Suzanne Oliveira
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse experienced in medication administration, patient assessments, and critical care. Advocated for patient needs and enhanced health outcomes through education and collaborative care, effectively managing a patient load of 900 veterans to ensure timely access to providers and address concerns through various communication channels.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Veterans Adinistration
Palm Bay, FL
09.2022 - 11.2025
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for veterans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and available resources within the VA system.
- Advocated for veterans' needs, ensuring access to appropriate healthcare services and support programs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Medical Respiratory ICU RN
Veterans Hospital
Orlando, FL
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Administered critical care interventions for patients with respiratory failure in ICU setting.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient responses to treatment protocols consistently.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory management techniques and discharge planning.
- Assisted physicians in performing advanced procedures such as bronchoscopy, tracheostomy, and intubation for critically ill patients.
- Enhanced patient safety by accurately administering medication and promptly reporting adverse reactions.
- Reduced complications for critically ill patients through timely interventions and adherence to best practices.
- Prevented ventilator-associated pneumonia through diligent oral hygiene and proper positioning of patients on mechanical ventilation.
- Demonstrated proficiency in managing complex ventilator settings tailored to individual patient needs, resulting in improved clinical outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and evaluations regarding each patient''s respiratory status throughout their ICU stay.
- Served as a preceptor for new hires and nursing students, sharing expertise in respiratory care management in the ICU setting.
- Educated family members on strategies to support their loved ones'' respiratory health during the recovery process.
- Optimized weaning protocols, transitioning patients off mechanical ventilation successfully and reducing hospital stay durations.
- Stayed current on industry trends and advancements by attending professional development workshops, conferences, and continuous education programs related to respiratory care in the ICU setting.
- Actively participated in ICU rounds, offering valuable insights into patient cases from a respiratory perspective.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for patients with terminal respiratory conditions, ensuring their comfort and dignity during the dying process.
Critical Care ICU Registered Nurse Lead
Advent Health Kissimmee
Kissimmee, FL
04.2013 - 12.2018
- Developed and standardized protocols for patient assessment and treatment plans in ICU settings.
- Upheld strict infection control measures reducing risk of healthcare-associated infections among vulnerable ICU patient population.
- Collaborated with families to provide education on patient conditions, treatment options, and at-home care strategies for optimal recovery postdischarge.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, providing guidance and support to facilitate their transition into the ICU environment.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Led critical care team in implementing best practices for patient safety and quality of care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing clinical skills.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients and their families, ensuring comfort, dignity, and respect during the dying process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all aspects of patient care, ensuring timely communication with other healthcare providers and adherence to legal requirements.
- Demonstrated strong leadership qualities by serving as a charge nurse responsible for coordinating unit operations during assigned shifts effectively managing staffing needs based on census fluctuations.
- Reduced ICU patient readmission rates through comprehensive discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Utilized advanced technical skills to safely operate complex medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors, IV pumps, and more during life-saving interventions.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary rounds sharing valuable insights from nursing perspectives that contributed toward holistic patient care planning.
- Maintained compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards while delivering exceptional patient-centered care in the ICU setting.
- Managed high-pressure situations effectively, utilizing critical thinking skills to make informed decisions in emergency scenarios.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI06-1997
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Medication administration
- Patient evaluation
- Patient evaluation
- Clinical judgment
- Patient assessments
- Physical assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- IV management
- Patient education and counseling
- Bedside manner
- Compassion and empathy
- Cardiac monitoring
- Critical care
- Critical care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Veterans Adinistration
09.2022 - 11.2025
Medical Respiratory ICU RN
Veterans Hospital
01.2019 - 08.2022
Critical Care ICU Registered Nurse Lead
Advent Health Kissimmee
04.2013 - 12.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island