Dedicated Registered Nurse providing exceptional care to a diverse range of critical care patients. Recognized for an energetic and motivated approach, prioritizing patient satisfaction and well-being. Strong communication skills and a compassionate demeanor foster positive patient relationships and enhance overall care quality. Committed to supporting the mission of an innovative hospital system through excellence in nursing practice.
Provide hospital-wide support to staff across all units, addressing a wide range of clinical needs. Specialized in ultrasound-guided IV insertions, with additional expertise in tasks such as NG tube placement, port a cath management, PO chemo administration, and assisting with complex procedures. Actively respond to all Rapid Response situations and Codes called. Provide hands-on assistance with patient transports, unit upgrades, and daily rounding. Serve as a dependable resource for troubleshooting and high acuity support in urgent or challenging situations.
As a Charge Nurse on a 36-bed Intermediate Medical Unit (IMU), I provided clinical leadership during day shifts, overseeing daily operations and supporting a multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality patient care. My responsibilities included delegating nursing assignments, coordinating admissions and discharges, assisting bedside nurses, conducting patient rounding, and managing the night shift schedule. I consistently collaborated with unit management to optimize workflow and staffing while maintaining a calm, fair, and balanced approach during high-pressure situations. This role required strong multitasking, communication, and problem-solving skills, especially when managing a diverse and complex patient population, including post-surgical patients, cardiac cases requiring drips, respiratory support (BiPAP, Vapotherm), trauma cases, and COVID-19 patients. Throughout my time in this role, I developed and maintained strong, collaborative relationships with both colleagues and leadership.
Began my nursing career on a 16-bed Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU), providing care to a diverse patient population with varying acuity levels and complex medical conditions. Gained experience in managing critical care patients, monitoring cardiac telemetry, and administering cardiac drips. Promoted to Charge Nurse while maintaining a full patient assignment, demonstrating strong leadership and time management skills. Also served as a preceptor for new nurses, supporting their clinical development and integration into the unit.