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Sophia Scalia

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented RN specialized in the CVICU, known for adaptability, high productivity, and efficiency in the completion of critical tasks. Skilled in patient monitoring, problem-solving, and post-operative care. Excel at communication and teamwork to meet the demanding needs of critical care environments with hopes to bring my personality and skills to advance my knowledge in critical care.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse CVICU

Baptist Health Medical Center
Jacksonville, FL
06.2023 - Current
  • 16-bed CVICU and 8-bed CV PACU that service post-op patients for the CVOR, EP labs, and structural heart hybrid rooms.
  • Provide bedside care to critically-ill post-op CABG, open-heart, vascular, and thoracic patients in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit.
  • Trained in recovering post-operative open-heart patients immediately after CABG, valve, and Bentall surgeries.
  • Proficient in caring for patients with Impella assist devices, IABP, and CRRT (NexStage).
  • Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions, and lifestyle modifications for better cardiac outcomes.
  • Supervised cardiac monitors, ventilators, and oxygen delivery devices.
  • Provided emotional support and reassurance to family members during critical illness and end-of-life situations.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities with interdisciplinary team members.
  • Conducted daily rounds with attending physicians, pharmacists, and nurse leaders to discuss patient treatment plans.

Unit Council Co-Chair

Baptist Medical Center
Jacksonville, FL
10.2024 - Current
  • Worked under Unit Council chair to facilitate meetings for staff to advance workplace efficiency and standards.
  • Attended shared governance meetings and retreats.
  • Created annual goals to improve hospital and in-unit compliance with the PAR system, HAPI/CLABSI/CAUTI prevention, and workplace violence escalation techniques.
  • Planned events to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace among interdisciplinary staff members.

Patient Care Assistant

Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
Tallahassee, FL
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Aided patients on a Neurology/Neurosurgery PCU with in-hospital care
  • Monitored vital signs, blood sugars, assisted with phlebotomy orders, and documented patient care

CNA

Consulate Health Care
Tallahassee, FL
09.2020 - 02.2021
  • Assisted residents on a short and long-term rehabilitation unit with toileting, self-care, and ADL'S

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
05-2023

High School Diploma -

Marjory Stoneman Douglas
Parkland, FL
05-2019

Skills

  • Critical care management and post-operative care
  • Ventilator management
  • Orienting new graduate, experienced, and flex team RNs
  • Communication skills and interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Compassionate care and family advocacy

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, Florida (06/23- present)
  • ACLS (06/25- present)
  • BLS (06/21- present)

Timeline

Unit Council Co-Chair

Baptist Medical Center
10.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse CVICU

Baptist Health Medical Center
06.2023 - Current

Patient Care Assistant

Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022

CNA

Consulate Health Care
09.2020 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Florida State University

High School Diploma -

Marjory Stoneman Douglas

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