Thomas Romano
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
I am a driven, hardworking, and veteran Acute Care Registered Nurse. I'm bringing demonstrated patient care experience, vascular access skills and treatment management expertise. I am adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing with me a 13-year record of success in nursing, I am seeking a Vascular Access Team position with Lee Health.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, ICU
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Lee Health System
Fort Myers, FL
03.2016 - 07.2020
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Lee Health System
Fort Myers, FL
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lee Health System
Fort Myers, FL
01.2014 - 10.2015
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Managed various medications and treatments such as peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and and intramuscular injections.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lee Memorial Health System
Fort Myers, FL
07.2009 - 12.2013
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL07.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL12.2013
Practical Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Fort Myers Technical College
Fort Myers, FL07.2009
Skills
- Insert, monitor, and assess IV catheters
- Collaborating with Healthcare Team
- Accurate Documentation
- Nursing Consultation
- Operational Standards
- Clear Patient Communication
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Patient Care Assessment
- Treatment Preparation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Compassionate and Caring
- Seizure Disorders
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Intramuscular Injections
- EMR Systems
- Interpreting EKGs
- Conflict Resolution
License/Certifications
Florida Multi-State RN License
Issued: 03/25/2021
Expires: 04/30/2023
Basic Life Support-AHA
Issued: 2/8/2022
Expires: 2/8/2024
Additional Information
Professional References
Joshua Wright, RN Supervisor
Associate Director- Neurosciences ICU
(520) 694-0649
joshua.wright@bannerhealth.com
Troy Schmidt, RN
Charge Nurse ICU
(520) 334-9250
troy.schmidt@bannerhealth.com
Liz Tate, RN Supervisor
Clinical Supervisor
(941) 888-0829
liz.tate@leehealth.org
Jessica Cespedes, RN
Charge Nurse ICU
(239) 209-2464
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ICU
Aya Healthcare
08.2020 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse, ICU
Lee Health System
03.2016 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Lee Health System
10.2015 - 03.2016
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lee Health System
01.2014 - 10.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lee Memorial Health System
07.2009 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Practical Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Fort Myers Technical College
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