SIMONE GRAMM
ROYAL PALM BEACH
Summary
Seasoned ICU Nurse with a proven track record at JFK Hospital, adept in ventilator management and providing end-of-life care. Demonstrates exceptional clinical judgment and compassionate family support, significantly improving patient outcomes. Skilled in both ethical practice and advanced cardiac life support, embodying adaptability and dependability in high-pressure environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Nurse
JFK Hospital
11.2023 - Current
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Facilitated smooth patient transfers between units by collaborating with other healthcare professionals, ensuring continuity of care throughout the hospital stay.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Adhered to strict safety guidelines when handling and disposing of biohazardous materials to maintain a safe environment in the ICU.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, family members, and patients on complex end-of-life decisions within the intensive care unit.
- Coordinated timely responses to rapid response calls within the hospital facility leading to quicker intervention strategies for deteriorating patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the ICU setting.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families while maintaining open lines of communication regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, reducing hospital-acquired infections in the ICU setting.
ICU Nurse
HCA JFK NORTH HOSPITAL
03.2021 - 11.2024
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Adhered to strict safety guidelines when handling and disposing of biohazardous materials to maintain a safe environment in the ICU.
- Coordinated timely responses to rapid response calls within the hospital facility leading to quicker intervention strategies for deteriorating patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the ICU setting.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families while maintaining open lines of communication regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
Scrub Technician
PALMS WEST HOSPITAL
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Enhanced patient care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities and staying informed on industry best practices.
- Enhanced surgical efficiency by maintaining a sterile environment and organizing surgical equipment for easy access.
- Reduced surgery time, ensuring quick instrument turnover through efficient organization and preparation.
- Streamlined workflow in the operating room by effectively prioritizing tasks during high-pressure situations.
- Upheld HIPAA regulations at all times when working with sensitive patient data related to medical histories or treatment plans.
Certified Nursing Assistant
JUPITER MEDICAL CENTER
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
CARE HOPE COLLEGE
10094 W INDIANTOWN RD, JUPITER 3347810-2019
Associate of Applied Science - SCRUB TECHNICIAN
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL04-2018
Skills
- End-of-life care
- Clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy
- Ethical practice
- Family support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Ventilator management
- Blood transfusion administration
- Patient advocacy
- Documentation and reporting
- Adaptable and flexible
- Honest and dependable
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Medication administration
- Family advocacy
- Pain management
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Procedure support
- Issue assessment and monitoring
- Problem-solving
- Nursing staff supervision
- Complex information interpretation
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
ICU Nurse
JFK Hospital
11.2023 - Current
ICU Nurse
HCA JFK NORTH HOSPITAL
03.2021 - 11.2024
Scrub Technician
PALMS WEST HOSPITAL
02.2020 - 02.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
JUPITER MEDICAL CENTER
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Associate of Science - Nursing
CARE HOPE COLLEGE
Associate of Applied Science - SCRUB TECHNICIAN
Palm Beach State College
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