ICU Nurse - CHI Health Bergan Mercy - Omaha, NE
(2025-08)
- Administered critical medications and treatments to stabilize patients in intensive care.
- Monitored patient vital signs and responded swiftly to changes in condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies.
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Emergency Department Float Pool Registered Nurse - CHI Health - Omaha, NE
(2023-09 - 2025-08)
- Assess and treats a wide variety of conditions from minor injuries to life-threatening traumas
- Administer medications, fluids and blood products
- Support trauma teams during emergency procedures, provides life-saving interventions, while monitoring and continually assessing patient's condition
- Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver timely and effective care
- Communicating effectively with patient and their families regarding their care and plan for discharge/transfer/admission
- Ensure efficient patient turnover and assist with patient education and discharge.
Circulating OR Nurse - Pacific Surgery Center - Omaha, NE
(2022-10 - 2024-05)
- Anticipated potential needs in the operating room environment by maintaining an organized workspace and replenishing supplies as needed for efficient workflow.
- Managed the care of surgical instruments throughout procedures, ensuring proper handling, cleaning, and sterilization to uphold patient safety standards.
- Streamlined communication between surgical team members, ensuring accurate sharing of critical information during procedures.
- Ensured proper positioning of patients during surgeries, minimizing risk of injury or discomfort.
- Promoted teamwork among OR staff by fostering a positive work environment based on mutual respect and shared goals.
Travel Registered Nurse - Fusion Medical Staffing - Omaha, NE
(2019-06 - 2022-10)
- Administered medications, accurately tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, conducting both initial and ongoing evaluations.
- Monitored and managed a range of treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens
- Documented patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and potential medication side effects.
- Reviewed physician orders and administered appropriate therapies, treatments, and medications
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse - Pawnee City Memorial Hospital - Pawnee City, NE
(2018-01 - 2019-05)
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for further assessment and treatment.
- Monitored and documented patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and any medication side effects.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
Newborn/Postpartum Registered Nurse - Beatrice Community Hospital And Health Center - Beatrice, NE
(2016-03 - 2018-01)
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, conducting both initial and ongoing evaluations to ensure optimal care
- Evaluated patient needs, prioritized treatments, maintained patient flow,and supported physicians during non-invasive procedures
- Communicated effectively with parents, providing guidance on daily care for newborn
- Supported patients and families during stressful situations, promoting comfort, recovery, and reducing compliance issues
- Advocated for patient needs within the interdisciplinary team
- Provided care for newborns, including bathing, feeding, and monitoring vital signs
- Adhered to strict safety protocols, including verifying medication dosages before administration
- Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications while closely monitoring patient reaction
- Monitored post-operative vital signs, set up PCA, managed fluids, review post-op orders, and ensured smooth patient transition to the unit
Scrub Nurse - Jefferson Community Health and Life - Fairbury, NE
(2015-05 - 2016-01)
- Prepared operating rooms by organizing and verifying equipment, ensuring compliance with aseptic standards
- Set up the operating room for patient procedures and assisted with post-procedure clean up
- Assisted surgeons in achieving optimal outcomes, providing requested instruments and supplies promptly
- Monitored and inspected surgical equipment during procedures to ensure proper functionality.
- Counted and documented surgical instruments and sponges following the completion of surgeries
- Reduced surgery preparation time through efficient coordination with surgical team members and proper organization of equipment.
