Cardiac Registered Nurse

• Oct 2023 - Present

Registered Nurse

• Nov 2020 - Nov 2023

REI Registered Nurse/Care Coordinator

• Apr 2018 - Nov 2020

-Case management of patients through their fertility treatment cycle. -Counsel, education and coordination of care of patients including pre-screening, treatment and post-treatment. -Coordination of individual patient treatment plans in conjunction to clinical protocol starting with evaluation, treatment (IVF, FET and/or superovulation) and early pregnancy. -Established compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients and their… Show more -Case management of patients through their fertility treatment cycle. -Counsel, education and coordination of care of patients including pre-screening, treatment and post-treatment. -Coordination of individual patient treatment plans in conjunction to clinical protocol starting with evaluation, treatment (IVF, FET and/or superovulation) and early pregnancy. -Established compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients and their families. -Administration of injections, performed transvaginal ultrasounds and intra-uterine inseminations. -Coordination of scheduling of cycle including monitoring of cycling visits while communicating lab results with appropriate interpretation along with medication instructions as approved by physicians. -Evaluated patient records, ensured all consents were completed correctly and authorized prescription refills as approved by physicians. -Obtain referrals for maternal fetal medicine, cardiology and psychological evaluation for necessary patients. Show less -Case management of patients through their fertility treatment cycle. -Counsel, education and coordination of care of patients including pre-screening, treatment and post-treatment. -Coordination of individual patient treatment plans in conjunction to clinical protocol starting with evaluation, treatment (IVF, FET and/or superovulation) and early pregnancy. -Established compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients and their… Show more -Case management of patients through their fertility treatment cycle. -Counsel, education and coordination of care of patients including pre-screening, treatment and post-treatment. -Coordination of individual patient treatment plans in conjunction to clinical protocol starting with evaluation, treatment (IVF, FET and/or superovulation) and early pregnancy. -Established compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients and their families. -Administration of injections, performed transvaginal ultrasounds and intra-uterine inseminations. -Coordination of scheduling of cycle including monitoring of cycling visits while communicating lab results with appropriate interpretation along with medication instructions as approved by physicians. -Evaluated patient records, ensured all consents were completed correctly and authorized prescription refills as approved by physicians. -Obtain referrals for maternal fetal medicine, cardiology and psychological evaluation for necessary patients. Show less

Cardiovascular Ischemic RN Care Coordinator

• Aug 2017 - Apr 2018

-Work together with an interdisciplinary team of MD’s, ARNP’s and LPN’s to coordinate care and develop plan of care for ischemic patients. -Support improvement of health outcomes, self-management of chronic conditions and empowering patients and families to engage in health seeking behaviors and disease prevention. -Assist the patient in coordination of any additional testing, images and consults with specialists. -See patients in a clinic setting for education visits, including… Show more -Work together with an interdisciplinary team of MD’s, ARNP’s and LPN’s to coordinate care and develop plan of care for ischemic patients. -Support improvement of health outcomes, self-management of chronic conditions and empowering patients and families to engage in health seeking behaviors and disease prevention. -Assist the patient in coordination of any additional testing, images and consults with specialists. -See patients in a clinic setting for education visits, including heart failure education, medication review and education and IV Lasix therapy. -Titration of heart failure medications with continuous follow ups to ensure patient safety and provided specific education regarding medication regimen including interactions/side effects. -Establish prior authorizations for medications and following up with appeals if denied.

Registered Nurse - Cardiac Telemetry Unit

• Oct 2016 - Aug 2017

-Actively participated in development and implementation of individual treatment plans for patients in a 28 bed unit and ensured patient safety as a number one priority. -Trained to care for patients with LVADs, including going on outings and monitoring them during procedures. -Liaison between patients, nurses and physicians to address problems requiring immediate attention. -Care for patients pre/postoperative CABG, valve replacements, heart transplants, stress tests, and heart… Show more -Actively participated in development and implementation of individual treatment plans for patients in a 28 bed unit and ensured patient safety as a number one priority. -Trained to care for patients with LVADs, including going on outings and monitoring them during procedures. -Liaison between patients, nurses and physicians to address problems requiring immediate attention. -Care for patients pre/postoperative CABG, valve replacements, heart transplants, stress tests, and heart catherizations. -Initiating and monitoring of cardiac drips on patients including Milrinone, Dobutamine, Amiodarone, Heparin and Nitroglycerin as well as anti-arrhythmic medications (Tikosyn, Sotalol).

