WHITNEY NICLASSE

Sept 2024 – Present

• Manages critically ill patients requiring ventilators, cardiac monitoring, oxygen therapy, drips, chemo and dialysis post care and complex medical management.
• Provides NG/Foley, IV insertions, central line/PICC/midline care, TPN, FMS, tube feeds, wound care, palliative, and post‑mortem care.
• Responds to rapid responses/codes and stabilizes deteriorating patients.
• Mentors new nurses and students; supports interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Charge Nurse: Oversees unit operations, assigns patient loads, manages staffing/breaks, serves as clinical resource, facilitates communication with providers and departments, supports rapid response events, and addresses patient/family concerns.

July 2024 – Present

• Provides skilled pediatric home care for children with complex medical needs.
• Manages central lines, PEG tube meds, pump feedings, and ongoing assessments.

Sept 2023 – Aug 2024

• Assisted with ADLs, vitals, Accu‑checks, hygiene, and repositioning.
• Supported trach/vent, BiPAP, nephrostomy, colostomy, and behavioral health safety rounds.
• Floated to ICU, Step‑Down, Oncology, Orthopedic, and Cardiac Recovery units.