Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Care for open hearts surgical patients.
Manage IABP/Impella patients
Assist with Ecmo patients
Assist with vent weaning
Staff RN CCU
CHRISTUS Spohn Memorial Hospital
06.1992 - 02.2012
Charge nurse
Preceptor
Care for variety of critical care patients on multiple drips.