As a dedicated Medical ICU Nurse, I provide highly specialized care to critically ill patients during their most challenging moments. Our unit manages a diverse range of medical conditions, including respiratory failure, sepsis, post-operative complications, infections, and organ dysfunction. Additionally, we frequently care for neurological, cardiac, and surgical patients from across the hospital.Key Responsibilities:1. Patient Assessment and Monitoring: Conduct thorough… Show more As a dedicated Medical ICU Nurse, I provide highly specialized care to critically ill patients during their most challenging moments. Our unit manages a diverse range of medical conditions, including respiratory failure, sepsis, post-operative complications, infections, and organ dysfunction. Additionally, we frequently care for neurological, cardiac, and surgical patients from across the hospital.Key Responsibilities:1. Patient Assessment and Monitoring: Conduct thorough neurological checks, physical examinations, and utilize tools like arterial lines and central line readings. Continuously assess patient conditions and respond promptly to changes.2. Life-Saving Interventions: Administer pressors, antibiotics, blood products, and fluids based on physician guidance. Swiftly address emergencies, including deteriorating conditions, allergic reactions, and cardiac arrest.3. Collaboration and Rounds: Work closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, and pharmacists to develop comprehensive care plans. Participate in daily rounds, providing valuable insights on patient status and treatment responses.4. Patient Education and Support: Educate patients and their families on new medications, care plans, and nursing interventions. Tailor education and emotional support to meet each patient’s unique needs.My commitment lies in delivering compassionate care while advocating for optimal outcomes. Show less

Deployed as Team Chief, leading 5 Soldier team responsible for Civil Affairs Operations during deployment across Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia in support of V Corps and EUCOM priorities. I led our team in conducting military operations, establishing, and revitalizing relationships with military partners, and developing new green field relationships to improve interagency coordination and interoperability. While deployed, we re-established a full time Civil Affairs Team in… Show more Deployed as Team Chief, leading 5 Soldier team responsible for Civil Affairs Operations during deployment across Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia in support of V Corps and EUCOM priorities. I led our team in conducting military operations, establishing, and revitalizing relationships with military partners, and developing new green field relationships to improve interagency coordination and interoperability. While deployed, we re-established a full time Civil Affairs Team in Lithuania, facilitated US support to Lithuanian and Latvian multinational exercises, and led numerous training exchanges with host nation military partners on topics from Military Decision Making to Civil Affairs, Civil Military Cooperation, and Crisis Response. We frequently engaged with the Latvian population through interactive community engagement such as first aid education familiarization, static displays, school visits, and volunteering. We facilitated US Army participation in these events to deepen relationships between the Army and the populations we serve. Community engagement required multinational and multi-agency coordination between the US Embassy Riga, US Army, Latvian National Armed Forces, and civilian counterparts. Several outreach events impacted upwards of 1,500 people, and publicized by the US Army and Latvia news, highlighted in the below links to media coverage. Show less

Dual Role - forward deployed to Boston in April with Urban Augmentation Medical Task Force as the XO for UAMTF 801-1, coordinating military movement and coordination with planning teams. We worked with Massachusetts National Guard and Marines to provide eighty-five personnel to staff a 48-bed wing of the Boston Hope Field Hospital; our team treated over 300 COVID Patients in a 3-week period until COVID stabilized in Boston. Field Medical Officer at the home Unit in a Combat Support… Show more Dual Role - forward deployed to Boston in April with Urban Augmentation Medical Task Force as the XO for UAMTF 801-1, coordinating military movement and coordination with planning teams. We worked with Massachusetts National Guard and Marines to provide eighty-five personnel to staff a 48-bed wing of the Boston Hope Field Hospital; our team treated over 300 COVID Patients in a 3-week period until COVID stabilized in Boston. Field Medical Officer at the home Unit in a Combat Support Hospital. Managed unit's Lodging in Kind Program through record audits and site visits. Oversaw Safety Program for 450 Soldiers and made decisions with Command team for severe weather plans, fire safety, and weapons safety. Show less

361st Medical Logistics Company - Des Moines, Iowa Executive Officer: 2018-2019- Executive Officer for the 361st Medical Logistics Company. Tasked with overall supervision and execution of all missions and directives for the entire unit, comprised of seventy-two soldiers. Second in command for the unit and responsible for ensuring that the unit is fully mission capable. Platoon Leader: 2017-2018- Platoon Leader for 2nd Platoon, Maintenance Section. Tasked with oversight… Show more 361st Medical Logistics Company - Des Moines, Iowa Executive Officer: 2018-2019- Executive Officer for the 361st Medical Logistics Company. Tasked with overall supervision and execution of all missions and directives for the entire unit, comprised of seventy-two soldiers. Second in command for the unit and responsible for ensuring that the unit is fully mission capable. Platoon Leader: 2017-2018- Platoon Leader for 2nd Platoon, Maintenance Section. Tasked with oversight and leadership on vehicle maintenance for the 361st MEDLOG Company, consisting of sixteen vehicles ranging from HMWVVS, FMTV Heavy trucks, a flatbed trailer, Mobile Glasses labs, and assorted generators to power the equipment. Managed biomedical technicians to enable their performance of duties as expert repair personnel for specialized medical equipment, such as ventilators or imaging technology. - Led and oversaw twenty-six total subordinates in planning training events and execution of plans. Training included physical fitness, medical readiness, and essential Soldier skills such as battlefield communications, first aid, and movement. Performed various additional duties such as ADVON, company commander, and safety officer responsibilities. 330th Medical Brigade - Fort Sheridan, Iowa Assistant S3, Plans and Operations: 2016-2017- Assistant S3 for the 330th Medical Brigade. Charged with aiding efforts to create, manage, and design a coordinated training plan for three subordinate Army units totaling over 2,000 Soldiers. I worked specifically in the Future Plans department, focusing our time on long range plans for the next fiscal year. Focused on large, culminating training events. Performed additional duties as Battle Captain during Exercises in the Tactical Operations Center to guide team members on priorities in response to a changing battlefield. Show less

