Emily Ortega
Fort Wayne
Summary
Accomplished ICU Nurse with a proven track record at Veteran Administration Hospital, adept in ventilator management and interpersonal communication. Excelled in resource utilization and patient advocacy, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Skilled in mentoring staff and streamlining care protocols, demonstrating exceptional clinical judgment and cultural competency.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Nurse
Veteran Administration Hospital
04.2017 - Current
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult and geriatric ICU patients.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Hospital
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Collaborated across disciplines to coordinate disposition, referral and psychosocial support needs.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
RN Case Manager
Lutheran Home Healthcare
06.2013 - 06.2016
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Lutheran Hospital
11.2009 - 06.2013
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to cardiovascular icu patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Disbursement Clerk
United States Naval Service
05.1994 - 05.1998
- Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
- Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
- Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
- Developed and implemented payroll procedures to streamline workflow.
- Processed timecards and payroll data for team of employees.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT02-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN05-2009
Skills
- Resource utilization
- End-of-life care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Clinical judgment
- Ventilator management
- Interpersonal communication
- Cultural Competency
- Blood transfusion administration
Timeline
ICU Nurse
Veteran Administration Hospital
04.2017 - Current
Telemetry Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Hospital
06.2016 - 04.2017
RN Case Manager
Lutheran Home Healthcare
06.2013 - 06.2016
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Lutheran Hospital
11.2009 - 06.2013
Disbursement Clerk
United States Naval Service
05.1994 - 05.1998
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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