Tressa Swanson
Washington,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in Emergency Medicine, Critical Care and Pre-Hospital care in fast-paced environments. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle critically-ill patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Documents appropriate assessment, interventions, and other pertinent patient information in a timely manner.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse
Ambulance and Chair EMS
07.2024 - Current
- Utilizes critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducts thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Delivers compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
WVU Wheeling Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Monitors hemodynamic parameters and analyzes complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Serves as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Washington Hospital
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided care to patients requiring critical care; expanding knowledge of critical care; collaborates with providers of all specialties to focus on long term goals and outcomes for patients
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Washington Hospital
05.2022 - 07.2024
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
WVU Wheeling Hospital
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided nursing care within a level IV Trauma hospital; Maintained and managed a variety of patient populations including trauma patients
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
Emergency Room Technician
WVU Wheeling Hospital
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Performed EKGs, venipuncture, vital sign checks, assisted physicians and nurses with procedures; maintained a safe patient environment
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
Resident Care Aide
Paramount Senior Living
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided direct patient care in skilled, memory care, and long-term care settings; strengthened bedside manner; comforted residents and family; received specialized dementia training
- Enhanced resident well-being by providing compassionate care and support in daily activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wheeling University
05.2021
Skills
- Airway Management
- Advanced Life Support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Intubation
- Pre-hospital Care
Certification
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
- ITLS
- NIHSS
- TABLO/CRRT
- Impella
- IABP
- Emergency service vehicle operator
- NIMS
Referrals
Available upon request
Timeline
Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse
Ambulance and Chair EMS
07.2024 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
WVU Wheeling Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Washington Hospital
03.2023 - 07.2024
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Washington Hospital
05.2022 - 07.2024
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
WVU Wheeling Hospital
10.2021 - 06.2022
Emergency Room Technician
WVU Wheeling Hospital
05.2021 - 10.2021
Resident Care Aide
Paramount Senior Living
06.2019 - 03.2020
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
- ITLS
- NIHSS
- TABLO/CRRT
- Impella
- IABP
- Emergency service vehicle operator
- NIMS
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wheeling University
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