Susan Paschall

• 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.
• Coordinated timely responses to rapid response calls within the hospital facility leading to quicker intervention strategies for deteriorating patients.
• Mentored new ICU nurses, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance their professional growth and development.
• Enhanced patient care with critical thinking and swift decision-making during emergencies.
• Acted as mentor to new nurses, improving overall unit competency and patient care standards.

Travel position at Baylor Scott and White

• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
• Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
• Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU by adhering to established protocols, reporting potential hazards, and participating in regular safety drills.