Facilitated communication between physicians, other healthcare professionals, patients and family members to ensure optimal care was provided.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans across all departments within the hospital setting.
Performed chart reviews to ensure accuracy of documentation for quality assurance purposes.
Coordinated staffing assignments for nursing staff in accordance with workload demands.
Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss strategies for managing complex cases.
Attended continuing education seminars and conferences to stay abreast of current developments in nursing practice.
Educated team members, patients and family members on care plans, medication regimes and protocols.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Identified potential areas for improvement within the departmental operations and processes.
Facilitated orientation, competencies, and skills validation processes for professionals.
Developed clinical staff with regular evaluations and annual feedback sessions.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse
Abrazo West Campus
Goodyear, AZ
10.2009 - 04.2016
Provided direct nursing care to patients post open heart, thoracic, abdominal, vascular, and ortho surgeries.
Advanced hemodynamic monitoring and vital signs interpretation using Swan-Ganz PA catheter.
Managing a variety of thoracic and abdominal drains.
Caring for patients on balloon pumps.
Managed patients with external pacemakers.
Monitoring of vital signs, oxygen saturation levels, and cardiac rhythms.
Assessed patients for potential complications due to medications or interventions.
Responded quickly to changes in a patient's condition and reported them to the physician immediately.
Facilitated communication between family members, nurses, physicians, social workers, physical therapists, dieticians, pharmacists, and other healthcare personnel involved in the care of the patient.
Educated patients on their disease process and treatment plan, while ensuring they understand all instructions given by medical staff.
Initiated lifesaving measures, such as CPR, when needed during code blue situations.
Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators, alarms, and oxygen delivery devices.
Interpreted lab results, EKGs, and other diagnostic test results in order to develop a plan of care for the patient.
Administered intravenous medications according to physician orders.
Assisted in emergency situations such as code blue or rapid response events.
Provided education to staff members regarding current evidence-based practices related to cardiology management.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Hotel-Dieu Grace Hospital
Windsor, Ontario, Canada
01.2009 - 07.2009
Provided direct nursing care to adult patients with abdominal, thoracic, and vascular surgeries on surgical unit
Cared for patients with variety of drainages (chest tubes, bulb, and accordian drains)
Administered medications, intravenous fluids, blood products and other treatments as prescribed by the physician.
Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on their unique medical needs.
Performed wound dressing changes as needed and assisted with wound debridement when indicated.
Educated patients on proper post-operative care instructions including diet restrictions, activity levels, follow up appointments.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Windsor
Windsor, Ontario, Canada
05-2009
Non Degree Seeking
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Skills
Crisis management and Emergency response Leading or participating in Code Blues, Rapid Responses, Trauma As and Bs
Proficient in performing CPR, defibrillation, and cardioversion under ACLS guidelines
Ventilator and airway management, ABGs interpretation/ analysis, and settings adjustments accordingly
Administering high-risk medications including vasopressors, inotropes, and sedatives
Recovering patients after open heart surgeries
Advanced hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation of invasive and noninvasive parameters such as PA catheters (Swan-Ganz), CVP, Arterial lines, and Flo-Tracks Using readings to guide decisions about fluid management and blood pressure support to optimize cardiac function
Managing patients with external heart pace makers
Monitoring and managing patients on IMPELLA device and Baloon Pumps (IABP)
Management patients on CRRT in acute/chronic renal failure, adjusting therapy as needed according to patient fluid and electrolyte balance
Detailed neurological assessment including GCS and NIH scoring
ICP Monitoring and management
Managing EVDs and Lumbar drains
Management of patients with acute ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes
Providing postoperative care for patients recovering from neurological procedures , such as craniotomies, aneurysm repairs, and spinal surgeries
Care and management of trauma patients based on the severity of injuries and stability
Activation and management of Massive Transfusion Protocol (MTP) with use of Level 1 or Belmont Rapid infusers in Trauma bay, OR, or ICU settings
Clinical staff support, training, and development
Patient safety monitoring
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Clinical Leadership
Advanced cardiac life support
Trauma recovery
Wound Care
Direct Patient Care
Accomplishments
Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses, April 2019
Certification
RN, AZ State Board of Nursing
RN, College of Nurses of Ontario, Canada
CCRN, American Association of Critical Care Nurses, Since 08/2012
Career Objective
Seeking to advance professional scope of practice to Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist through rigorous education and specialized training at Midwestern University.
SHADOWING EXPERIENCE
Tim Hayden, Cheif CRNA, Abrazo West Campus, Goodyear, AZ
Valeria Perminova, CRNA, Abrazo West Campus, Goodyear, AZ
Languages
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Trauma/CV/Neuro ICU Clinical Coordinator
Abrazo West Campus, Level 1 Trauma Center
05.2016 - Current
Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse
Abrazo West Campus
10.2009 - 04.2016
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Hotel-Dieu Grace Hospital
01.2009 - 07.2009
RN, AZ State Board of Nursing
RN, College of Nurses of Ontario, Canada
CCRN, American Association of Critical Care Nurses, Since 08/2012
Physician Assistant at University Hospitals Cleveland Main Campus Level 1 Trauma CenterPhysician Assistant at University Hospitals Cleveland Main Campus Level 1 Trauma Center
Registered Nurse at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center: Level 1 Trauma Center. Surgical Trauma/Neuro Intensive Care UnitRegistered Nurse at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center: Level 1 Trauma Center. Surgical Trauma/Neuro Intensive Care Unit
Registered Nurse at Medical City Plano Neuro/Trauma ICU (Level 1 Trauma Center)Registered Nurse at Medical City Plano Neuro/Trauma ICU (Level 1 Trauma Center)