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Rachell Luangrath

Chula Vista,CA

Summary

Empathetic and qualified board-certified Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner driven to build strong relationships with patients and their families. Acts as a patient advocate to achieve the best possible outcomes. Versatile AG-ACNP seeking a position in an inpatient setting managing the cardiac surgery patient population.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Float Pool

Sharp Healthcare
08.2020 - Current
  • Increased efficiency in the Float Pool by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time across multiple units.
  • Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Managed patient care in a critical care setting, closely monitoring acute conditions.
  • Provide complex clinical assessments, diagnostic testing, and therapies for acutely ill pre and post cardiac surgery patients.
  • Assessed the need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to minimize complications and improve overall health.
  • Optimized patient outcomes through proactive identification of potential complications or changes in condition requiring intervention.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Critical Care Float Pool Registered Nurse

Scripps Hospital
04.2019 - 08.2020
  • Managed patients with cardiac arrhythmia, critical care infusions, post cardiac catheterization and PCI patient care, post op cardiac surgery patient care.
  • Enhanced patient care by effectively assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions in critical care settings.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Promoted continuity of care through thorough documentation of assessments, interventions, evaluations, and progress notes in electronic medical records.
  • Worked with physicians, nurses, technicians and therapists to formulate, implement and modify individual care plans.
  • Provided high-quality care for critically ill patients with various conditions such as sepsis, respiratory failure, and multi-organ dysfunction.

Registered Nurse Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU)

Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
03.2017 - 04.2019
  • Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
  • Cared for patients requiring critical care infusions, post cardiac catheterization care, post surgical patient care.
  • Rotated between cardiology and neurosurgery intermediate units.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Intern

AtlantiCare Center For Community Health Education
01.2009 - 05.2009
  • Assisted in the Healthy Kids Healthy Schools program
  • Competent in SPSS analysis
  • Assisted with community health fairs


Education

Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
11.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Saint Louis University
03.2007

Skills

  • 1 year clinical experience in SICU/Trauma Department at UCSD
  • ACLS / BLS Certification
  • Chest tube removal, suturing, central lines and arterial line
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent assessment skills
  • Highly dependable
  • Strong organizational skills, including the ability to plan, implement, and follow-up, the ability to focus, and research skills
  • Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate with the patient population served

Affiliations

  • American Nurses Association

Certification

  • Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board certified
  • Arizona Board Certified Registered Nurse
  • California Board Certified Registered Nurse
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 2016 to present
  • Basic Life Support Certification 2016 to present

Timeline

Registered Nurse Float Pool

Sharp Healthcare
08.2020 - Current

Critical Care Float Pool Registered Nurse

Scripps Hospital
04.2019 - 08.2020

Registered Nurse Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU)

Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
03.2017 - 04.2019

Intern

AtlantiCare Center For Community Health Education
01.2009 - 05.2009

Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Saint Louis University
Rachell Luangrath