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Tessa Duncan

Fisherville

Summary

Distinguished as a Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse at Norton Audubon Hospital, I excel in hemodynamic monitoring and providing compassionate care. Leveraging critical care nursing skills, I improved patient outcomes through innovative treatment adjustments and effective family support. My expertise in clinical judgment and patient advocacy sets me apart in high-stakes environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse

Norton Audubon Hospital
Louisville, KY
07.2023 - Current
  • Utilized advanced medical equipment to monitor patients'' vital signs and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex cardiac patients.
  • Contributed to policy and procedure development within the unit, ensuring adherence to best practice guidelines for cardiac care.
  • Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
  • Evaluated hemodynamic parameters using invasive monitoring tools such as arterial lines or pulmonary artery catheters to guide therapy decisions appropriately.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently monitoring cardiac telemetry and promptly responding to critical changes.

Student Nurse Apprentice

Norton Audubon Hospital
Louisville, KY
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Enhanced patient recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and reporting any significant changes to the supervising nurse.
  • Maintained a clean and safe patient environment, adhering to infection control protocols and minimizing risks for patients, staff, and visitors.
  • Achieved high patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to patients during clinical rotations.
  • Strengthened clinical decision-making abilities through consistent application of evidence-based practice guidelines during direct patient care experiences.

Patient Care Assistant

Norton Women's and Children's Hospital
Louisville, KY
12.2018 - 03.2021
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
  • Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
05-2023

Skills

  • Hemodynamic monitoring
  • ECG interpretation
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassionate care
  • Critical care nursing
  • Family support
  • Sedation management
  • Ventilator management
  • Vasoactive medication administration
  • Invasive line management

Timeline

Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse

Norton Audubon Hospital
07.2023 - Current

Student Nurse Apprentice

Norton Audubon Hospital
05.2022 - 05.2023

Patient Care Assistant

Norton Women's and Children's Hospital
12.2018 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Kentucky University
Tessa Duncan