Richard Khuong

Self-motivated, dependable, and energetic AGACNP student with nine years of clinical experience as a charge/certified staff nurse in various critical care settings. Seeking an acute/critical care setting to contribute my skills and knowledge. Excellent people skills and dedicated work ethic, with a good reputation for achieving high levels of patient care satisfaction. Believe in providing high standards of culturally competent care for various patients with diverse needs.

Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center                                       August 2023 – December 2023

Surgical/ Medical ICU- AGACNP rotations

· Assessed patients' health status and hemodynamics, prescribed pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatments, and collaborated with an interdisciplinary team.

· Assisted in the open abdomen at the bedside for evacuation of hematoma with the surgical team.

Baylor College of Medicine – CHI St. Luke’s Medical Center                                  May 2023 – August 2023

Lung transplant team- AGACNP rotations

· Coordinated with interdisciplinary team and medical board review for potential Lung transplant candidates

· Input of bronchoscopy orders and ensuring orders are carried out at the appropriate time.

· Assisted in answering phone calls from bedside nurses requiring assistance with patient care and providing appropriate interventions.

Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center                                                January 2023 – April 2023

Neuro/Cardiovascular ICU- AGACNP rotations

· Interdisciplinary rounding with attending physician and NP providing interventions on patient management.

· Inserting an arterial line, discontinuing chest tubes and epicardial wires, and prepping for beside procedure (Lumbar puncture).

· Input progress notes and orders regarding patient diagnoses and treatment plans.

• Registered Nurse- #854120- 2014- Present
• Basic Life Support: American Heart Association (October 2022 -2024)
• Advance Cardiac Life Support: American Heart Association (October 2022-2024)
• CCRN: American Association of Critical Care Nurses (May 2022 – April 2025)

• Member of the Texas Nurses Association (TNA) - (2020)
• Proficient in EPIC: a super user of this computerized charting program.
• Background in the use and training of IV Guided Ultrasound.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills that assist in determining a diagnosis even with the most challenging cases.
• Strong interpersonal skills that help me work closely with other members of the care team for the best treatment plans.
• Effective at multitasking and experienced in working in high-stress environments, including very busy critical care units.
• Fluent in Vietnamese, English, and some Spanish.