Ryen Butler

-Performed comprehensive assessments of patients, identifying physical psychological symptoms, and developed personalized care plans.

-Collaborate with patient's current healthcare providers to ensure the patients unique needs are met.

-Symptom management to include addressing pain, nausea, breathlessness, and other other symptoms in patients with life limiting illnesses.

-Prescribe opioid and non-opioid medications, recommend non-pharmacological interventions, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed to improve symptom control.

-Counsel patients and their families, helping the to navigate difficult decisions, set realistic goals, and cope with the emotional challenges that accompany serious illnesses.

-Assist patients and families in making decisions about their care preferences, including issues related to resuscitation, life support, and organ donation.

-Complete ACP documents to include Durable DNR, POLST forms and Advance Directives.

• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
• Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
• Improved pain management for critically ill patients by assessing pain levels, recommending appropriate interventions, and monitoring effectiveness of chosen treatments.
• Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices related to ICU nursing care management strategies.
• 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.
• Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs to inform targeted interventions and support holistic care approaches.
• Administered medications accurately according to physician orders while closely monitoring for potential adverse reactions or interactions.
• Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
• Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.

• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
• Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
• Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU by adhering to established protocols, reporting potential hazards, and participating in regular safety drills.
• Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices related to ICU nursing care management strategies.
• 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.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and coordinate appropriate treatment interventions.
• Administered medications accurately according to physician orders while closely monitoring for potential adverse reactions or interactions.
• Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
• Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
• Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
• Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.

• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
• Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU by adhering to established protocols, reporting potential hazards, and participating in regular safety drills.
• Improved pain management for critically ill patients by assessing pain levels, recommending appropriate interventions, and monitoring effectiveness of chosen treatments.
• Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices related to ICU nursing care management strategies.
• 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.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through active participation in unit-based committees focused on advancing nursing practice standards and optimizing patient outcomes.
• Optimized resource utilization within the ICU by coordinating staff assignments and efficiently managing workload distribution.
• Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs to inform targeted interventions and support holistic care approaches.
• Reduced hospital readmission rates for critical patients through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
• Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
• 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.
• Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
• Contributed to efficient care coordination by collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other support staff to ensure timely patient discharges and smooth transitions between care settings.
• Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices related to ICU nursing care management strategies.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through active participation in unit-based committees focused on advancing nursing practice standards and optimizing patient outcomes.
• 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.
• Administered medications accurately according to physician orders while closely monitoring for potential adverse reactions or interactions.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes while reducing costs associated with ICU care delivery.
• Reduced hospital readmission rates for critical patients through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
• Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
• Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
• Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
• Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
• Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.

• Promoted teamwork by assisting fellow nurses in managing their caseloads during busy periods, ensuring all patients received timely care and attention.
• Assisted physicians in evaluating the effectiveness of prescribed treatment plans based on continuous monitoring of patients'' conditions and feedback from other healthcare professionals involved in their care.
• Streamlined communication between team members by participating in regular meetings to discuss patient progress and challenges faced in the treatment process.
• Educated patients on managing their condition through proper diet, medication management, and lifestyle modifications.
• Developed strong rapport with patients'' families by providing relevant information about their loved one''s health status and offering emotional support when needed.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development by attending educational workshops, conferences, and other learning opportunities related to nephrology nursing practice.
• Optimized workflow efficiency by coordinating schedules for patients receiving ongoing dialysis treatments.
• Reduced complications by carefully assessing patients'' pre-dialysis conditions and making necessary adjustments to the treatment plan.
• Ensured safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
• Evaluated laboratory results, such as blood chemistry and electrolyte levels, to monitor patients'' response to dialysis treatments and report any significant findings to the healthcare team.