Tahlia Settles
Summary
Professionally trained registered nurse with experience in pre/postoperative care while ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a variety of patients with diverse needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE
NORTHSHORE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
09.2016 - Current
- Vascular access resource staff member on unit
- Serve as charge nurse in absence of manager on a 40 bed Med-surgical unit, including staffing, troubleshooting, delegation of tasks and handling emergent medical issues
- Perform complete ongoing psychosocial/physiologic health assessment on patients including all organ systems
- Proven ability to manage post-operative pain by administering pain medication and assisting patients to recover from the effects of anesthesia
- Proficient at handling PCA/PCEA pumps to ensure patient comfort
- Complete pre-procedural screening and communicate pre-op and post-op instructions
- Formulating plan of cares to ensure desired patient outcomes
- Implementing the plan of care through correctly administering prescribed medication and treatments, act rapidly & effectively during emergencies, engage in discharge planning as well as provide patients & their family discharge instructions
- Facilitated early ambulation for post-operative patients after admission from PACU
- Experience in drain monitoring, foley insertion/removal, ostomy care, bladder scans, pulse oximetry and analgesia pumps
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team including physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nursing assistants, nurse managers and case managers to ensure a positive and well-rounded patient outcome.
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Northshore University Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Managed ventilator care for critically ill patients, ensuring optimal settings to maintain adequate oxygenation levels while minimizing risk of barotrauma or lung injury.
- Cared for pre/post liver transplant patients with diligent monitoring to ensure the best patient outcomes.
- Identified early signs of potential complications by conducting regular assessments and initiating appropriate interventions as needed.
- Assisted surgeons during bedside procedures such as central line insertions or tracheostomies, ensuring proper set-up and maintenance of aseptic technique.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and adherence to infection control protocols.
- Prevented pressure ulcers in immobile patients through regular repositioning, vigilant skin assessment, and utilization of specialized support surfaces when necessary.
- Managed complex medication regimens by administering intravenous medications, titrating drips based on clinical parameters, and monitoring for potential side effects or interactions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from the ICU to lower acuity units by ensuring effective communication among healthcare providers during handoffs.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' needs by collaborating with physicians to modify treatment plans based on evolving clinical conditions or preferences expressed by family members.
- Reduced recovery time for surgical ICU patients by providing comprehensive post-operative care, including pain management and wound care.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during critical situations, fostering trust and open communication throughout their ICU stay.
Education
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE -
ADELPHI UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NURSING
05.2016
Skills
- Postoperative Monitoring/Pain Management
- Reliable and Responsible
- Intravenous insertion/placement
- Analgesia/epidural pumps infusions
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- BLS
- ACLS
Certification
REGISTERED NURSE
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Northshore University Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2023
REGISTERED NURSE
NORTHSHORE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
09.2016 - Current
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE -
ADELPHI UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NURSING
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