Tanya Mulligan
Fallbrook,CA
Summary
Adept Cardiac ICU Nurse with a proven track record at Providence Mission Viejo Hospital, showcasing expertise in advanced cardiac life support and a commitment to compassionate care. Excelled in interdisciplinary collaboration and telemetry monitoring, significantly enhancing patient recovery rates. Renowned for mastering intravenous therapy and leading by example in high-stakes environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac ICU Nurse
Providence Mission Viejo Hospital
Mission Viejo, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient vital signs to ensure optimal cardiac health.
- Provided patient education on lifestyle modifications to reduce risk factors for cardiovascular disease.
- Conducted frequent physical assessments of patients in the Cardiac ICU and communicated changes to physicians.
- Administered medications, fluids and electrolytes according to physician orders.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on patient assessment data and physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans for cardiac patients.
- Monitored electrocardiograms for arrhythmias or other cardiac abnormalities.
- Instructed patients and family members regarding post-operative care instructions, wound care and medications.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrests or respiratory distress.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when providing care to cardiac patients.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary rounds with physicians, nurses, case managers and other healthcare professionals.
ICU Nurse
Temecula Valley Hospital
08.2018 - 10.2022
- Responsible for titrating drips, monitoring labs, and care of the critically ill patients
- Resource nurse for the ICU and start all difficult IV’s and ultrasound guided IV’s
Registered Nurse
Travcorps
Tampa, FL
07.2010 - 09.2012
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
ICU Nurse
Kindred Hospital
- Responsible for titrating drips, monitoring labs, admitting patients and assist with weaning patients off the ventilators
- Start all difficult IVs
GI Lab Nurse
Alvarado Hospital Medical Center
- Admit patients for procedures, pre and post-procedure teaching, obtain consents
- Provide moderate/conscience sedation during procedures, circulate during procedures
- Float to other departments as needed, including ER
- Start all difficult IV’s
Sharp Health Care, Kidney Transplant Center
- Responsible for managing all patients on the waiting list for a transplant
- Update and report necessary lab work and tests
- Communicate with dialysis centers regarding compliance and current conditions of patients on the transplant waiting list
Education
ADN Diploma -
Palomar College School of Nursing
BA - English
San Diego State University
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Ventilator management
- Compassionate care
- Telemetry monitoring
Certification
- BLS, Current
- ACLS, Current
- NIHSS, Current
References
References upon request
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cardiac ICU Nurse
Providence Mission Viejo Hospital
06.2023 - Current
ICU Nurse
Temecula Valley Hospital
08.2018 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse
Travcorps
07.2010 - 09.2012
ICU Nurse
Kindred Hospital
GI Lab Nurse
Alvarado Hospital Medical Center
Sharp Health Care, Kidney Transplant Center
- BLS, Current
- ACLS, Current
- NIHSS, Current
ADN Diploma -
Palomar College School of Nursing
BA - English
San Diego State University
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