Part time role while in Nursing School:Peer tutor helping educate fellow students at Resurrection University as a part time role while in school. Worked 1:1 with other students in classes that I've completed to help them better understand tough subjects like pharmacology, pathophysiology, and EKGs, and helping in broad subjects like writing and statistics.

Clinical Experience during Nursing School1) Invasive Cardiology and Maternal and Newborn Health Clinicals conducted at Northwestern Medical Center2) Med-Surgical, Mental Health, Orthopedic and Long-Term Rehab Clinicals conducted at St. Mary Elizabeth Medical CenterImplemented treatment plans and patient care in various settings. Administered medication in accordance with 5 patient rights. Reviewed EKG Rhythms and various labs like CBC and Electrolyte or Metabolic Panels. Provided… Show more Clinical Experience during Nursing School1) Invasive Cardiology and Maternal and Newborn Health Clinicals conducted at Northwestern Medical Center2) Med-Surgical, Mental Health, Orthopedic and Long-Term Rehab Clinicals conducted at St. Mary Elizabeth Medical CenterImplemented treatment plans and patient care in various settings. Administered medication in accordance with 5 patient rights. Reviewed EKG Rhythms and various labs like CBC and Electrolyte or Metabolic Panels. Provided G-Tube Feedings, Foley Catheter care, ambulation, bed baths, IV assistance. Assisted in 1 vaginal delivery. De-escalated mental health crisis with patients through therapeutic communication. Performed admissions and discharges, IVs, medication reconciliation, French Catheter removals, sterile field preparation and surgical room assistance. Provided post anesthesia care, bladder catheterizations, and specialized care to prepare and discharge patients after cardiac catheterization procedures. Show less

Part Time role while in nursing school:Assisted physical therapists with direct patient care through exercise demonstration, education, and facilitating physical therapy sessions. Physical therapy interventions used with PT supervision included exercise assistance, ice and heat, and electric stimulation therapies.Worked in the front office administration assistance to help patients with administrative tasks such as scheduling, checking, and insurance questions.

Solution Specialist responsible for guiding clients in the manufacturing, oil and gas, engineering industries achieve Operation Excellence via risk management software. Consulted on and sold with Sphera's software as a service products. Products were oriented towards providing improved Risk Mitigation and Management, Environmental Performance initiatives and Product Stewardship. Responsible for the full end to end sales cycle of finding prospects, utilizing Solution Selling model to… Show more Solution Specialist responsible for guiding clients in the manufacturing, oil and gas, engineering industries achieve Operation Excellence via risk management software. Consulted on and sold with Sphera's software as a service products. Products were oriented towards providing improved Risk Mitigation and Management, Environmental Performance initiatives and Product Stewardship. Responsible for the full end to end sales cycle of finding prospects, utilizing Solution Selling model to merge the sales cycle and procurement cycle, and negotiating the final deal. Left position voluntarily in good standing to prepare for nursing school and complete ongoing projects with the Army. Show less

Senior Sales Agent and Life Insurance represenative for one of the nations largest life insurance brokers. Responsible for conducting consultative, direct to consumer sales via phone, working with 20-35 clients a day. Provided professional guidance on a clients insurance needs. Depending on the client's needs and qualificaitons, we recommend, sell and manage life insurance policies. Aided in quality assurance and assisting customers with their existing policies as necessary.

Personal trainer at Fitness Formula Clubs - Old Town location. Responsible for training clients with various needs and goals and improving their lives. Responsible for personal welcoming and integration of new club members. Maintain exercise equipment in working function. Provide exciting, fun work out environment to all club members and ensure that the training floor is clear and free of clutter for an inclusive environment.

Student Internship during College:Shadowed the head strength coach in UD's strength and conditioning department. Attended to odd tasks, maintained the weight room's appearance, and distributed post workout nutrition. Set up and assisted with agility and conditioning drills. When possible, aided the athletes through technique tips and spotting. Worked with men's and women's soccer, men's and women's tennis, and football.

Part Time Job during College:I inspected and audited the furniture and housing of University of Dayton's campus living. I worked with a crew to inspect, equip, and arrange the furnishings of several hundred living spaces for students. I also repaired and replaced furniture pieces during the school year as needed.