Rebecca Mcgraw
Registered Nurse
Trussville,AL
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience specializing in critical care, pre/post Cath Lab, and cardiac management. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective medication administration and patient education. Skilled in telemetry monitoring and adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored care plans.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, Coronary PCU
HCA Ocala Regional Medical Ctr
07.2023 - 05.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies to promote wellness and prevent complications.
- Documented patient progress and medical histories accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse, Coronary Care Unit
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
10.2017 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Administered critical care interventions to stabilize patients in life-threatening conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care strategies.
- Managed complex cardiac cases, utilizing advanced technologies for patient assessment and intervention.
- Conducted thorough assessments, ensuring timely interventions for critical care needs of patients.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes in the Coronary Care Unit.
Registered Nurse
Washington Corrections Center For Women - Gig Harbor
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests, interpreting results, and communicating findings to healthcare team members.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Hca Ocala Regional Medical Ctr
05.2014 - 06.2016
- Administered preoperative assessments to ensure patient readiness for surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to maintain optimal sterile environments during surgeries.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and responded promptly to changes in condition.
- Educated patients and families on postoperative care and recovery expectations.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Stepdown Unit
Munroe Regional Medical Center
04.1997 - 04.2015
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments to determine individual care needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and safety standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement tailored care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment processes.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Central Florida
Ocala, FL05-1992
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support certification
- Critical care
- Patient discharge
- EMR systems (EPIC)
- Performing ekgs
- Emergency response
- Procedure preparations
- Chest pain management
- Cardiac care
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Coronary PCU
HCA Ocala Regional Medical Ctr
07.2023 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse, Coronary Care Unit
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
10.2017 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Washington Corrections Center For Women - Gig Harbor
08.2016 - 03.2017
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Hca Ocala Regional Medical Ctr
05.2014 - 06.2016
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Stepdown Unit
Munroe Regional Medical Center
04.1997 - 04.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Central Florida