Mary Blanke
Evansville
Summary
Dedicated pediatric RN with over five years of experience, including two years at a leading pediatric hospital and valuable service at mission hospitals in low-resource settings. Expertise in delivering compassionate, safe, and patient-centered nursing care in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to adapt to diverse clinical challenges while maintaining a strong focus on the well-being of young patients. Committed to continuous professional development and enhancing care quality through evidence-based practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric ICU RN
Valley Hospital
09.2025 - Current
- Provide nursing care for critically ill patients within the PICU.
- Conduct thorough assessments of patient conditions to inform treatment decisions.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Pediatric RN
Kapsowar Hospital
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Floated to various wards: Pediatric, Newborn Unit, PACU, and Women.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care.
Pediatric ICU RN
Nationwide Children's Hospital
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Provided nursing care for critically ill patients within the PICU.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Contributed to efficient care coordination by collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other support staff to ensure timely patient discharges and smooth transitions between care settings.
Pediatric ICU RN
Mission Hospital
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided nursing care for critically ill patients within the PICU.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Evaluated patient progress and adapted care strategies to improve health outcomes effectively.
Pediatric and Women's Ward RN
Egbe Hospital
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided nursing care for patients in the women and children's ward.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing clinical competencies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and preventive measures.
Pediatric Float Pool RN
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Floated to various units: PICU, NICU, and MS.
- Monitored conscious sedation and intubation during sedated MRIs, CTs, and IR procedures.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Pediatric CVICU RN
University of Virginia Medical Center
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided nursing care for critically ill patients within the CVICU.
- Monitored hemodynamic status of patients and titrated vasoactive and sedative medications.
- Utilized invasive devices such as arterial lines, central lines, CVPs, pacemakers, foleys, and chest tubes.
Pediatric ICU RN
MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Provide nursing care for critically ill patients within the PICU.
- Safely and competently cared for patients during emergent situations such as intubations, central line insertions, and conscious sedation.
- Closely monitored patients, recognized clinical changes, and alerted physicians for interventions.
Adolescent MS RN
Brenner Children's Hospital
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided nursing care to adolescents.
- Advocated for and encouraged patient independence in the healing process.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
Pediatric Home Health RN
Maxim Health Care
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided customized home health care.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions effectively.
- Educated on the growth and development of a child with a tracheostomy.
Pediatric Float Pool RN
Cincinnati Children's
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Floated to various units: PICU, CVICU, NICU, MS, BMT, and Oncology.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to elevate standards of care and improve patient safety measures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Camp RN
YMCA Camp Lakewood
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Care and health maintenance of Camp Lakewood campers and staff.
- Administered first aid and medication to campers and staff, ensuring safety and health compliance.
- Monitored camper health conditions, documenting changes and communicating with parents as needed.
Education
BSN -
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05.2020
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Patient monitoring
- Clinical treatment
- Family advocacy
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) 2019-Present
- Registered Nurse (RN) 2020-Present
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) 2021-Present
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) 2023-Present
- Critical Care Certified Registered Nurse (CCRN) 2025
Timeline
Pediatric ICU RN
Valley Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Pediatric RN
Kapsowar Hospital
06.2025 - 07.2025
Pediatric ICU RN
Nationwide Children's Hospital
01.2025 - 05.2025
Pediatric ICU RN
Mission Hospital
08.2024 - 12.2024
Pediatric and Women's Ward RN
Egbe Hospital
11.2023 - 05.2024
Pediatric Float Pool RN
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
08.2023 - 11.2023
Pediatric CVICU RN
University of Virginia Medical Center
08.2023 - 11.2023
Pediatric ICU RN
MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital
02.2023 - 05.2023
Adolescent MS RN
Brenner Children's Hospital
09.2022 - 01.2023
Pediatric Home Health RN
Maxim Health Care
04.2021 - 08.2022
Pediatric Float Pool RN
Cincinnati Children's
08.2020 - 08.2022
Camp RN
YMCA Camp Lakewood
06.2020 - 08.2020
BSN -
Ball State University
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