services
- 402-616-4566
- vdriscoll@nebraskamed.com
Michael Costanzo-Lead Nurse on Medical ICU
- 402-203-4667
- micostanzo@nebraskamed.com
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Nebraska Medical Center (MICU)
07.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nebraska Medical Center (MICU)
12.2020 - 07.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rose Blumkin Jewish Nursing Home
01.2017 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science -
College of Saint Mary
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Metropolitan Community College
Diploma -
Elkhorn High School