Rachael STEED
Bountiful
Summary
Dynamic RN with extensive experience at Primary Children's Hospital, excelling in ultrasound-guided vascular access and emergency response. Recognized for high success rates in challenging IV placements and mentoring peers, fostering a collaborative environment. Currently seeking training in PICC insertion to further enhance clinical expertise.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Vascular Access Team
Primary Children's Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Perform IV access for pediatric patients ranging from neonates to young adults.
- Provide advanced vascular access using ultrasound in challenging cases with a high success rate.
- Respond to codes and other emergencies to provide difficult vascular access.
- Serve as a resource for other healthcare professionals seeking advice, guidance, and clarification regarding issues involving peripheral IVs and PICC lines.
- Access ports, perform sterile dressing and clave changes.
- Manage stressful situations regarding IV starts in a demand setting.
Clinical Coordinator RN NICU
Intermountain Medical Center
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Delivered exceptional care in a 48-bed level III NICU, managing individualized care plans and daily evaluations.
- Responded to emergencies with expertise and composure to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Member of the PICC management team: maintained sterile technique to change dressings and claves, performed line pullbacks, administered TPA to manage clotted lines.
- Monitored cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators, and oxygen delivery devices.
- Managed time efficiently while prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations or when caring for multiple critically ill neonates.
Charge RN, NICU
Littleton Adventist Hospital
12.2019 - 02.2021
- Maintained an organized clinical environment conducive to efficient workflow by regularly evaluating unit needs and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor and adjust treatment plans, improving overall patient health outcomes.
- Improved continuity of care across shifts through concise shift reports detailing pertinent updates on patients'' conditions and treatment plans.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and identifying opportunities for process enhancement.
- Performed vascular access and arterial sticks.
Staff RN, NICU
Intermountain Medical Center
06.2016 - 07.2019
- Mentored new NICU nurses, contributing to a positive work environment and increased staff retention rates.
- Advocated for patients'' needs effectively communicating concerns or requests from families to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
- Promoted breastfeeding success by educating mothers on proper techniques and providing support throughout their NICU stay.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the NICU by identifying areas of potential improvement and participating in process changes when necessary.
- Member of the PICC management team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX01-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Stevens Henager College
West Haven, UT09-2008
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Ultrasound-guided vascular access
- Vascular access and PICC line care
- Multitasking in high-pressure environments
- Emergency response
Certification
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- Ultrasound-guided IV access
Timeline
RN Vascular Access Team
Primary Children's Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Clinical Coordinator RN NICU
Intermountain Medical Center
02.2021 - 03.2023
Charge RN, NICU
Littleton Adventist Hospital
12.2019 - 02.2021
Staff RN, NICU
Intermountain Medical Center
06.2016 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Stevens Henager College
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