Rachelle McGlothlin
Indianapolis
Summary
Dynamic Critical Care Registered Nurse with 3 and a half years of experience in diverse treatments, techniques, and diagnostic procedures. Adaptable and quick to integrate into new teams, dedicated to providing exceptional immediate and individualized care. Demonstrated proficiency in using Epic, with a track record of efficient and effective triage. BLS/ACLS certified and willing to travel nationwide to meet healthcare facilities' requirements.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Medical ICU Nurse
Boulder Community Health
10.2025 - Current
- Provided targeted care and treatment to ortho, neuro, spine patients and those with lung diseases.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Managed ventilator-dependent patients effectively by monitoring settings, assessing lung function regularly, and working collaboratively with respiratory therapists.
- Administered critical medications and monitored patient responses in high-acuity settings.
Travel Medical ICU Nurse
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed critical situations calmly under pressure while coordinating necessary resources for optimal patient care.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying emergent conditions and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Streamlined communication between medical staff and families, ensuring timely updates on patients' progress and care.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
PRN Surgical ICU Nurse
Community Hospital North
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Provided evidence-based pain management strategies for post-operative patients, ensuring optimal comfort and recovery.
- Served as an advocate for patients' needs and preferences while working collaboratively with healthcare providers to deliver holistic care.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict infection control measures and maintaining a clean, organized environment.
- Provided comprehensive patient education on post-surgical care, wound management, and medication administration to facilitate optimal recovery.
PRN Psychiatric Nurse
Community Hospital North
04.2023 - 11.2024
- Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary.
Medical ICU Nurse
Community Hospital North
10.2022 - 11.2024
- Served as a resource for other unit nurses regarding complex cases or unfamiliar procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Performed advanced life support measures during rapid response calls or Code Blue events.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patients' progress, vital signs, and medication administration in electronic health records.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients while supporting their families through the process.
Behavioral Health Clinician
Behavioral Health Pavilion at Community Hospital North
10.2019 - 10.2022
- Participated in admission, screening, data collection, and discharge processes for patients and families alongside the psychiatric nurses.
- Provided therapeutic interventions based on collaborative treatment plans, including observing the milieu, individual therapeutic interactions with patients and families, facilitation of psycho-educational groups, supportive counseling, and patient/family teaching.
- Ensured safety of patients and staff including de-escalation of volatile situations.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
08.2017 - 04.2020
- Accurately and promptly prepared on average, over 200 prescription labels per day, while accurately dispensing the corresponding medications.
- Assisted the pharmacist in transferring prescriptions for patients, ensured stock availability, resolved issues that occurred with patients' insurance, and complied with HIPPA laws.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
Pharmacy Technician
Meijer Pharmacy
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Accurately trained new incoming pharmacy technicians on the Meijer system software and answered any questions.
- Correctly and promptly prepared on average, over 500 prescription labels per day, while accurately dispensing the corresponding medications.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Indiana University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05.2019
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Patient Safety
- Clinical judgment
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Airway Management
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Central Line Management
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Travel Medical ICU Nurse
Boulder Community Health
10.2025 - Current
Travel Medical ICU Nurse
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
11.2024 - 05.2025
PRN Surgical ICU Nurse
Community Hospital North
09.2023 - 11.2024
PRN Psychiatric Nurse
Community Hospital North
04.2023 - 11.2024
Medical ICU Nurse
Community Hospital North
10.2022 - 11.2024
Behavioral Health Clinician
Behavioral Health Pavilion at Community Hospital North
10.2019 - 10.2022
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
08.2017 - 04.2020
Pharmacy Technician
Meijer Pharmacy
08.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Indiana University Indianapolis