Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Affiliations
Timeline
Victory Fike

Victory Fike

Rio Rancho,US

Summary

  • Offering 18 years of healthcare experience as well as the mental acuity to deconstruct issues and develop effective solutions.
  • Registered Nurse, NM, Board-Certified, Board Certified Emergency Nurse with 2 years of experience providing high-quality care to patients in a clinical and Emergency Room/PCU for Level I and III Trauma Centers.
  • Goal-oriented, Registered Nurse with experience in the emergency room, telemetry monitoring, medical surgical floor, patient needs, individual health monitoring, and acute conditions. Looking to advance my skill level as a Registered Nurse in a similar patient care environment.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

NMVAHCS
10.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • 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.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Sandoval Regional Medical Center Level III Trauma
09.2022 - Current
  • Using the Emergency Nurse process, assessed the extent and nature of the injury or illness to prioritize and establish medical procedures in Level III Trauma Center.
  • Quickly responded to codes and coordinated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Provided first-aid treatment and life support to people who were ill or injured.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and planned the next steps.
  • Led teams in prioritizing standard of care and best practices in order to achieve successful patient outcomes.
  • Observed and reported on the patient's condition, progress, and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
  • Medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management were among the interventions I implemented.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

BSA Level III Trauma Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Triaged patients using Emergency Severity Index for incoming EMS Flights, Ambulances, and walkins.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Room Holding/Registered Nurse, PCU

University Of New Mexico Hospital Level I Trauma
02.2022 - 09.2022
  • Was in charge of providing high-quality care to patients suffering from a variety of ailments, including traumas, stroke, heart failure, end-stage renal disease, and. coronary artery disease.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and assisting patients in regaining or improving coping abilities to prevent further disability.
  • Medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management were among the interventions I implemented.
  • Administered medications orally, intravenously, and intramuscularly, and tracked responses to address new concerns.
  • Met with doctors to discuss diagnoses and develop treatment plans that were well-coordinated.
  • Kept track of the patient's condition, interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying abnormal telemetry readings, and informing team members about changes in stability or acuity.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Registered Nurse - Resident

New Mexico Veterans Healthcare System
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Worked in rotative RN roles in Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Medical Surgical Unit, Operating Room.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

Clinical Medical Support Assistant

Various Locations/Military Spouse
07.2005 - 06.2017
  • Proficient in the use of EMR.
  • Provided extensive administrative support for medical staff: ordered blood work, coordinated scrub schedules, prepared medical documents for providers, processed incoming calls and patient walk-ins
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
  • Performed venipuncture and administered vaccinations for geriatric population.
  • Performed vitals, phlebotomy on lab tests, intravenous insertion, and other supportive procedures: Foley catheter, Nasogastric tube, electrocardiogram, wound care, and stitch removal
  • Performed duties as Certified Phlebotomy Technician and Intravenous Insertion Technician

Lead Police Officer/EMT/Patrolman

United States Air Force
09.1993 - 02.2004
  • Supervised three or more police officers in the performance of law enforcement and force protection duties
  • Single-handedly operated communication control center to simultaneously process emergency 911 system calls, dispatch patrols, process bomb threats and suspicious packages.
  • National Registered EMT. Functioned as lead EMT/Medic during operational exercises and field deployments.
  • Received Air Force Commendation Medal for response during September 11th terrorist attacks by training and certifying over a hundred Air Force personnel to hold increased threat condition posts in less than 48 hours.
  • Awarded Joint Service Achievement Medal for outstanding service during deployment for Operation Joint Task Force Safe-haven, Panama.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
05.2021
  • HRSA Grant, 2020,
  • General Nursing Scholarship 2019, 2020, 2021
  • Hall-Carper Huntsinger SCH. 2020, 2021
  • 3.84 GPA
  • Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society Member
  • American National Leadership Society Member

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Central New Mexico Community College, Albuquerque, NM
05.2021


  • Dean's List 2019
  • Honor Roll [Semester and Year]
  • 3.6 GPA With Honors

Associate of Arts - Pre Health Science

Central New Mexico Community College, Albuquerque, NM
08.2020

Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner

University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
08.2026

Skills

  • Blood Product Transfusion
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Rapid Sequence Intubation
  • Cardiac Arrest
  • Interpreting EKGs
  • Emergency Patient Triage
  • Acute Myocardial Infarction
  • Chest Tubes

Accomplishments

  • Board Certified Emergency Nurse, 2023
  • Central New Mexico Community College Deans List, May 2019
  • Air Force Commendation Medal, 2002

Certification

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse, 2023
  • ENPC - Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course, 2023
  • TNCC - Trauma Nurse Certification Course, 2023
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support, 2022
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 2022
  • BLS - Basic Life Support, 2022
  • Certified Phlebotomist, 2013
  • EMT- Emergency Medical Technician, 2000

Affiliations

  • Emergency Nursing Association, 2020
  • American Nursing Association, 2021
  • New Mexico Nursing Association, 2021
  • Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, 2022
  • American Association of Critical Care Nurses, 2022
  • 2020 Combat Veteran Motorcycle Association, 2021
  • Veterans of Foreign Wars, 2020

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - NMVAHCS
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department - BSA Level III Trauma Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department - Sandoval Regional Medical Center Level III Trauma
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Room Holding/Registered Nurse, PCU - University Of New Mexico Hospital Level I Trauma
02.2022 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse - Resident - New Mexico Veterans Healthcare System
08.2021 - 03.2022
Clinical Medical Support Assistant - Various Locations/Military Spouse
07.2005 - 06.2017
Lead Police Officer/EMT/Patrolman - United States Air Force
09.1993 - 02.2004
The University of New Mexico - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College - Associate of Applied Science, Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College - Associate of Arts, Pre Health Science
University of New Mexico - Doctorate of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner

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