Taylor Dean
Springfield Regional Medical Center
Fairborn,OH
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) settings, specializing in post-surgical recovery and patient management. Skilled in rapid assessments, hemodynamic monitoring, airway management, and recognizing postoperative complications. Expertise in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe recovery from complex surgeries, aiming to apply critical care knowledge in the PACU.
Work History
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Charge RN
2 Years 4 Months- Provided high-acuity, evidence-based nursing care for critically ill cardiovascular patients in the immediate postoperative setting, performing rapid patient assessments, managing complex hemodynamic changes, and responding effectively to emergencies.
- Management of complex patient therapies including: ECMO, CRRT, IABP, Impella, TTM
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment to assess vital signs and detect potential complications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for critical patients.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in pain management nursing care, improving overall patient outcomes.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Educated patients and families on post-surgery expectations, care instructions, and follow-up appointments to support successful recoveries.
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
4 Years 3 Months- Managed complex patient therapies including: ECMO, CRRT, IABP, Impella, TTM
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Monitored vital signs and patient conditions in high-acuity settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored patients' post-anesthesia recovery, ensuring stable vital signs and comfort.
- Educated patients and families on recovery expectations and follow-up care.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
Stepdown Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
6 Months- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify changes in patient condition, initiating interventions and notifying physicians.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to promptly identify changes in patient condition, initiating appropriate interventions and notifying physicians as needed.
- Maintained accurate, comprehensive electronic health records for each patient, contributing to improved clinical decision-making and seamless interdisciplinary communication.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive care and maintaining clear communication with patients and families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- Summa Cum Laude
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
- 4.0 GPA
Skills
Post-anesthesia recovery
Airway management
Advanced hemodynamic monitoring
Critical care nursing
ACLS Certified
Cardiac rhythm interpretation
Mechanical ventilation
Arterial lines & central venous catheters
Vasoactive medication management
Rapid patient assessment
Pain management
Electronic medical records (Epic)
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Cardiac Surgery Unit Advanced Life Support (CSU-ALS)
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP)
- Artic Sun Targeted Temperature Management
- Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)
Timeline
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Charge RN
Springfield Regional Medical Center
03.2024 - CurrentRead More
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Springfield Regional Medical Center
12.2019 - 03.2024Read More
Stepdown Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Springfield Regional Medical Center
06.2019 - 12.2019Read More
Wittenberg University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Clark State Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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Awards
Daisy Award Recipient 2022