Registered Nurse
CurrentHealthcare ExperienceRegistered Nurse | Grand Strand Medical Center, 8009 82nd Parkway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29575 | July 1997-PresentIntensive Care Staff Nurse (1999-2013, 2015-2017, Mar. 2021-present)• Performed and evaluated the results of diagnostic tests including radiographs (x-rays), electrocardiograms (EKGs), and laboratory results.• Responded to emergency situations by providing airway management, administering emergency medications per ACLS protocol.• Care for critically ill and injured patients including pre-and post-care for patients undergoing cardiac catheterization, vascular procedures, and neurologic interventions. • Exceptional teamwork and collaboration with the patient care team to discuss, formulate and implement evidence-based practice. • Ability to anticipate patient and family needs, as well as re-prioritize in a way that is safe for patients and staff.Chest Pain Coordinator (Oct. 2017-Mar. 2021)• Facilitated the Chest Pain Performance Improvement Committee.• Administered policies and procedures specific to the chest pain population, ensuring evidence-based practices are used. • Directed Chest Pain Accreditation with The Joint Commission while analyzing and implementing data of the STEMI patient and Chest Pain population for process improvement. • Created health literacy supportive educational materials for patients, nursing staff, and resident physicians.• Provide hospital general orientation and the STARN program presentation regarding the chest pain program. Related Experience at Grand Strand Medical Center• Nursing Supervisor• Interventional Radiology• Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation• Care Assure Nurse Navigator• Post-Anesthesia Care Unit• Med/Surgical
