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Chad Nelson

Loveland,CO

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional with strong background in critical care environments, equipped to handle high-stress situations and complex patient needs. Excel in team collaboration, adapting quickly to evolving circumstances and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in advanced patient monitoring, emergency response, and therapeutic interventions. Known for reliability, empathy, and strong communication abilities that enhance patient care and team efficiency.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Banner Health
06.2012 - Current
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing interventions to alleviate discomfort.
  • Educated patient, family members, and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.

Automotive Technician

Stan's Auto Service
03.2010 - 05.2010
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
11-2019

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Front Range Community College
Fort Collins, CO
05-2012

Bachelor of Science - Health And Exercise Science

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
12-2006

Skills

  • Hemodynamics monitoring
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Respiratory maintenance
  • Patient recovery assessments
  • Patient education
  • Discharge planning
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Effective communication

Certification

  • CCRN, American Association of Critical Care Nurses
  • TNCC, Emergency Nurses Association
  • NIHSS, National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale
  • BLS, American Heart Association
  • ACLS, American Heart Association

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Banner Health
06.2012 - Current

Automotive Technician

Stan's Auto Service
03.2010 - 05.2010

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Front Range Community College

Bachelor of Science - Health And Exercise Science

Colorado State University
Chad Nelson