SAWANNA MALBRO
HOUSTON,TX
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse (RN) with ten plus years of experience in Med/Surg, IMCU, ICU, and PACU nursing. Strong skills developed in assessment, treatment and evaluation of the acute critically ill patient. Reliable, ethical healthcare provider with ability to stay calm and intervene during crises, to facilitate groups, and to collaborate on multidisciplinary teams. Proven ability to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians and other medical professionals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest
08.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse patient populations and complex cases, showcasing versatility as a Travel Registered Nurse in the ICU setting.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in rapidly changing situations, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Charge Nurse, PACU
Memorial Hermann Rockets Orthopedic Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Monitored patient vital statuses by observing function of autonomic body activity
- Relayed important care information to prioritize compliance with healthy post-procedure practices
- Comforted patients' loved ones by delivering clear updates on conditions
- Observed patients carefully for signs of agitation following procedure
- Assessed patients' consciousness levels to determine recovery status
- Identified anesthesia side effects to address accordingly
- Collaborated with surgery team for anticipating possibility of complications
- Provided patients with post-operative accommodations by administering medications and assessing pain and nausea levels
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
- Assessed patient's physical and psychosocial status to determine readiness for discharge
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications postsurgery.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Travel Registered Nurse, PACU
HCA Clear Lake Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to fluctuating caseloads while maintaining exceptional standards of quality care delivery throughout multiple assignments across diverse facilities.
- Ensured regulatory compliance within the Post-Op Unit by adhering to hospital policies and procedures as well as state/federal guidelines for nursing practice.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit through vigilant observation, reporting any hazards or incidents that could impact patient well-being or staff performance.
- Streamlined patient discharge process, providing thorough education on post-op care and follow-up appointments.
- Reduced complications by administering medications accurately and timely according to physician orders.
CRISIS NURSE
HCA Houston Northwest Medical Center
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Responded rapidly to critical care codes
- Managed needs of critically ill patients with coordinated treatment strategies
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery
- Completed diagnostic tests and patient assessments in a timely manner to evaluate progress
COVID 19 CRISIS NURSE
Christus St Michaels
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed needs of critically ill patients with coordinated strategies with interdisciplinary team
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery
- Completed diagnostic tests and patient assessments in a timely manner to evaluate progress
NURSE, HealthTrust Workforce Solutions, Travel RN
HCA Houston Northwest Medical Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Responded rapidly to critical care codes
- Managed needs of critically ill patients with coordinated treatment strategies
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery
- Completed diagnostic tests and patient assessments in a timely manner to evaluate progress
NURSE, Angel Staffing, Travel RN
HCA Houston Northwest Medical Center
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Responded rapidly to critical care codes
- Managed needs of critically ill patients with coordinated treatment strategies
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery
- Completed diagnostic tests and patient assessments in a timely manner to evaluate progress
NURSE
Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Worked with intubated and trach dependent ventilated patients
- Delivered outstanding patient care in COVID critical care units
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements
- Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures
NURSE
Ben Taub General Hospital
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Worked closely with physicians and residents in providing care and treatment for critically ill patients
- Respond and participate in code blues and life saving measures
- Worked with intubated and trach dependent ventilated patients
- Delivered quality care to COVID positive patients
- Participated in daily multi-disciplinary rounds
CHARGE NURSE ICU/CLINICAL COORDINATOR
Memorial Hermann Northeast
03.2014 - 07.2020
- Responsible for making safe staffing assignments
- Delegating tasks to capable staff members
- Participating in multi-disciplinary rounds
- Providing feedback to impact patient's quality of care and decreasing length of stays
- Assisted as a resource for at least eight nurses at any given time
- Aided in process improvement committees to improve quality metrics within the ICU
- Participated as a coach and mentor for the participants in the Nurse Residency Program
HOUSE SUPERVISOR
Kindred Hospital Tomball
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Oversee the hospital staff to ensure quality care and compliance with policies and regulations
- Provide professional guidance for nursing personnel manage disciplinary issues, prepare administrative reports, and review staffing needs
- Assesses patient needs; participates in providing nursing care; ensures services are carried out and documented appropriately
- Maintains supply inventory records; order supplies and equipment, as necessary
- Providing feedback to impact patient's quality of care and decreasing length of stays
- Assigns duties and coordinates nursing services
CHARGE NURSE
Memorial Hermann Northeast
12.2011 - 03.2014
- Responsibilities include serving as a charge nurse in IMCU
- Active participant of the code team
- Assessing patients on a more frequent basis
- Collaborating with physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to provide patients with optimal care and proper disposition
NURSE
Doctors Hospital Tidwell
08.2009 - 01.2013
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and teach the critically ill patient population
- Actively participated in development and implementation of individual treatment plans for patients with a broad range of medical health issues
- Ensured that doctors' orders were effectively carried out, including testing, medical procedures, and consultations
Education
BSN -
University of Texas at Arlington
12.2018
AAS IN NURSING -
Houston Community College
Houston, TX05.2009
Skills
- Team player
- Communication skills
- Medication administration
- Quality patient care
- Process improvement
- Supervision
- Leadership
- Crisis intervention
- Patient management
- Precepting
- Medication side effect knowledge
- Anesthesia recovery
- Patient recovery assessments
- Patient education
- Central Line Management
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Airway Management
- Critical Care Nursing
Certification
- Registered Nurse, #772087, TX
- Registered Nurse, #95251062, CA
- CCRN
- ACLS/BLS/PALS
Personal Information
Title: Nurse Manager
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest
08.2024 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, PACU
HCA Clear Lake Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
Charge Nurse, PACU
Memorial Hermann Rockets Orthopedic Hospital
08.2022 - Current
CRISIS NURSE
HCA Houston Northwest Medical Center
01.2022 - 07.2022
COVID 19 CRISIS NURSE
Christus St Michaels
08.2021 - 10.2021
NURSE, HealthTrust Workforce Solutions, Travel RN
HCA Houston Northwest Medical Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
NURSE, Angel Staffing, Travel RN
HCA Houston Northwest Medical Center
08.2020 - 05.2021
NURSE
Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville
07.2020 - 08.2020
NURSE
Ben Taub General Hospital
03.2020 - 07.2020
HOUSE SUPERVISOR
Kindred Hospital Tomball
04.2019 - 03.2020
CHARGE NURSE ICU/CLINICAL COORDINATOR
Memorial Hermann Northeast
03.2014 - 07.2020
CHARGE NURSE
Memorial Hermann Northeast
12.2011 - 03.2014
NURSE
Doctors Hospital Tidwell
08.2009 - 01.2013
AAS IN NURSING -
Houston Community College
- Registered Nurse, #772087, TX
- Registered Nurse, #95251062, CA
- CCRN
- ACLS/BLS/PALS
BSN -
University of Texas at Arlington
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