Petrula Aaron-Harris
Dacula,Georgia
Summary
Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 8 plus years of direct patient care experience. Two and a half of them being in a critical care setting. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of hemodynamic treatments and planning long-term for patients. Successful at advocating patient needs and quick diagnoses.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Emory Hospital
10.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Performed invasive procedures such as central line insertions or arterial catheter placements with precision and confidence when necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Roselane Health Center
08.2017 - 01.2020
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, United States04.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Birmingham, United States04.2022
Skills
- Airway Management
- Decision-Making
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliable and Responsible
- IV setup
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Documentation And Reporting
- Central Line Management
- Heartsaver CPR AED
- Vitals monitoring
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Organizational Skills
- CPR/AED
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Evidence-based practices
- Chest Tube Management
- Medication Administration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Intensive Care Unit Experience
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Interpersonal Skills
- Patient Assessment
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Emory Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Roselane Health Center
08.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
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