Whitni Bye
UW Health
Chana,IL
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Experienced PACU Nurse with expertise in anesthesia recovery and airway management. Committed to ensuring patient safety and comfort through effective communication and collaboration.
Work History
PACU Nurse
11 Years 4 Months- Monitored patient recovery progress post-surgery, ensuring optimal comfort and safety.
- Closely monitored airway and breathing, recognizing and treating respiratory complications.
- Recognized and responded to complications, such as airway obstruction, hemorrhage, hypotension/hypertension, arrhythmias, and allergic reactions.
- Managed pain using prescribed medications and non-pharmacological interventions while collaborating with anesthesiologists and surgeons to ensure a safe recovery.
- Trained and mentored nursing staff on PACU protocols and emergency procedures.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
1 Year 11 Months- Administered medications and treatments to patients, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans and improve health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, providing timely interventions as needed.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and chronic disease management strategies.
CNA
2 Years 9 Months- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and maintaining comfort.
- Trained new CNA staff on best practices for patient care and facility procedures.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Supported nursing staff by coordinating patient transfers and managing equipment logistics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Skills
Anesthesia recovery
Basic life support
Advanced cardiac life support
Pediatric advanced life support
Patient recovery assessments
Airway management
Compassionate Care
Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Basic Life Support
Timeline
PACU Nurse
UW Health
04.2015 - CurrentRead More
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
OSF St. Anthony Medical Center
05.2013 - 04.2015Read More
CNA
OSF St. Anthony Medical Center
08.2010 - 05.2013Read More
Rockford University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Rockford University
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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