TRICIA NIX
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
Cincinnati,OH
1
Certification
34
years of professional experience
Compassionate Registered Nurse specializing in pediatric care for children with autism spectrum disorder and complex behavioral needs. Expertise in G-tube care, enteral feedings, and medication administration, with a focus on interprofessional collaboration and family education. Dedicated to ensuring patient safety and adhering to regulatory compliance and evidence-based practices.
Work History
Registered Nurse
3 Years 3 Months- Provided direct care on a specialized unit for pediatric patients with autism spectrum disorder and complex behavioral needs, tailoring care to each child's developmental level and chronological age.
- Performed G-tube care and feedings, administered medications per protocol, monitored patient responses, and documented care, findings, and outcomes in the electronic health record to ensure comprehensive patient management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care, facilitating shared decision-making at the point of care to enhance patient outcomes.
- Perform G-tube care and feedings and administer medications per protocol, monitoring patient responses and documenting care, findings, and outcomes in the electronic health record.
- Apply trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approaches to support patients and families through the healthcare experience.
- Educated and partnered with families on care goals and home-care skills, employing teach-back to confirm understanding and empower family involvement in care.
- Follow hospital safety policies and procedures, maintaining current certifications and required training.
Family Caregiver for a Child with Complex Medical Needs
7 Years 9 Months- Delivered comprehensive daily care for child with complex medical needs, managing tracheostomy care, coordinating therapy sessions, and administering nutrition through feeding pump and G-tube.
- Provided daily personal care, including bathing, dressing, and mobility support.
- Managed special dietary needs.
- Administered medications and monitored adherence to care routines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- Summa Cum Laude
- GPA: 3.9
Associate of Science - Nursing
- Cum Laude
- GPA: 3.3
Skills
Pediatric nursing
Patient assessment
Medication administration: oral and IM
plus immunizations
Feeding pump operation
Clinical judgment
Care coordination
Interprofessional practice and shared decision-making
Patient education coordination
Trauma-informed care
Inclusive care
Regulatory compliance
EHR accuracy
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Certification
Registered Nurse License, Multistate (Ohio), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Nursing Assistant Training (82 hours)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
Family Caregiver for a Child with Complex Medical Needs
Self-employed
05.1992 - 02.2000Read More
Hocking College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Ohio University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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