Portland Pleasant
@portlandpleasant
Experienced registered nurse with 23 years in diverse clinical settings.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Registered Nurse with over 23 years of diverse clinical experience, specializing in acute care, float pool, and leadership roles across various medical units including med-surg, cardiac progressive care, telemetry, and ICU. My adaptability and collaborative spirit allow me to thrive in both travel and staff RN positions, ensuring high-quality patient care in fast-paced environments.
Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my ability to mentor peers and lead quality initiatives that enhance patient outcomes. I am proficient in comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, and medication administration, with a strong focus on patient and family education. My experience includes managing high-acuity patients, performing critical interventions, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver optimal care.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Travel RN - Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
Mary Washington Hospital
May 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Provided direct care to a caseload of up to 5 high-acuity patients in a fast-paced progressive care environment. Managed pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing CABG, TAVR, TAA, and VATS procedures, with close monitoring of cardiac and respiratory status. Monitored patients requiring continuous telemetry and cardiac rhythm interpretation, promptly identifying and reporting arrhythmia,
Travel RN - Trauma Unit (Medical Surgical)
Barnes Jewish Hospital
Feb 2024 - May 2024 (3 months)
Provided comprehensive nursing care to a caseload of up to 6 trauma patients with complex, high-acuity needs including multi-system injuries, post-surgical recovery, and neurological compromise. Monitored and managed hemodynamics, wound sites, pain levels, neurological status, and critical labs, adjusting care based on rapid changes in patient condition. Collaborated closely with trauma surgeons,
Travel RN - Medical-Surgical Unit
Chesapeake Regional Hospital
Oct 2023 - Jan 2024 (3 months)
Delivered skilled nursing care to a consistent caseload of 7 patients on a busy med-surg unit, including post-operative orthopedic patients recovering from total knee and hip replacements, spinal surgeries, and other surgical interventions. Performed frequent assessments, managed surgical drains, administered IV and oral medications, and monitored for complications such as infections, DVTs, and po
Travel RN - Specialty Care Unit
University of Virginia Hospital, UVA Health
Oct 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year)
Provided comprehensive nursing care to a mixed population of medical-surgical patients and ventilator-dependent individuals in a 12-bed specialty unit. Monitored patients requiring continuous telemetry and cardiac rhythm interpretation, promptly identifying and reporting arrhythmias, rate changes, and cardiac events; collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely interventions and opti
Registered Nurse - Regional Float Pool
Bon Secours Health
Feb 2022 - Oct 2022 (8 months)
Served as a regional float pool RN, providing adaptable, high-quality nursing care across multiple hospitals within the health system. Floated between diverse units including medical-surgical, orthopedics, neurology, telemetry, and cardiac, often integrating quickly into unfamiliar teams and environments. Frequently assigned to telemetry and cardiac monitoring units across multiple hospitals, prov
Travel RN - Float RN Med-Surg/Telemetry
Stafford Hospital
Feb 2021 - Feb 2022 (1 year)
Served as a float pool RN, providing adaptable, high-quality nursing care across multiple units within the hospital. Floated between diverse units including medical-surgical, orthopedics, telemetry, and the 6 bed ICU; often integrating quickly into unfamiliar teams and environments. Monitored patients requiring continuous telemetry and cardiac rhythm interpretation, promptly identifying and report
Registered Nurse - Medical Stepdown
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
Oct 2020 - Feb 2021 (4 months)
Provided skilled nursing care to patients on a 28-bed intermediate medical care unit, serving both general medical-surgical and progressive care populations. Monitored patients with moderate to high acuity, including those requiring continuous cardiac telemetry, complex medication regimens, and close observation for deterioration. Monitored patients requiring continuous telemetry and cardiac rhyth
Registered Nurse - Comprehensive Care Unit
VCU Hospital
May 2020 - Oct 2020 (5 months)
Provided skilled nursing care to patients on a 32-bed intermediate medical care unit. Monitored patients with moderate to high acuity, including those requiring continuous cardiac telemetry, complex medication regimens, and close observation for deterioration. Performed detailed assessments, administered IV and oral medications, managed central lines, and responded to urgent changes in patient con
Registered Nurse - Float Pool
Mercy South Hospital
Mar 2018 - May 2020 (2 years 2 months)
Served as a float pool RN, providing adaptable, high-quality nursing care across multiple units within the hospital. Floated between diverse units including medical-surgical, orthopedics, neurology, telemetry, and cardiac, often integrating quickly into unfamiliar teams and environments. Frequently assigned to telemetry and cardiac monitoring units across multiple units, providing interpretation o
Travel RN - Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
St. Anthony's Medical Center
Mar 2017 - Mar 2018 (1 year)
Provided direct care to a caseload of up to 4 high-acuity patients in a fast-paced progressive care environment. Monitored patients requiring continuous telemetry and cardiac rhythm interpretation, promptly identifying and reporting arrhythmia, rate changes, and cardiac events; collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely interventions and optimal cardiac care. Delivered expert nursi
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Associate of Science, Nursing
Completed an Associate of Science in Nursing program, gaining foundational knowledge and practical skills essential for a registered nurse. The curriculum prepared me for diverse clinical settings and patient care responsibilities.
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