Selest Adams
Registered Nurse
King,NC
Summary
Cardiac ICU Nurse with over 13 years of experience and 6 years of critical care experience supporting patient care excellence. CCRN certified. Collaborates with doctors, nurses and administrators to expedite patient care in fast-paced healthcare platforms. High-energy, adaptable RN with background in behavioral health, trauma, and intensive care, applying best practices and complying with complex health and safety regulations. Looking forward to challenging new roles for developmental growth
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Rapid Response Nurse, CICU
Forsyth Medical Center
Winston-Salem , NC
01.2021 - Current
- Provided direct patient care by stabilizing 2-3 patients and determined next course of action.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, CRRT, Impella, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Assisted with central venous access insertions and performed intraosseous access in emergent situations.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
- Equipped cath lab with necessary tools as preparation for potential AMIs and acted as resource during cardiac cath procedure.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
RN, ICU
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
Elkin , NC
08.2016 - 01.2021
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Organized and managed care of 2-3 patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Maintained quality of care for patient's with broad range of diagnoses ranging from sepsis, renal failure, diabetic ketoacidosis, pulmonary embolism, myocardial infarction, pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome, congested heart failure, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
- Managed all facets of telemetry, including arterial line and CVP monitoring, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, and chest tube management.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
RN, Trauma Floor
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
Winston-Salem , NC
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Collaborated with patient, family and healthcare team in open discussion to identify mutual goals based on nursing assessment and nursing diagnosis.
- Observed patient condition and notified physician of patient reaction to drugs, treatments and significant incidents.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care, and catheter insertion.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases, and injuries.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Managed up to 6 patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
Mount Airy , NC
05.2011 - 07.2015
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care up to 30 patients per day
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, and discharges.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Novant Health Medical Float Pool
Winston-Salem , NC
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Responded to staffing needs of over 20 Novant Health medical offices and provided excellent patient care.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Assisted physicians with minor procedures and lab collection during diagnostic processes
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vital signs, and updating patient files while using Epic.
Behavioral Health Staff Nurse
Forsyth Medical Center
Winston-Salem , NC
01.2012 - 02.2013
- Completed pre-admission screenings and physical and mental health assessments for psychiatric patients.
- Administered medications to up to 15 patients and assessed side effects, successes and failures of new medications.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Partnered with social workers, counselors and doctors to develop plans of care.
- Assisted in calming patients using recognized best practice techniques with help from assistants and guards.
- Conducted surveillance of patients to note behavioral changes and relayed information to charting systems.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Staff LPN
Village Care Of King
King , NC
09.2010 - 05.2011
- Performed routine evaluations of over 60 patients and monitored each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Staff LPN
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
Galax , VA
08.2009 - 10.2010
- Documented accurate and complete patient information of over 30 patients to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
CNA
Trinity Mission Health & Rehab
Hillsville , VA
01.2009 - 08.2009
- Answered call lights of 30 patients and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Surry Community College
Dobson, NC05.2015
Licensure of Practical Nursing - Nursing
Wytheville Community College
Wytheville, VA05.2009
Advanced High School Diploma -
Carroll County High School
Hillsville, VA05.2008
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance
Wytheville Community College
Wytheville, VA05.2007
Skills
- Patient Care Assessment
- Accurate Documentation and Familiarity with Epic Systems
- Delegation and Motivation
- Medication and IV Administration
- Wound Care
- Airway Management and Ventilator Care
- Management of Arterial Lines, CVP, and PA catheter readings
- Management of CRRT, Impella, and Balloon Pump Devices
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) and Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS) certified
- Member of American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) with CCRN certification
- Member of Society for Vascular Nursing (SVN)
Timeline
RN, Rapid Response Nurse, CICU
Forsyth Medical Center
01.2021 - Current
RN, ICU
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
08.2016 - 01.2021
RN, Trauma Floor
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
07.2015 - 08.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Novant Health Medical Float Pool
06.2014 - 06.2015
Behavioral Health Staff Nurse
Forsyth Medical Center
01.2012 - 02.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
05.2011 - 07.2015
Staff LPN
Village Care Of King
09.2010 - 05.2011
Staff LPN
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
08.2009 - 10.2010
CNA
Trinity Mission Health & Rehab
01.2009 - 08.2009
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Surry Community College
Licensure of Practical Nursing - Nursing
Wytheville Community College
Advanced High School Diploma -
Carroll County High School
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance
Wytheville Community College
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