EPIC
Rosemary Quist
MSN,Registered Nurse,PCCN
Christiansburg,VA
Summary
Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 11 years of direct patient care experience. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of critical care treatments and planning long-term for patients. Successful at advocating patient needs and quick diagnoses.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
RN, ICU Level II
Avant Healthcare Professionals
07.2021 - Current
- Established process improvements to increase continuity in the nurse to patient relationship
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates for critical patients through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs to inform targeted interventions and support holistic care approaches.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Evaluated patient response to interventions, revising plans as needed
- Monitored patient progress and prepared patients for discharge, utilizing established clinical pathways
- Provided skilled nursing care for patient on ventilators, BIPAP/CPAP, Trach Collar, open facemask and nasal cannulas
- Able to perform SHIFT therapy on patient that needs dialysis, elevated Electrolytes like hyperkalemia
- Administer Intravenous medications and continuous fluids using the alaris pump through central lines, midlines, chest ports, PICC lines, Peripheral IVs
- Administer and titrate sedations and pressers according to patients hemodynamic stability
- Administer blood and blood products and assess patients accordingly
- Care for patient with PEG Tube, set up Kangaroo feeding pumps, insertion of NG/OG tubes for feeding or connect to suction
- Insertion of uretheral catheters for men and women
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU by adhering to established protocols, reporting potential hazards, and participating in regular safety drills.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Administered medications accurately according to physician orders while closely monitoring for potential adverse reactions or interactions.
- Provided emotional support for patients'' families during times of crisis by maintaining open lines of communication, offering guidance on coping strategies, and connecting them with available resources as needed.
- Mentored new nursing staff in ICU-specific procedures, fostering professional growth and promoting a positive work environment.
- Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
- Facilitated smooth handoff processes during shift changes by maintaining accurate documentation of patient status updates, treatments provided, and pending tasks requiring immediate attention from incoming staff members.
- Improved pain management for critically ill patients by assessing pain levels, recommending appropriate interventions, and monitoring effectiveness of chosen treatments.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes while reducing costs associated with ICU care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and coordinate appropriate treatment interventions.
Intensive Care Unit - Registered Nurse (Senior staff nurse)
Greater Accra Regional Hospital
04.2018 - 06.2021
- Provided direct care to patients in life-threatening situations, and ensured documentation was thorough and up-to-date
- Ensured proper placement and functioning of catheters, leads, and tubing, Peripheral IVs
- Served as the primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care, helping the ICU decrease mortality rates
- Assessed plans and evaluated patients under physician orders
- Acted as a patient advocate by giving age and culturally appropriate care
- Assisted in invasive procedures such us intubation, setting up for central line insertion and Arterial line insertion
- Was part of the code team
- Administered and monitored medications given to patients.
General Medical Surgical and outpatient unit - Registered Nurse (staff nurse)
Madina Polyclinic
04.2014 - 03.2018
- Administered primary care and assessments to patients with wide range of medical conditions
- Educated patients per day on preventive measures and condition related topics
- Worked closely with Doctors to provide plan-of-care for patients to ensure mental and physical well-being
- Assessed patient vitals, and referred appropriately
- Administered medications and treatments appropriately
- Mentored new grads
- Performed Charge role duties
- Ensured proper documentation on all patients
- Was part of the peer review team for the facility
- Was part of the emergency team to address all emergencies
- Ensured proper stocking and maintenance of all emergency medications needed in the unit.
Rotated Units - Registered Nurse (nurse intern)
37 Military Hospital
01.2013 - 04.2014
- Rotated Units, within the hospital, in the Medical Unit, Surgical Unit, Emergency Room, Pediatric Unit and Orthopedic Unit
- The rotation of units is to maximize exposure.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 05.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing- BSN - undefined
University of Ghana-Legon
02.2016 - 05.2019
Diploma in Nursing - undefined
Korle-Bu Nursing and Midwifery Training College
10.2009 - 05.2012
Skills
Preceptorship
Being on CODE team
Electronic Charting
Multitasking Abilities
Condition Assessment
Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
Specimen Collection
Self Motivation
IV setup
Reliability
Continuous Improvement
Adaptability and Flexibility
HIPAA Education
Issue Assessment and Monitoring
Interpersonal Skills
Medication Administration
Time management abilities
Advanced Life Support
Ethical Practice
Patient Monitoring
Certification
Progressive Critical Care Nurse-certified, 12/2022, 11/2025
Equipment Used
- 12 Lead ECG
- De – Fibrillator Machine
- Cardiac Monitors (GE)
- Ventilators( GE)
- Glucometer
- Pacemaker Machine
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
- Ambu Bag
- Nebulizer machine
- Feeding Pumps (Kangaroo pump)
- Doppler
- Alaris infusion and syringe pump
- Vacuum Seal Machine
- Suction apparatus
- NXTSTAGE Machine for SHIFT
- Bair Hugger
- Incentive Spirometer
- Blanket Warmers
Cases Cared For
- Ventilated Patients Head injury
- Acute respiratory distress and failure
- Guillain-Barre syndrome
- Myocardial infraction
- Burns
- Renal failure
- Clipping of cerebral aneurysm
- Multiple organ failure
- Post Angiogram
- Mitral valve repair
- Coronary artery by-pass
- Cerebral vascular disease
- Tamponade
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- Congestive heart failure/cardiomyopathy
- Pericarditis
- Endocarditis
- Pulmonary edema
- Recurrent/malignant arrhythmias
- Pleural and pericardial effusions
- Shock
- Hypertensive crisis
- Temporal and permanent pacemakers
- Vascular disease
- Coronary artery disease
- Renal transplant
- Sepsis
- Stroke
- Acute Kidney Injury
- Sickle cell Anemia and crises
- Seizure disorder
- GERD
- Post cardiac arrest
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Hypertension and hypertensive crises
- Covid-19
- Electrolyte Imbalance
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Bowel Resection and colostomy
- COPD
References
Dr. Caitlin Hufeisen Reed, DNP, MSN-Ed, BS, RN-CCRN, CNE, Assistant Professor of Nursing, 540-674-3600 ext 4309
Software
Timeline
Master of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
05.2022 - 05.2024
RN, ICU Level II
Avant Healthcare Professionals
07.2021 - Current
Intensive Care Unit - Registered Nurse (Senior staff nurse)
Greater Accra Regional Hospital
04.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing- BSN - undefined
University of Ghana-Legon
02.2016 - 05.2019
General Medical Surgical and outpatient unit - Registered Nurse (staff nurse)
Madina Polyclinic
04.2014 - 03.2018
Rotated Units - Registered Nurse (nurse intern)
37 Military Hospital
01.2013 - 04.2014
Diploma in Nursing - undefined
Korle-Bu Nursing and Midwifery Training College
10.2009 - 05.2012