Rachael Reginek-Krenz
Clearwater
Summary
Neuro/Trauma ICU and CTICU nurse seeking to use clinical experience, education, and attention to detail to become a dedicated team member of HCA Trinity Hospital's ER. Trained to handle emergency and critical care situations with the skills to overcome high pressure circumstances. Excellent bedside skills and the dedication to learning more.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CTICU Nurse
HCA Florida Largo Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Direct patient care, qshift full assessments, q4 focused assessments, hemodynamic monitoring
- Plan and implement nursing care and interventions, document nursing assessments, report critical information to doctors for further intervention, patient-centered care, and management of orders
- Management of CRRT, impella, LVAD, ECMO, art lines, central lines, swans, foley catheters, straight caths, vents, bipaps, cpaps, trachs, IVs, blood sugars
- Management of hemodynamics, drips, medications, and labs
- Bed changes, bed baths, oral care, room care, repositioning patients, mobilizing patients
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Neuro/Trauma ICU Nurse
UCHealth Memorial Central
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Direct patient care, q4 full assessments, neuro/stroke assessments, focused assessments
- Plan and implement nursing care and interventions, document nursing assessments, report critical information to doctors for further intervention, patient-centered care, and management of orders
- Management of art lines, EVDs, bolts, arterial sheaths, central lines, foley catheters, straight caths, vents, bipaps, cpaps, trachs, IVs, blood sugars
- Management of hemodynamics, drips, medications, and labs
- Bed changes, bed baths, oral care, room care, repositioning patients, mobilizing patients
- Float pool rotation
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Floor Tech - Advanced Care Partner
UCHealth Memorial Central
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Direct patient care, q4 vital signs, charting.
- Repositioning patients, mobilizing patients.
- Bed changes, bed baths, showers, oral care, room care.
- Blood sugars; basic wound care; IV insertion and care; catheter care, insertion, and removal.
Associate Editor
Zebra Publishing
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Wrote articles for the published magazines.
- Edited and proofread every issue that was published.
- Managed the company’s social media platforms and the company website.
- Gathered advertising materials and editorial materials for the magazine, social media, and the website.
- Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
- Selected and edited photos for use in diverse projects.
- Communicated directly with writers to collaboratively assess work and guide editorial improvements.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.
- Collaborated with design, editorial and marketing departments to meet desired content goals.
- Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Edited and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing & Health Sciences, University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO01.2022
A.A. - Science, Arts, General Studies
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO01.2018
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Communication Skills
- Managing High-Pressure Situations
- Telemetry and advanced cardiac care
- Workflow and patient management
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Healthcare ethics
- Compassionate care
- Critical care nursing
- End-of-life care
Certification
- ACLS Certified, American Heart Association, 05/22
- BLS Certified, American Heart Association, 05/22
- NIHSS, Apex Innovations, 05/23
- Essentials of Critical Care, American Association of Critical Care Nurses, 05/22
Accomplishments
- President’s List – UCCS
- Dean’s List – UCCS
- President’s List – PPCC
- Dean’s List – PPCC
- Sigma Alpha Pi
- Phi Sigma Pi
- Phi Theta Kappa
- National Honors Society
- The Honors Society
Personal Information
Title: ICU Nurse
Timeline
CTICU Nurse
HCA Florida Largo Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Neuro/Trauma ICU Nurse
UCHealth Memorial Central
01.2022 - 01.2023
Floor Tech - Advanced Care Partner
UCHealth Memorial Central
01.2021 - 01.2022
Associate Editor
Zebra Publishing
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing & Health Sciences, University of Colorado Colorado Springs
A.A. - Science, Arts, General Studies
Pikes Peak Community College
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