Zakiyya Aaron

• Assisted the physician in interventional procedures in IR, CT, MRI, and US
• As Charge RN, trained and mentored new IR RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Provided pre, intra, and post procedural care; administered moderate sedation and analgesia in accordance to policy and procedure.
• Demonstrated knowledge of sterile/aseptic technique and practice
• Followed appropriate radiation safety techniques

• Provided leadership and direction to nursing staff, ensuring quality patient care.
• Assisted in the development of policies and procedures for clinical operations.
• Monitored daily operations of the nursing department, including budgeting, scheduling, and policy implementation.
• Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to the practice of nursing.
• Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to assess patients' progress and develop treatment plans.
• Resolved conflicts between staff members or between staff members and patients and families in a professional manner.
• Reviewed medical charts for accuracy and completeness according to established standards.

• 30-35 procedures performed daily in 4 room IR suite
• Intra-procedure RN for interventional radiology, CT, and US.
• Cases included but not limited to: Diagnostic and Emergent procedures, Liver/Lung/Kidney/Bone Biopsy, Port Insertions, Dialysis Catheter Insertions, Y90 Planning and admin, TACE, Sclerotherapy, PCN, IVC Filter insert and removal, Myelogram, ESI, Kyphoplasty, Arteriograms, Drain Insertions, Embolizations, TIPS/TIPS Revisions Para/Thoracentesis, etc.
• As intra-procedure RN administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.

• Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
• Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
• Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
• Floated to multiple ICU's within various Atrium Health Facilities

• Managed care of cardiac ICU surgery patients
• Devices used included Vigileo, IABP, CRRT Prismaflex, Balloon Pumps
• Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
• Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
• Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.

• Educated patient and caregiver on details of procedures and discharge instructions.
• Prepared and maintained supplies, equipment and rooms for endoscopy procedures.
• Organized documentation consent forms, office forms, progress notes and doctor ordered discharge notes
• Observed patient vital sign to detect delayed recovery or adverse events.
• Assessed patient to obtain accurate, complete medical history and medication reconciliation.

• Facility Float ICU RN on COVID Unit
• Skilled care of critically ill patients including but not limited too: ventilator support,vasoactive gtts, insulin gtts, heparin gtts, sedation protocols, blood transfusions, IV starts, phlebotomy, restraint use, etc
• Followed ICU Protocols and Guidelines

• ICU RN on COVID Unit
• Followed PPE Guidelines according to CDC guidelines
• Followed ICU Protocols and Guidelines

• 30 bed LTAC
• Operated in Charge RN role managing staff, patient movement, and responding to staff concerns/emergencies
• Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
• Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
• Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
• Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.

Tufts Medical Center, Boston, MA, 7/2017-1/2018

• Medical ICU RN
• Trauma II/Teaching Hospital
• 1:2 ratio on MICU, SICU, CVICU
• Duties included but not limited to: Phlebotomy, ABG draws, Peritoneal Dialysis exchanges, Hemodynamic monitoring, Ventilator Management, Vigileo Management, etc.

Abrazo West, Goodyear, AZ, 2/2018-3/2018

• Medical ICU RN
• 1:2 ratio in MICU, 1:4 ratio in ED Holding, 22 bed ICU
• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.

Mills Peninsula, Burlingame, CA, 1/2019-3/2019

• Medical ICU RN
• 1:2 ratio in MICU, 1:2 ratio in CV Tele
• Medication management including but not limited to: Alteplase administration,Vasoactive gtt titrations, insulin gtt, heparin gtt, moderate sedation

• Trauma I Medical Center/Teaching hospital
• 16 bed Medical Stepdown, 20 bed Medical Telemetry
• Patient population included but not limited to: EtoH withdrawal, COPD, DKA,tracheostomy/ventilator management, sepsis, post cardiac cath

• LTAC ICU with 1:4-5 patient ratio
• Managed titratable gtts for blood pressure management, insulin gtts, heparin gtt, wound care, etc.
• Managed various diagnoses and co-morbidites for chronically ill patients

• LTAC with a patient ratio 1:4-5
• Duties included but not limited to: Ventilator management, Tracheostomy management, critical drip titration
• Disease states managed by nursing, included but not limited to: MI, Sepsis, ESRD, Wound Care, Respiratory Failure, End of Life
• Paper Charting

Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC, 2/2015-5/2015 & 09/2015-12/2015

• Neuro ICU RN
• Trauma I Medical Center/Teaching Facility/Magnet Certification- 1:2 ratio on a 22 bed Neuro ICU unit
• Maintained care of Neuro-Trauma, Neurosurgery, and Neurology patients

Alta Bates Medical Center, Oakland, CA, 6/2015-8/2015

• Medical ICU RN
• 1:2 ratio on 12 bed unit
• Maintained care of medical surgical ICU patients with varying cardiac, respiratory, orthopedic, and GI medical diagnoses

Santa Rosa Medical Center, Santa Rosa, CA, 12/2015-5/2016

• Medical ICU RN
• 1:2 ratio on 26 bed unit
• Maintained care of medical surgical ICU patients with varying cardiac, respiratory, orthopedic, and GI medical diagnoses

UCLA Ronald Reagan, Los Angeles, CA,6/2016=9/2016

• Neuro ICU RN
• Trauma I/Teaching Hospital/Magnet Facility
• 1:2 ratio on 30 bed unit
• Management of External Ventricular Devices, ICP, chemically induced comas, EEG interpretation and management, NIHSS certified, Seizure management, Hypothermia using Arctic Sun, ICH/Ischemic Strokes, etc

• Trauma I Medical Center/Teaching Facility/Magnet Certified- 1:2 ratio on a 29 bed Neuro ICU unit
• Multiple Neuro diagnoses managed including but not limited too: Hemorrhagic and Ischemic Strokes, Epilepsy, Neuro Trauma, Guillian-Barre Syndrome, spinal cord injuries, etc.
• Managed patient EVD's, lumbar drains, chest tubes, ventilators, ICP monitoring

• Medical Surgical Nurse float RN between multiple Novant Health facilities
• 1:5-6 patient ratio
• Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
• Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.

• Community Hospital with a 16 mixed bed ICU-patient ratio 1:2
• Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.