ROBERT "LORENZO" TUNEK
Shreveport
Summary
Resourceful ICU nurse with five years of experience in high-pressure environments, adept at quickly adapting to new units with minimal orientation, particularly during the challenges posed by COVID-19. Proven ability to thrive in hospitals with varying trauma levels, demonstrating exceptional skills in managing emergency situations and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care while maintaining a calm and focused demeanor under stress. Strong advocate for patient safety and continuous improvement in clinical practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Christus Highland Hospital
Shreveport, LA
07.2024 - Current
- Circulate surgical cases, performing thorough preoperative assessments and managing intraoperative positioning and patient safety.
- Assist anesthesia during induction and emergence by preparing airway equipment, supporting patient positioning, managing room readiness, and anticipating procedural needs.
- Communicate effectively with the entire OR team, including anesthesiologists, CRNAs, surgeons, and nursing staff to anticipate needs and promote safe, efficient intraoperative workflow.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
Phoenix, Arizona
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided critical support to patients in a fast-paced 64-bed neuro ICU to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Engaged in critical care within the neuro ICU at Barrow Neurological Institute, a world renown hospital in Phoenix, Arizona, dedicated to advancing neurological treatment and education.
- Executed prioritization of responsibilities in demanding circumstances, maintaining tranquility and delivering high-quality care to patients.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport-Level 1 Trauma
Shreveport, LA
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed invasive hemodynamic monitoring including arterial lines and central venous catheters.
- Responded to neurologic and cardiopulmonary emergencies, participating in rapid response and code situations.
- Developed strong understanding of cerebral perfusion pressure, intracranial pressure, and MAP-based management.
ICU RN
Medical City McKinney- Level II Trauma Center
McKinney, Texas
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Provided nursing care across ICU and medical-surgical/stepdown units, adapting quickly to varying patient acuity and unit workflows.
- Demonstrated flexibility and strong clinical judgment while floating to meet organizational staffing needs.
- Maintained patient safety and prioritization while managing diverse patient populations and assignments.
ICU RN
Hendrick Medical Center South-Level III Trauma Center
Abilene, Texas
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Delivered comprehensive care for critically ill patients in a low-resource, high-autonomy setting.
- Performed advanced assessments and early intervention for clinical deterioration, often serving as the first line of recognition.
- Responded to code blue and rapid response events, assisting with airway management and resuscitation.
ICU RN
Baylor University Medical Center- Level I Trauma Center
Dallas, Texas
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked as a traveling nurse in a 40 bed MICU in downtown dallas.
- Excelled in a fast-paced environment with high acuity patients requiring close management and critical analysis of patient conditions.
- Rapidly trained and independently managed CRRT in a high-acuity MICU environment.
ICU RN
HCA Houston West-Level IV Trauma Center
Houston, Texas
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Responded as a crisis ICU RN during the height of COVID-19. Worked a demanding 6 on-1 off schedule in a 21 bed MICU primarily caring for COVID-19 patients.
- Also Managed care for medical ICU patients with complex disease processes, including liver failure, DKA, and HHS.
- Managed mechanically ventilated patients using volume and pressure-controlled modes; participated in ventilator adjustments, ABG interpretation, and weaning trials.
- Utilized invasive hemodynamic monitoring to guide MAP, volume status and vasoactive therapy.
ICU RN
Laredo Medical Center
Laredo, Texas
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Responded as a crisis ICU RN during the height of COVID-19. Worked a demanding 6 on 1 off schedule in both a 22 bed ICU and a 22 bed makeshift ICU after only receiving 8 hours of orientation.
- Provided routine COVID interventions such as proning, ventilator management, and use of critical drips such as paralytics, vasopressors, and use of nitric oxide.
- Managed critically ill COVID-19 patients and unexpected symptoms/emergencies related to the disease process such as barotrauma, DIC, ARDS, AKI and cardiac arrest.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport
Shreveport, Louisiana
03.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided comprehensive support for neuro-critical patients to ensure optimal recovery from conditions including ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, traumatic brain injury, subarachnoid hemorrhage, intracranial hemorrhage, status epilepticus, and post-neurosurgical patients.
- Collaborated in the oversight of ventilator-dependent patients, employing strategic weaning approaches and address complex disease processes.
- Executed initiation and titration of high-risk IV infusions, such as sedatives, analgesics, vasopressors, and osmotic diuretics, to optimize patient outcomes and comfort.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Louisiana State University - Alexandria
Alexandria, LA12-2025
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston01.2019
Skills
- Central line management
- Intracranial pressure monitoring
- Neurological monitoring
- Spinal cord injury care
- Traumatic brain injury care
- Tracheostomy care
- Ventilator management
- Oxygen therapy
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Blood transfusion
- Sedation management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team building
Certification
ACLS
BLS
CCRN
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Christus Highland Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
10.2023 - 05.2024
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport-Level 1 Trauma
07.2022 - 10.2023
ICU RN
Medical City McKinney- Level II Trauma Center
01.2022 - 04.2022
ICU RN
Hendrick Medical Center South-Level III Trauma Center
10.2021 - 11.2021
ICU RN
Baylor University Medical Center- Level I Trauma Center
06.2021 - 09.2021
ICU RN
HCA Houston West-Level IV Trauma Center
02.2021 - 03.2021
ICU RN
Laredo Medical Center
01.2021 - 02.2021
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport
03.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Louisiana State University - Alexandria
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Louisiana Tech University