Rita Garrison
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Hemodialysis Registered Nurse with extensive experience with Intensive Care Unit Critical settings. Expert in dialysis machine operation and vascular access care, fostering teamwork to enhance patient outcomes. Proven ability to manage critical situations effectively, ensuring patient safety and comfort while delivering high-quality care. Committed to continuous improvement in patient treatment plans.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Satellite Dialysis Center
Sunnyvale, CA
10.2009 - 12.2014
- Facilitated smooth transitions between different stages of kidney disease by closely monitoring lab results trends over time.
- Nurtured strong relationships with community partners such as nephrologists, social workers, and dietitians to ensure a comprehensive approach to patient care.
- Ensured patient safety with strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper handling of equipment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, including treatment details and any observed reactions or side effects from therapy.
- Effectively managed emergency situations arising during dialysis treatments such as hypotensive episodes or access site bleeding.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, addressing their emotional needs and supporting them throughout the dialysis process.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments before, during, and after treatments to monitor for potential complications or changes in condition.
- Assisted in vascular access evaluations alongside physicians to determine suitable options for each individual patient''s needs.
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Southland Dialysis
Los Angeles, CA
01.2006 - 10.2009
- Recognized changes in each patient's condition and adjusted dialysis treatments on daily basis.
- Enhanced patient care by providing high-quality acute dialysis treatment and monitoring vital signs closely.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments before initiating dialysis treatment, ensuring proper preparation and minimizing risks of complications.
- Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions and dialytic treatments.
- Provided each chronic and acute renal patient with compassionate and dedicated plan of care for treatment.
MICU Registered Nurse
Al Hada Armed Forces Hospital
AlHada, Taif, Saudi Arabia
09.1994 - 12.2004
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively within a high-stress environment, maintaining timely completion of tasks without compromising quality of care.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe working environment within the MICU to ensure the well-being of both patients and staff members.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the MICU.
- Performed advanced life support measures during emergency situations, contributing to successful resuscitations when required.
- Recognized potential complications early by closely monitoring laboratory results and vital sign trends, initiating appropriate interventions promptly when necessary.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
ICU/CCU Registered Nurse
King Fahd Specialist Hospital
Al Qassim, Burayda, Saudi Arabia
05.1991 - 06.1994
- Managed ventilator settings, titrating medications, monitoring vital signs closely to ensure appropriate respiratory support for critically ill patients.
- Implemented therapeutic hypothermia protocols after cardiac arrest events resulting in improved neurological outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, intubations, and chest tube placements ensuring patient safety throughout each process.
- Anticipated potential complications by closely monitoring lab values trends and reporting abnormalities promptly.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Performed advanced life support techniques during emergency situations, resulting in increased patient survival rates.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Iligan Medical Center College of Nursing
Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte04-1979
Skills
- Dialysis machine operation
- Vascular Access care
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Cardiac monitors
- Infection control practices
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- HIPAA compliance
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
ACLS, BLS
English, Arabic
Fluent in English and Arabic.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Full Professional
Timeline
Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Satellite Dialysis Center
10.2009 - 12.2014
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Southland Dialysis
01.2006 - 10.2009
MICU Registered Nurse
Al Hada Armed Forces Hospital
09.1994 - 12.2004
ICU/CCU Registered Nurse
King Fahd Specialist Hospital
05.1991 - 06.1994
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Iligan Medical Center College of Nursing