Richard Weathers
Bulverde,TX
Summary
Highly motivated and level headed critical care nurse who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations. Strong belief in companionship and support in patient care with astute judgement skills. Devoted and enthusiastic to learn new skills for better patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
06.2017 - Current
- Performed all aspects of patient care on cardiovascular units to include management and removal of arterial sheaths, calculation/titration of anti-thrombotic and antiarrhythmic IV drips, and management of of BIPAP/CPAP machines and chest tubes
- Resource pool nurse - regularly floating to support telemetry, PCU, and critical care unit needs
- Proficient management of post coronary angioplasty, coronary artery bypass graphing, abdominal aortic aneurysm repair and transcatheter aortic valve replacement
- Charge Nurse for cardiovascular units. Responsible for initiating and implementing patient care plans and bed management for up to 20 patients in a fast paced environment
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health education and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to patients.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
08.2008 - 06.2014
- Provided leadership, delegation and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations
- Coordinated and executed transport of sick and injured patients as needed
- Developed and led training programs in preparation for combat
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
Education
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing
Baptist School of Health Professions
San Antonio04.2017
Associate of Science -
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN04.2014
Skills
- Critical Care Nursing
- Responsible and adaptable
- Efficient Team Player
- Effective communicator
- BLS/ACLS certified
- Professional Bedside Manner
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
06.2017 - Current
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
08.2008 - 06.2014
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing
Baptist School of Health Professions
Associate of Science -
Vincennes University
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