Scott Ruf BSN RN
Omaha,NE
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with five years of experience in delivering comprehensive patient care. Advanced skill working with diverse and complex patient populations within cardiac, surgical, and medical intensive care units. Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopy RN
CHI Lakeside Hospital
Omaha, Nebraska
12.2023 - Current
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Performed venipuncture procedures for access to veins for IV therapy.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
Omaha, NE
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Educated patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology.
- Used fluoroscopy and contrast dye to identify narrowing or blockages affecting cardiac function.
- Tracked oxygenation, capnography, blood pressure and heart rate while administering IV sedatives during procedures.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Chandler Regional Medical Center
Chandler, AZ
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Collected and labeled specimens to prepare for delivery to laboratory.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend
Springfield, OR
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Performed therapeutic nursing care interventions for patients with neurosurgical and neurological injuries.
- Assessed patients for delirium risk factors, managing pain, sedation and agitation.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Nebraska Medicine
Omaha, NE
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tube management.
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses. such as, but not limited to CAD, Cardiogenic Shock, Septic Shock, ARDS, and CHF, among others.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Oncology Unit
CHI Health Lakeside Hospital
Omaha, NE
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients on a 26-bed medical-surgical unit with an emphasis on oncology, urology and gastrointestinal post-operative patients, among others.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (Accelerated Program)
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University Of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE12.2015
Skills
- IV gtt therapy management
- Vascular care understanding
- Experience with the EMR systems of EPIC and Cerner
- Emergency response readiness
- IV insertion and management
- Gastrointestinal anatomy
- Patient education and counseling
- Advanced endoscopy techniques
- Endoscopic equipment operation
- Team collaboration
- Biopsy specimen handling
- Adaptable to change
- Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
- Actively licensed Registered Nurse in the state of NE.
- BLS Provider Certification (AHA).
- ACLS Provider Certification (AHA).
- TNCC Provider Certification (ENA).
Timeline
Endoscopy RN
CHI Lakeside Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
04.2023 - 12.2023
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Chandler Regional Medical Center
11.2022 - 01.2023
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend
08.2022 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Nebraska Medicine
04.2021 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Oncology Unit
CHI Health Lakeside Hospital
02.2020 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (Accelerated Program)
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University Of Nebraska At Omaha