Robert Mattern BSN, RN, CCRN
Orlando,FL
Summary
Compassionate critical care nurse with experience in managing hemodynamically challenged patients. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and implement safety standards in high-acuity environments. Strong focus on medication administration and hemodynamic management.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
- Constant observation of hemodynamically challenged patients needing vasoactive drugs, mechanical ventilation, and hemodynamic support devices.
- accountable for titrating vasoactive medications including levophed, epinephrine, vasopressin, giapreza, phenylephrine, etc.
- specialized cardiac patient care including myocardial infarction, cardiogenic shock, valvular disease, heart failure, aortic dissections/anuerysms, multivessel disease, pulmonary artery hypertension
- experience with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation ((ECMO), Impella (RP, CP, 5.5,), intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), left ventricular assist device (LVAD), and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT)
- served as a float nurse to our sister-unit specializing in post open heart cardiovascular recovery
- active unpc co-chair tasked with overseeing policies, regulations, and processes within unit
- trainer for RNs on unit to advance safety standards and critical thinking
Acute Care Registered Nurse
Orlando Health
10.2024 - 10.2025
- critical care administration for patients requiring ventilatory assistance
- precise hemodynamic assessment using arterial line
- Medication titrations impacting hemodynamics included but not limited to Nicardipine, Nitroglycerin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Insulin, Bumex, Lasix, and Heparin.
- Delivered comprehensive care to trauma, surgical, cardiac, and neurological patients. Treated patients with COPD, DKA, ETOH withdrawal symptoms, sepsis, GI bleeds, and pulmonary diseases.
- Conducted assessments and implemented care strategies for diverse patient populations. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- This unit was recognized for it's patient acuity resulting in being the top unit in the hospital for codes outside an ICU.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Palm Gardens of Largo
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas, enhancing safety standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
Nurse Technician
Advent Health Tampa
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Specialized patient care for critically ill patients with the assistance of a nurse
- Assessing and documenting data, reporting any abnormal findings to the nurse,
- Assisted in medical emergencies, providing critical support to nursing staff and improving patient outcomes
- Transported patients between departments to ensure timely care.
- Maintained inventory of medical equipment to support operational readiness.
- Coordinated the transfer of products across departments to enhance workflow.
BLS/CNA Instructor
Gator CPR
06.2021 - 07.2022
- BLS Instructor - This class teaches 8 students the requirements and tests them to earn their BLS certification.
- Supported private BLS classes for corporate clients.
- Taught and certified clients through the American Heart Association for Basic Life Support.
- CNA Instructor - This 4-day class teaches a group of 9-11 students the skills and material needed to pass the state of Florida CNA exam.
- Facilitated hands-on learning labs to develop student competencies in CNA practices for 4 students to practice CNA skills.
- Provided instruction in healthcare and patient support, fostering skill development in future CNA professionals.
- Teach and support students in classrooms and throughout practical experience, helping each develop strengths and improve knowledge to become skilled CNA professionals.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNBachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Tampa, FL08-2024
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL04-2022
Skills
- Intensive care unit experience
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Compassionate communication
- Critical care nursing
- Cardiac catheterization
- Defibrillator operation
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Pacemaker management
- Cardiac medication administration
- Heart failure management
- Blood gas analysis
Certification
- Certified Care Registered Nurse
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Acute Care Registered Nurse
Orlando Health
10.2024 - 10.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Palm Gardens of Largo
05.2024 - 08.2024
Nurse Technician
Advent Health Tampa
08.2022 - 11.2023
BLS/CNA Instructor
Gator CPR
06.2021 - 07.2022
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Santa Fe College