Tina McPherson RN, BSN
Summary
Dynamic Critical Care Registered Nurse with 9 years of experience. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Dedicated to delivering knowledgeable patient
centered and compassionate care, with a demonstrated ability to navigate challenges, including the demanding environment of the Covid pandemic. Possesses a teamwork-approach, leveraging, honed assessment and technical skills acquired over to ensure the delivery of exceptional
patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CVICU Registered Nurse
Prolink (Contract) Ascension Providence Rochester
11.2023 - Current
- Administered various life-saving medications such as vasopressors, sedatives, analgesics, anticoagulants under stringent protocols ensuring accuracy and safety.
- Specialized equipment, and advanced technology to monitor patients. Arterial lines, ventilators, and intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), Impella heart pump.
- Manage patient postoperative coronary artery bypass grafts (CABG), ablation, cardiac stents.
- Managing post-operative pain, monitoring vital signs, and responding promptly to any complications.
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety through diligent attention to detail and adherence to strict infection control protocols.
- Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration, working closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
- Supported families during difficult times by providing compassionate care, education, and emotional support to both patients and their loved ones.
Neurosurgical ICU Registered Nurse
Prolink (Contract) Henry Ford Hospital
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Titrate vasoactive and high-alert medications.
- Conduct physical assessments, thoroughly document data in EPIC, and communicate abnormal findings to care team
- Oversee patients hemodynamic status, mechanical ventilation, Arterial lines, CVP monitoring, Vigileos, ICP, monitoring, Ventilators, and targeted temperature management.
- Floated to other ICUs such as MICU, SICU, CVICU.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Prolink (Contract) Beaumont Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress..
- Administered vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, DKA, Insulin drips, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular heart arrhythmias
and updating physicians on changes in stability.
Administered medications via oral, IM, and life saving IV drips which involved titrating using facility protocol. - Served as advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
- Floated to other ICUs such as MICU, Neuro ICU, CVICU and the Emergency Department.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
American Mobile RN (Contract) Providence Medford
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering positive environment in fast-paced setting.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
SICU Registered Nurse
Prolink (Contract) Henry Ford Hospital
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed ventilator care for critically ill patients, ensuring optimal settings to maintain adequate oxygenation levels while minimizing risk of barotrauma or lung injury.
- Assisted surgeons during bedside procedures such as central line insertions or tracheostomies, ensuring proper set-up and maintenance of aseptic technique.
- Reduced recovery time for surgical ICU patients by providing comprehensive post-operative care, including pain management and wound care.
- Prevented pressure ulcers in immobile patients through regular repositioning, vigilant skin assessment, and utilization of specialized support surfaces when necessary.
- 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.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and adherence to infection control protocols.
- Floated to ICU, CVICU, MICU
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Michigan Medicine University Of Michigan
10.2015 - 02.2022
- Provided patient and Family Centered Care through collaboration with all members of multidisciplinary team, family, and patient in order to meet demands of complex care needs.
- Cared for variety of patients who present with assortment of injuries from minor to life threatening, issues including atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia, care of chest tubes, pneumothorax, electrolyte imbalances, diabetic ketoacidosis.
- Able to titrate multiple vasopressor infusions, insulin drips, and cardiac specific infusions, hemodynamic monitor, set up and monitor arterial line.
- Provided care to critical patients on ECMO.
- Floated Surgical Intensive Care unit.
- Supervised, organized and led as EC3 Charge Nurse, collaborated with the multidisciplinary team, facilitated arrival, and coordinated patient placement.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Beaumont Hospital
07.2014 - 10.2015
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided patient care through th nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention and implementation. Provided safe and efficient nursing care to adults and children of all ages experiencing emergent or urgent situation.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Ohio
Toledo, OH12.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Ohio
Toledo, OH05.2014
Accomplishments
Neurosurgical ICU 2023 Daisy Award Nomination
Certification
- State of Michigan Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse License No. 4704307138 (exp. 06/26/2025)
- American Heart Association: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Suppor t: Expires November-2024
- American Heart Association: Basic Life Support: Expires January-2025
- American Heart Association: National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Expires November 2025
Timeline
CVICU Registered Nurse
Prolink (Contract) Ascension Providence Rochester
11.2023 - Current
Neurosurgical ICU Registered Nurse
Prolink (Contract) Henry Ford Hospital
11.2022 - 11.2023
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Prolink (Contract) Beaumont Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
American Mobile RN (Contract) Providence Medford
03.2022 - 07.2022
SICU Registered Nurse
Prolink (Contract) Henry Ford Hospital
11.2021 - 02.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Michigan Medicine University Of Michigan
10.2015 - 02.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Beaumont Hospital
07.2014 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Ohio
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Ohio