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Nadine Akomeah

Nadine Akomeah

Grand Prairie,TX

Summary

Organized and dependable Perfusionist successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Well-organized Perfusionist with good prioritization, documentation and record management abilities.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Travel Perfusionist

ProLink Healthcare
11.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced patient safety by meticulously monitoring and adjusting cardiopulmonary bypass equipment during surgeries.
  • Prevented complications in challenging cases by closely monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing any fluctuations observed.
  • Educated medical staff on the role of perfusionists within the clinical setting, fostering a greater understanding of teamwork dynamics.
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to optimize patient outcomes through efficient communication and adherence to protocols.

Perfusionist

Houston Extracorporeal Technologies
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Proficient in operating the heart-lung machine for adult patients, precisely monitoring altered circulatory processes and taking appropriate corrective action when abnormal situations arise.
  • Advocated for the adoption of innovative perfusion techniques and equipment within the facility, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Developed customized blood management strategies for each patient, minimizing transfusion-related risks during surgery.
  • Streamlined perfusion processes, contributing to shorter surgery times and improved patient recovery rates.

Education

Certificate in Cardiovascular Perfusion -

Baylor Scott & White-The Heart Hospital's Cardiovascular Institute
Plano, Texas
08.2022

Bachelor's Degree in General Studies -

Tarleton State University
12.2018

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Energetic Self-Starter
  • Ultrafiltration & Hemodilution
  • Intra-operative blood gas interpretation
  • Anticoagulation Management
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass Management
  • Perfusion Equipment Operation
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Electronic Charting
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Continuing education
  • Cell Salvage
  • Circulatory support techniques
  • PRP
  • VAD/IABP
  • Pharmacology knowledge
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring
  • Quality Assurance Protocols
  • Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Accomplishments

Rose Award Winner (Allied Health Professional of the Month) : March 2024

Equipment

  • Sorin/Liva Nova Xtra Cell Saver
  • Haemonetics Cell Saver
  • Hemochron
  • EPOC
  • Sorin/Liva Nova 3T
  • Cardioquip H/C
  • Terumo System One HLM
  • S5 HLM
  • Arterial Line Filters
  • Roller Pumps
  • Centrifugal Pumps
  • EPIC Charting
  • ISTAT/Hepcon HMS

Certification

American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP Certified)

Timeline

Travel Perfusionist

ProLink Healthcare
11.2023 - Current

Perfusionist

Houston Extracorporeal Technologies
09.2022 - 08.2023

Certificate in Cardiovascular Perfusion -

Baylor Scott & White-The Heart Hospital's Cardiovascular Institute

Bachelor's Degree in General Studies -

Tarleton State University

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