Ronald Eby
Asheville,NC
Summary
Highly motivated and dedication Nurse Practitioner who looks forward to becoming a valued member of your health care team. I have over 10 years of direct patient clinical experience with approximately the past 3.5 years with a busy and fast paced Interventional Radiology group. This role includes many image guided procedures, radiology interpretation, referral coordination, outpatient testing, consultation services, and outpatient clinic assessment/management. I have a passion for educating patients and families about disease process and care planning. I also enjoy being part of a interdisciplinary health care team to contributing my knowledge and experience to better serve my community.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interventional Radiology AP
ARA Health specialists
Asheville, NC
09.2020 - Current
- Direct clinical and procedural management of a diverse patient population within Mission Hospital and out our outpatient clinic.
- Primary responsibilities include consultation for procedures performed by interventional and neuro interventional radiology physicians and APs; Clinical management of patients admitted by our service; Clinic follow up visits at a outpatient facility; Performing various image guided procedures; Management of multiple procedural support staff including RNs, CNAs, and imaging technologists; and supervision of procedural sedation;
- Procedural training in performing a wide breadth of procedures under ultrasound and fluoroscopic image guidance including: Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, Chest tube insertion/removal, Drainage catheter placement, Biopsy of deep and superficial lesions, Lumbar puncture, Myelography, Joint injections/arthrocentesis, GI barium imaging, Dobhoff feed tube placements, and intra thecal chemotherapy administration.
- Communication and collaboration with physicians, advanced practice providers, and nursing staff from nearly all service lines and disciplines within Mission Hospital.
- Orientation and mentorship of multiple advanced practitioners.
- Prepared sterile field prior to each procedure according to established infection control guidelines.
- Educated family members on post-operative care instructions for their loved one.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Documented all care provided in accordance with facility policies and procedures and standards of practice guidelines.
- Recognized potential complications related to interventional radiology procedures and took appropriate action to address them.
- Participated in performance improvement activities related to interventional radiology services.
- Managed communication between physicians and other healthcare team members regarding patient care needs during an intervention.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential information about patients' health histories.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Interventional Radiology - Registered Nurse
Mission Hospital
Asheville, NC
01.2015 - 01.2020
- This role included specialization as a sedation nurse and the care of critically ill patients for clinical conditions such as acute ischemic stroke, traumatic vascular injury, central vascular access, and reperfusion of ischemic vessel occlusion.
- Weekend management of a small group of on-call staff, collaboration with multiple clinical modalities to care for critically ill and emergent patients.
- Team lead charge managing the flow of a very busy Interventional Radiology department servicing in hospital and ambulatory patients, as well as, coordinating approximately 15-20 staff members, patient scheduling, patient throughput, and patient referral.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during surgical procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
Emergency Department - Registered Nurse
Mission Hospital
Asheville, NC
01.2015 - 01.2015
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
- Educated families about their loved ones' conditions and provided emotional support.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
Emergency Department -Registered Nurse & Patient Care Tech
St. Marys Hospital
Richmond, VA
01.2012 - 01.2015
- I initially practiced as a patient care tech and later a registered nurse in this thirty-four-bed adult emergency room.
- This role included assessment and triage critically ill patients, orientation and mentoring to new staff, and bedside care of medical, telemetry, and intensive care patients.
- Performance of invasive and non invasive procedures utilizing clean and sterile technique.
Education
Masters of Science – Family Nurse Practitioner -
East Tennessee State University
Bachelors of Science -
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
Skills
- Interventional Radiology Procedures
- Support and Education
- Physician and Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Student Precepting
- Attention to Detail
- Clear Patient Communication
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Referral coordination
- Radiologic Interpretation
- Experience with Multiple EMRs
Affiliations
- Art
- Music
- Martial Arts
- Exercise and Fitness
Certification
- TNCC
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Interventional Radiology AP
ARA Health specialists
09.2020 - Current
Interventional Radiology - Registered Nurse
Mission Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2020
Emergency Department - Registered Nurse
Mission Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2015
Emergency Department -Registered Nurse & Patient Care Tech
St. Marys Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2015
Masters of Science – Family Nurse Practitioner -
East Tennessee State University
Bachelors of Science -
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
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