Zhaniqua A. Washington
Snellville,GA
Summary
Dedicated intensive care registered nurse with experience managing critically ill patients in high-acuity settings. Proficient in advanced hemodynamic monitoring, vasoactive medication titration, CRRT management, and emergency response. Proven ability to mentor new staff and drive quality improvement initiatives through active participation in the unit practice council. Committed to delivering evidence-based, compassionate care in high-acuity environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Northside Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Manage critically ill patients requiring CRRT, ensuring appropriate fluid balance and hemodynamic stability.
- Provide vital care, such as mechanical breathing, medication titrations, and hemodynamic monitoring, making sure that interventions are precise and implemented on time.
- Monitor and maintain arterial lines for continuous blood pressure monitoring and blood sampling.
- Operated belmont rapid infuser for emergent massive transfusion during trauma.
- Preceptor to new graduates. experienced nurses.
- Active member of the unit practice council (UPC).
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Aya Health Care
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to the highest standards of care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Medical Center
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Directed appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing processes and protocols.
- Created patient assessments and plans for individual home care needs.
- Delivered a high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northside Hospital
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Collaborated with a 5-person health care team to revise and develop treatment plans for six patients simultaneously.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on the medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising a team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
Registered Nurse
Grady Memorial Hospital
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on the medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising a team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma settings.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL04-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Birmingham, AL01.2019
Skills
- Titration of vasoactive medications (norepinephrine, vasopressin, epinephrine)
- Ventilator management
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Belmont Rapid Infuser
- Management of sedation
- Emergency response
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Skilled in epic and cerner
- Strong critical thinking and rapid decision-making skills
- Preceptor experience
Certification
ACLS, 02/13/26
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Northside Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Aya Health Care
05.2022 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Medical Center
10.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northside Hospital
07.2021 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Grady Memorial Hospital
04.2021 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Herzing University
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