David Levia
Golden
Summary
Well-qualified, hardworking and experienced ER Nurse who provides comprehensive emergency medical support and care to patients that are in vulnerable situations. Excels at managing healthcare needs within crisis situations that require immediate intervention. Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of trauma, gunshots, heart attacks, strokes, burns, psychiatric emergencies, drug addiction, withdrawal.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
HCA Continental
05.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Cross Country Nurses
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Boulder Community Hospital
06.2017 - 10.2021
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Updated patient charts using Epic with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Certified in Ultrasound guided peripheral vascular access.
- Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to dozens patients daily.
Registered Nurse
Boulder Community Hospital
03.2015 - 06.2017
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventative measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Developed care plans for patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment for post open heart surgery and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in progressive critical care units.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas, and intracranial hematomas.
Registered Nurse
Peak Nursing Civilian Contractor With The VA
09.2012 - 03.2015
- Coordinated Non-VA Orthopedic Care and all out patient services.
- Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Led successful 6-person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Devised and enhanced treatment strategies to promote continued progress.
- Worked with family members to develop support networks and multifaceted coping techniques focused on client needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Peak Nursing Agency
09.2009 - 05.2013
- Facilitated care for VA patients in a variety of settings including, outpatient clinics, podiatry, urology, cardiology and OEF/OIF admissions clinics.
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Processing Center
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bear Creek Nursing Center
08.2008 - 08.2012
- Performed care and maintained medications for 30 plus patients.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Lone Tree, CO11.2012
Health Science Diploma in Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
ECPI University
Manassas, VA05.2008
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA02.1998
Skills
- Ultrasound Guided Intravenous Therapy
- Welle Certified Trainer
- Patient and family advocacy
- Epic software proficiency
- Strong Communication Skills
- Emergency Procedures
- Critical care
- Trauma recovery
- Work quickly and efficiently under pressure
- Detail oriented
Certification
- ENPC- Emergency Nurse Pediatric Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life support
- NIHSS- National Institute of Health Stroke Survey
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- TNCC- Trauma Nurse Core Certification
- Welle Certified Training Instructor
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
HCA Continental
05.2022 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Cross Country Nurses
01.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Boulder Community Hospital
06.2017 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Boulder Community Hospital
03.2015 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse
Peak Nursing Civilian Contractor With The VA
09.2012 - 03.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse
Peak Nursing Agency
09.2009 - 05.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bear Creek Nursing Center
08.2008 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Health Science Diploma in Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
ECPI University
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Community College of Allegheny County
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