Summer Cross
Seminole,FL
Quote
Never let yesterday use up too much of today.
Will Rogers
Summary
Cardiovascular nursing professional, committed to high standards and achieving results. Background includes delivering critical care in high-pressure environments and implementing life-saving interventions. Known for reliability, adaptability, and teamwork. Proficient in advanced cardiovascular procedures and patient-centered care. Utilizes advanced nursing skills and collaborative approaches for effective treatment.
Education
Master of Science - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09-2020
Skills
- Hemodynamic monitoring and invasive line management
- ECG interpretation
- Clinical judgment
- Problem-solving abilities
- Advanced cardiac life support and Basic life support
- Vasoactive medication administration and sedation management
- Ventilator management
- Teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Task prioritization
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified (AGACNP-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Work History
Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse
St. Joesph's Hospital
10.2021 - Current
- Mentored new nursing staff
- Conducted thorough physical assessments of newly admitted patients to establish baseline data for subsequent evaluations throughout their stay in the unit.
- Delivered compassionate emotional support for patients and their families during challenging times related to illness or end-of-life situations.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Demonstrated expertise in various cardiac procedures such as EKG interpretation, defibrillation, cardioversion, and administration of emergency medications.
- Provided post-operative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients, focusing on pain management and early ambulation.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, intubations, central line insertions and chest tube placements, ensuring safe and efficient completion.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Demonstrated competency in the administration of various cardiac medications such as antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, vasopressors, and inotropes for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Participated in code blue situations as an integral member of the resuscitation team, applying advanced life-saving techniques under high-stress scenarios.
- Utilized advanced technical skills to operate life-supporting equipment such as ventilators, intra-aortic balloon pumps, Impellas, LVADs, RVADs and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation machines.
- Evaluated hemodynamic parameters using invasive monitoring tools such as arterial lines and pulmonary artery catheters to guide therapy decisions appropriately
- Delivered high-quality patient care, managing critical cases such as heart failure, myocardial infarctions, and post-operative recovery.
Charge Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
Largo Medical Center
03.2016 - 06.2023
- Evaluated hemodynamic parameters using invasive monitoring tools such as arterial lines and pulmonary artery catheters to guide therapy decisions appropriately.
- Demonstrated competency in the administration of various cardiac medications such as antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, vasopressors, and inotropes for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Participated in code blue situations as an integral member of the resuscitation team, applying advanced life-saving techniques under high-stress scenarios.
- Delivered high-quality patient care, managing critical cases such as heart failure, myocardial infarctions, and post-operative recovery.
- Utilized advanced technical skills to operate life-supporting equipment such as ventilators, intra-aortic balloon pumps, Impellas, LVADs, RVADs and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation machines.
- Performed pre-operative care to heart transplant patients as well as recovered them from the operating room
- Demonstrated expertise in various cardiac procedures such as EKG interpretation, defibrillation, cardioversion, and administration of emergency medications.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Mentored new nursing staff
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Managed staffing assignments for each shift based on patient acuity levels, ensuring adequate coverage for all areas of the ICU.
- Participated in regular rounds with interdisciplinary team members to discuss ongoing plans of care tailored specifically towards patients'' evolving needs.
- Served as an advocate for patients throughout their transplant journey, addressing concerns and providing support as needed.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, intubations, central line insertions and chest tube placements, ensuring safe and efficient completion.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
Medical Assistant
After Hours Pediatrics
05.2014 - 06.2016
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Assisted doctors with exams and procedures, ensuring optimal patient comfort and care.
- Administered vaccinations and medications for timely delivery of essential treatments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Provided acute care services for urgent issues such as infections or injuries while maintaining a compassionate bedside manner.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsPaid time offLanguages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse
St. Joesph's Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Charge Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
Largo Medical Center
03.2016 - 06.2023
Medical Assistant
After Hours Pediatrics
05.2014 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
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