Registered Nurse - Cardiac Telemetry Unit

• Dec 2014 - Sep 2016

-Handled tasks of ensuring exceptional patient-centered care for 4-5 patients at an ANCC Magnet Recognized Hospital. -Administer, monitor and initiating cardiac drips including Primacor, Dobutamine, Amiodarone and Nitroglycerin. -Prepared patients for procedures such as TEE, echocardiograms, stress tests, CABG and provided post- procedural care. -Initiating anti-arrhythmic medications such as Tikosyn and Sotalol that require frequent EKG monitoring. -Trained as an Intermediate Care… Show more -Handled tasks of ensuring exceptional patient-centered care for 4-5 patients at an ANCC Magnet Recognized Hospital. -Administer, monitor and initiating cardiac drips including Primacor, Dobutamine, Amiodarone and Nitroglycerin. -Prepared patients for procedures such as TEE, echocardiograms, stress tests, CABG and provided post- procedural care. -Initiating anti-arrhythmic medications such as Tikosyn and Sotalol that require frequent EKG monitoring. -Trained as an Intermediate Care RN for patients requiring a higher level of care and/or more frequent monitoring. Show less -Handled tasks of ensuring exceptional patient-centered care for 4-5 patients at an ANCC Magnet Recognized Hospital. -Administer, monitor and initiating cardiac drips including Primacor, Dobutamine, Amiodarone and Nitroglycerin. -Prepared patients for procedures such as TEE, echocardiograms, stress tests, CABG and provided post- procedural care. -Initiating anti-arrhythmic medications such as Tikosyn and Sotalol that require frequent EKG monitoring. -Trained as an Intermediate Care… Show more -Handled tasks of ensuring exceptional patient-centered care for 4-5 patients at an ANCC Magnet Recognized Hospital. -Administer, monitor and initiating cardiac drips including Primacor, Dobutamine, Amiodarone and Nitroglycerin. -Prepared patients for procedures such as TEE, echocardiograms, stress tests, CABG and provided post- procedural care. -Initiating anti-arrhythmic medications such as Tikosyn and Sotalol that require frequent EKG monitoring. -Trained as an Intermediate Care RN for patients requiring a higher level of care and/or more frequent monitoring. Show less

Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit

• Sep 2014 - Nov 2014

-Responsible for the care of multiple patients on a 46 bed unit encompassing: vital signs, oxygen therapy, insertion of catheters, intravenous therapy, ostomy care, blood sugar checks, IV insertions, telemetry monitoring, tracheostomy care, wound care, application of dressings, tube feedings -Develop and implement nursing care plans. -Ensure open lines of communication and accurate charting procedures, updating patient data as needed. -Supervised other personnel in all areas of… Show more -Responsible for the care of multiple patients on a 46 bed unit encompassing: vital signs, oxygen therapy, insertion of catheters, intravenous therapy, ostomy care, blood sugar checks, IV insertions, telemetry monitoring, tracheostomy care, wound care, application of dressings, tube feedings -Develop and implement nursing care plans. -Ensure open lines of communication and accurate charting procedures, updating patient data as needed. -Supervised other personnel in all areas of patient care and daily procedures. Show less -Responsible for the care of multiple patients on a 46 bed unit encompassing: vital signs, oxygen therapy, insertion of catheters, intravenous therapy, ostomy care, blood sugar checks, IV insertions, telemetry monitoring, tracheostomy care, wound care, application of dressings, tube feedings -Develop and implement nursing care plans. -Ensure open lines of communication and accurate charting procedures, updating patient data as needed. -Supervised other personnel in all areas of… Show more -Responsible for the care of multiple patients on a 46 bed unit encompassing: vital signs, oxygen therapy, insertion of catheters, intravenous therapy, ostomy care, blood sugar checks, IV insertions, telemetry monitoring, tracheostomy care, wound care, application of dressings, tube feedings -Develop and implement nursing care plans. -Ensure open lines of communication and accurate charting procedures, updating patient data as needed. -Supervised other personnel in all areas of patient care and daily procedures. Show less

Registered Nurse - Cardiac Medical Telemetry Unit

• Nov 2013 - Sep 2014

-Provided pre- and post- care for 5-6 patients undergoing cardiac catherization, MI screenings, electrophysiological studies, and anticoagulant therapy. -Administered medications including heparin drips. -Reported changes in patients’ conditions and other matters of concern demanding prompt interventions. -Supervised and delegated tasks to certified nursing assistants and licensed practicing nurses. -Floated and was responsible for a team of patients on other floors including… Show more -Provided pre- and post- care for 5-6 patients undergoing cardiac catherization, MI screenings, electrophysiological studies, and anticoagulant therapy. -Administered medications including heparin drips. -Reported changes in patients’ conditions and other matters of concern demanding prompt interventions. -Supervised and delegated tasks to certified nursing assistants and licensed practicing nurses. -Floated and was responsible for a team of patients on other floors including Progressive Care Unit, Medical Surgical and Medical Oncology. Show less -Provided pre- and post- care for 5-6 patients undergoing cardiac catherization, MI screenings, electrophysiological studies, and anticoagulant therapy. -Administered medications including heparin drips. -Reported changes in patients’ conditions and other matters of concern demanding prompt interventions. -Supervised and delegated tasks to certified nursing assistants and licensed practicing nurses. -Floated and was responsible for a team of patients on other floors including… Show more -Provided pre- and post- care for 5-6 patients undergoing cardiac catherization, MI screenings, electrophysiological studies, and anticoagulant therapy. -Administered medications including heparin drips. -Reported changes in patients’ conditions and other matters of concern demanding prompt interventions. -Supervised and delegated tasks to certified nursing assistants and licensed practicing nurses. -Floated and was responsible for a team of patients on other floors including Progressive Care Unit, Medical Surgical and Medical Oncology. Show less