Dynamic CVICU Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Portsmouth Regional Hospital, excelling in cardiac monitoring and patient education. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and implement effective care plans. Bilingual communicator skilled in critical thinking, ensuring clarity and compliance in patient and family support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CVICU Registered Nurse
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
Portsmouth
09.2023 - Current
Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) for patients recovering from heart surgery, cardiac interventions, and severe cardiovascular conditions.
Monitor and assess patients' conditions using advanced equipment, such as cardiac monitors, ventilators, and IV pumps, ensuring continuous observation of vital signs and early detection of complications.
Administer medications, manage post-operative care, and assist in various cardiovascular procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and valve replacements.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including cardiologists, surgeons, and respiratory therapists, to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
Educate patients and families on recovery processes, lifestyle changes, and discharge instructions to ensure understanding and improve patient outcomes.
Maintain high standards of patient care, ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and infection prevention measures.
SICU Registered Nurse
Blount Memorial Hospital
Maryville
07.2022 - 08.2023
Delivered direct patient care and continuous assessments for critically ill patients, including those on ventilators and cardiac monitors.
Administered IV therapy, injections, medication, NG tube placement, catheter care, and wound care in accordance with established protocols.
Monitored patient conditions and developed/revised care plans to ensure optimal recovery.
Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
Educated patients and families on discharge instructions, ensuring clarity and compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Galen College of Nursing
12.2025
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Lincoln Memorial University
Knoxville, TN
05.2022
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Cardiac monitoring
Medication administration
Critical thinking
Bilingual communication
Patient assessment and treatment planning
Patient education and family support
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – American Heart Association
National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification
Certified Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular and Thoracic OR (CVOR) at Portsmouth Regional HospitalCertified Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular and Thoracic OR (CVOR) at Portsmouth Regional Hospital