Rebecca McIntosh
Kennesaw,GA
Summary
Driven nursing professional with 9 years' experience in CVICU environments. Talented at conducting patient assessments, developing individualized care plans and implementing prescribed orders. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CVICU Nurse
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Marietta, GA
09.2012 - Current
- Provided nursing care for patients recovering from open heart surgery
- Managed mechanical circulatory support devices and CRRT
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
01.2021 - Current
- Oriented and provided instruction to students during clinical rotations.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
Staff Nurse
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Austell, GA
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Registered Nurse Volunteer
Holy Family Services
Weslaco, TX
08.2009 - 08.2010
- Provided prenatal nursing care
- Assisted in care of delivering babies
- Managed care of mothers and babies independently after delivery
- Performed home visits on patients on days following delivery
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Baptist College of Nursing
Atlanta, GAMaster of Science - Nursing Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05.2009
Skills
- Patient Education
- Patient Advocate
- Preceptor
- ECMO Specialist
- CRRT proficient
- Mechanical Circulatory Support
- Relief Charge
- IV insertion
- Code Team
Accomplishments
- 2018 Wellstar Scholarship Recipient
- Developed ambulation protocol in CVICU
- Participated in Shared Governance
Certification
CCRN
NIHSS
Timeline
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
Kennesaw State University
01.2021 - Current
CVICU Nurse
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
09.2012 - Current
Staff Nurse
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
08.2010 - 08.2012
Registered Nurse Volunteer
Holy Family Services
08.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Baptist College of Nursing
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kennesaw State University