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Susan Williams

Critical Care Nurse
Sacramento,CA

Summary

Hardworking and skilled Critical Care Nurse bringing proven skills in managing needs of patients with concerns such as Sepsis and Surgical patient. Supports patients continuously using clinical expertise and sound judgment. Effective in emergency situations and critical codes. Successful Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse with advanced abilities in patient assessment, treatment and monitoring. Manages small loads of critically ill patients and consistently delivers exceptional care. Proficient in diagnostic testing and medication administration. Knowledgeable Critical Care Registered Nurse with superior knowledge of ventilator, vasoactive medications, critical episode protocols and nursing skills and treatments needed to perform job, techniques and diagnostic procedures. Adept at providing immediate and individualized care. Proficient in computer charting with Cerner and have used Epic in past use with proven history of efficient and effective triage. Dynamic Critical Care Registered Nurse with 36 years of experience. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Dedicated to delivering best-in-class patient care and individualized plans for families and patients. Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 36 years of direct patient care experience. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of critical care treatments and planning long-term for patients. Successful at advocating patient needs and quick diagnoses. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level ICU staff nurse position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Dedicated Nursing professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Enthusiastic in patient care modalities and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of nursing skills and training in multiple critical care arenasa. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in high standards of pt care and education.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Critical Care Staff Registered Nurse

Dignity Health
Folsom, CA
02.2020 - Current
  • Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
  • Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
  • Managed needs of chronically ill and acute patients with well-coordinated treatment strategies.
  • Documented work in hospital system and updated patients' charts with orders and observations.
  • Assisted patients to maintain current understanding of conditions and presentations.
  • Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures.
  • Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
  • Personalized bedside care and interactions based on cultural backgrounds of different patients.
  • Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
  • Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
  • Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.

Critical Care Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse, ICU

UHS Healthcare
Las Vegas, NV
06.2006 - 03.2012
  • Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
  • Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
  • Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
  • Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
  • Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventive measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
  • Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
  • Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures.
  • Counseled patients and families on treatments, care options and discharge instructions.
  • Assisted patients to maintain current understanding of conditions and presentations.
  • Delivered top-notch care exceeding department, hospital and Joint Commission standards.

ICU/Staff Nurse, CVICU/Charge Nurse, ICU

Intermountain Healthcare
St George , UT
07.1986 - 07.2011
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
  • Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
  • Participated in [Type] departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve higher standard of patient care.
  • Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
  • Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
  • Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
  • Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
  • Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
  • Assessed [Type] equipment for safety and functionality and requested repair or replacement of non-conforming machines.
  • Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
  • Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
  • Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
  • Educated patients and caregivers of various available external resources to support wound management, disease management and medication administration.
  • Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing

Weber State University Outreach To Southern Utah
St George, UT
06.1986 - 05.1987

Nursing LPN Degree - Nursing

Mohave Community College
Kingman, AZ
08.1985 - 05.1986

Associate of Arts - Teacher Education

Mohave Community College
Kingman, AZ
08.1983 - 05.1985

Skills

[Specialization] ICU expert

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Timeline

Critical Care Staff Registered Nurse

Dignity Health
02.2020 - Current

Critical Care Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse, ICU

UHS Healthcare
06.2006 - 03.2012

ICU/Staff Nurse, CVICU/Charge Nurse, ICU

Intermountain Healthcare
07.1986 - 07.2011

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing

Weber State University Outreach To Southern Utah
06.1986 - 05.1987

Nursing LPN Degree - Nursing

Mohave Community College
08.1985 - 05.1986

Associate of Arts - Teacher Education

Mohave Community College
08.1983 - 05.1985
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