Experience

Michigan Heart/SJMHS
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Device Clinic RN

  • Feb 2021 - Present


University of Colorado Health

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care

• Heart Transplant Coordinator RN

  • Aug 2015 - Jan 2021

  Collaborated closely with physicians and nurse practitioners to triage medical needs of patients Guided patients through the process of pre-transplant, peri-operative, and post-transplant life Taught patients and their loved ones about immunosuppression and care of their transplanted heart

• Relief Charge Nurse

  • Sep 2014 - Aug 2015

  Anticipated needs to facilitate patient movement to and from the operating room and other units Communicated effectively and professionally with all team members during high stress situations Acted as a resource for doctors and nurses to address patient care questions and concerns Responded to medical emergencies (METs) and codes throughout the hospital

• Preceptor

  • Feb 2014 - Aug 2015

  Oriented and socialized new and experienced RNs with diverse backgrounds to a high-acuity unit Ensured orientee and patient safety while maintaining an effective learning and healing environment Facilitated difficult conversations to create learning opportunities and promote thoughtful practice

• Registered Nurse, Cardiothoracic ICU, formerly Surgical ICU

  • Feb 2013 - Aug 2015

  Aurora, CO Combined generalized knowledge of patient care and post-operative complications with specialized knowledge of highly technical life support equipment Provided patient- and family-centered care in a high-stress and busy teaching environment Troubleshot Centrimags, extra-corporal membrane oxygenators (ECMO), intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), continuous veno-venous dialysis machines (CVVH) and other unique patient care equipment

• SICU Nurse Resident

  • Feb 2013 - Mar 2014

  Aurora, Colorado Participated in one year of post-baccalaureate education while orienting as a Registered Nurse on the Surgical Intensive Care Unit



University of Michigan Health System

• United States
• Restaurants
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Nursing Assistant

  • Jun 2011 - Dec 2012

   Evaluated and communicated vital signs, blood sugars, and other pertinent patient information  Aided patients with eating, ambulating, toileting, and hygiene needs  Received training in stroke recognition, use of restraints, and handling violent behavior  Contributed to nursing procedures including urinary catheterization and dressing changes

• Nurse Extern

  • May 2012 - Jul 2012

   Worked one-on-one with a preceptor on a 24-bed ICU to recover patients from surgery and provide constant surveillance and care throughout recovery  Thought critically and quickly to perform focused assessments and interpret monitor and lab data  Calibrated and maintained various invasive lines and devices  Communicated with multidisciplinary staff to problem-solve for excellence in patient care