VICTORIA CHARLTON
Albuquerque,United States
Summary
Compassionate Critical Care Registered Nurse with two years of experience in fast-paced, emergency environments. Excels in high-pressure care, monitoring and treatment platforms, working closely with surgeons, physicians and nursing team in critical care cases. Proficient in use of intensive care unit equipment. Adept at interpreting EKGs and managing vasoactive medication. Demonstrated excellence in organizational skills and patient education, significantly enhancing recovery outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Critical Care
Presbyterian Hospital
Albuquerque, NM
09.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning among critical care nurses, fostering an environment of collaboration and open communication.
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Surgical Care
Presbyterian Hospital
Albuquerque, NM
06.2022 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Cared for culturally-diverse patients, liaising with family members and specialists to address changing needs and enhance individual experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM05.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM04.2022
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Interpreting EKGs
- Cardiac Arrest
- CRRT
- Impella
- IABP
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- End of life care
- Implantable Pacemakers
- Vasoactive Medication Administration
- Cardiothoracic Surgery
Certification
- ACLS - 8/2026
- BLS - 8/2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Critical Care
Presbyterian Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Surgical Care
Presbyterian Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New Mexico Highlands University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College