Patrick Greenman
New Port Richey,Florida
Summary
Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 20 years of direct patient care experience. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of pediatric treatments and planning long-term for patients. Successful at advocating patient needs and quick diagnoses.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse, PICU Pediatrics
JFK Memorial
04.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Achieved high levels of patient satisfaction, providing compassionate care and effectively addressing patient concerns.
- Increased patient comfort and support with empathetic communication and attentive bedside manner.
- Provided comprehensive care for patients in high-stress environments, leading to notable increases in patient satisfaction and recovery rates.
- Provided critical care to patients in emergency situations, stabilizing conditions and facilitating swift recovery.
Travel Registered Nurse, PICU
University of New Mexico, NM
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Provided mentorship to student nurses completing their clinical rotations in the PICU setting by sharing clinical knowledge, demonstrating effective nursing skills, and modeling professional behavior.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
- Effectively managed multiple priorities during high-stress situations by remaining calm, organized, and focused on delivering optimal patient care.
- Optimized ventilator settings and monitored respiratory status closely for mechanically ventilated patients, adjusting parameters as needed based on clinical assessments and physician orders.
- Supported families during difficult times by providing emotional support, education on their child''s condition, and resources for coping strategies.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by collaborating with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Promoted patient comfort through effective pain management techniques, including administering analgesics as ordered and implementing non-pharmacological interventions.
- Facilitated efficient transfer of patients between units or hospitals by preparing necessary documentation, communicating pertinent information to receiving staff promptly, and assisting in transport as needed.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, ensuring equipment functionality, and performing regular safety checks.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
Travel Registered Nurse, PCICU
Norton Children's Hospital
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while supporting grieving families through difficult transitions.
- Coordinated seamless patient transfers between departments or facilities by effectively communicating pertinent information with interdisciplinary teams involved in each case.
- Managed complex cases involving critically ill pediatric patients, delivering high-quality care under challenging circumstances.
- Administered medications and treatments accurately, ensuring optimal patient safety and reducing complications.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, addressing their unique needs and fostering recovery.
- Served as a liaison between medical teams and families, facilitating open communication channels that enhanced decision-making processes.
- Educated families on patients'' conditions and treatment plans, promoting understanding and involvement in the care process.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, creating a supportive environment conducive to healing and recovery.
- Assessed patients'' conditions regularly, making critical decisions promptly for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment strategies, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Utilized advanced life support techniques during emergencies, contributing to successful resuscitations and improved survival rates.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Skillfully operated various medical equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, monitors to provide optimal patient care in the PICU setting.
Travel Registered Nurse, PICU
JFK Memorial Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to Pediatric patients.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in Pediatric critical care units.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Registered Nurse, PICU
Saint Joseph Children's Hospital
08.2011 - 08.2021
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to PICU patients.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department Pedi
Saint Joseph Children's Hospital
03.2009 - 08.2011
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Cared for as many as 20 Pediatric patients each day, quickly identifying concerns, controlling symptoms and providing expert emergency care.
Charge Pediatric Registered Nurse X2yrs
Saint Joseph Children's Hospital
05.2004 - 03.2009
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventive measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
- Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to [Type] patients.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Saint Josephs Children's Hospital
07.2003 - 05.2004
- Interacted with child welfare personnel and social workers in cases involving concerns about overall well-being.
- Completed at-home health checks for children unable to visit medical offices due to health risks and living conditions.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to assess holistic healthcare profiles of [Type] pediatric patients.
- Provided basic educational services to parents and guardians on topics such as child growth and development and special needs.
- Monitored ongoing metrics for children with chronic health conditions, both remotely and within office settings.
- Aided in designing healthcare plans for pediatric patients based on individual medical needs and living situations.
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
Unit Secretary
Helen Ellis Memorial Hospital
02.2000 - 08.2002
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Transcribed doctors' medication orders, lab test requests and care plans.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Executed administrative duties to facilitate unit tasks and meet team goals.
- Maintained rapport with physicians, nurse,s and other healthcare personnel.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL05.2002
Skills
- IV setup
- Evaluations
- Pediatric ICU expert
- Family advocacy
- Organization and Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Dependable and Responsible
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse, PICU Pediatrics
JFK Memorial
04.2023 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, PICU
University of New Mexico, NM
01.2023 - 02.2023
Travel Registered Nurse, PCICU
Norton Children's Hospital
09.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Registered Nurse, PICU
JFK Memorial Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse, PICU
Saint Joseph Children's Hospital
08.2011 - 08.2021
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department Pedi
Saint Joseph Children's Hospital
03.2009 - 08.2011
Charge Pediatric Registered Nurse X2yrs
Saint Joseph Children's Hospital
05.2004 - 03.2009
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Saint Josephs Children's Hospital
07.2003 - 05.2004
Unit Secretary
Helen Ellis Memorial Hospital
02.2000 - 08.2002
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pasco-Hernando State College
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