Dedicated registered nurse with two decades of ICU expertise across various critical care environments, including Level I trauma centers and military operations. Awarded for outstanding compassionate care, demonstrating commitment to patient and family support. Proven ability to leverage diverse nursing background for enhanced patient outcomes. Eager to pursue a position as an aesthetic nurse to facilitate patient satisfaction in aesthetic procedures.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Surgical Trauma ICU
US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
08.2010 - Current
Providing triage, diagnosis, and care for patients with critical injuries and illnesses
Performing emergency medical procedures, such as IV insertion, intubation, medication administration, and blood drawing
Preparing patients for surgical procedures and assisting surgeons in the operation
Monitoring patients for signs of infection or complications and providing appropriate treatment
Providing emotional support to patients and their families
Coordinating with other medical staff and departments
Serving as liaisons between physicians and families and, when needed, law enforcement
Wound Care: They perform advanced wound care, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
Assist with Surgical Wound Closures: They assist in closing surgical wounds.
Operate Specialized Equipment: They operate and monitor equipment like ventilators and intracranial pressure monitors.
US Army
07.2005 - Current
Primary responsibilities include prepare unit for combat, maintain a high level of unit readiness, and provide battle focused training.
Plans, supervises and assesses all unit training. Develops policies and procedures within Brigade Combat Team.
Lead, prepared, and executed training to ensure operational readiness for wartime, contingency and peacetime operations supporting USCENTCOM and support of Operation Inherent Resolve.
Successfully deployed Detachment to premier combat trainings under Health Force Protection, with 100% safety rate compliance and 100% validation for all training events.
Served as the Commander in Special Operations over two split forward damage control resuscitation (DCR) and damage control surgery (DCS) teams working with Special Forces and other elite coalition teams. Earned high recognition during the deployment to include Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal with Combat Device, and Combat Action Badge.
Responsible for the management, training, discipline, morale, health, welfare, readiness and combat effectiveness of 1200 soldiers.
Responsible for over $6.5 Million worth of equipment. Directly managed the closure and transition of 3 logistics nodes, simultaneously, to prepare for combat transition in Special Operations Syria, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
RN Infusion Nurse
iCRYO
06.2023 - 01.2024
Coordinating and administering therapeutic IV treatments and infusions
Developing care plans
Educating patients and caregivers
Managing complications with infusion therapies
Monitoring patient responses to treatment
Performing patient assessments
Reviewing lab reports and drug information
Education
Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Filler Training - Certification
Aesthetic Medical Educators
San Antonio, TX
08-2023
Nursing - B.A.
Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock, TX
07-2009
Skills
ICU expertise with critical care focus
Administration of medications and injections
Home health services including hospice care
Dermal fillers along with botulinum toxin treatments
Emergency code blue management skills
Nursing in medical-surgical units
Quality assurance practices in healthcare settings
Experience within med spas and hospitals alike
Leadership in nursing supervision and management roles
Computer literacy with typing proficiency included
Communication skills emphasizing phone etiquette
effective phlebotomy techniques including venipuncture
effective organizational strategies for healthcare professionals
delivery of acute care alongside triage responsibilities
general laboratory experience across medical fields
development of employee orientation programs
Certification
TNCC Certification
BLS Certification
CPR Certification
RN License
ACLS Certification
June 2023 to June 2027
APRN
PALS Certification
NIHSS Certification
Compact State Nurse License
Driver's License
Awards
DAISY AWARD, May 2024, The DAISY Award is based on criteria aligned with your organization’s mission and values. As well as how commitment to your workplace’s culture, such as social responsibility, community health, and environmental safety. It is the most prestigious award can receive as a nurse. Awarded for going above and beyond to not only provide patients and families with excellence in clinical care but also compassion.
Military Service
Major | United States Army | United States
June 2005 to Present
Description
Commander in Special Operations over a Forward Surgical Resusitation team in the Middle East with Green Berrets.
Commendations
Combat Medical Badge: actively engaging or being engaged by the enemy.
Meritorious Service Medal (3): Exceptional Service while serving as the Commander in a support of Operation Inherent Resolve over two split FRST's in Iraq and Syria.
Army Commendation Medal (4): Exceptional Service in Special Operations Joint Task Force.
Army Achievement Medal (5): Exemplary behavior and service for Commanding as well as serving as a Critical Care nurse, Charge Nurse of Critical Care Section at San Antonio Military Medical Center.
Armed Force Reserve Medal: Honorable and satisfactory service.
Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal: Rendered Honors to over 14 funerals within Texas and New Mexico and 2 Navy Balls.
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
RN Infusion Nurse
iCRYO
06.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse, Surgical Trauma ICU
US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
08.2010 - Current
US Army
07.2005 - Current
Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Filler Training - Certification