Nickelous French
Greenwood Village,CO
Summary
Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 2 1/2 years of direct patient care experience. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of mechanical circulatory support devices, continuous renal replacement therapy, mechanical ventilation and invasive hemodynamic monitoring. Expertise on inotropic, vasoactive and antihypertensive administration and titration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
02.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
ECMO Specialist
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
11.2023 - Current
- Streamlined ECMO protocols for increased efficiency and safety in critical care settings.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics for quality and safety within the ECMO program, contributing to a culture of excellence in patient care.
- Optimized patient comfort by regularly adjusting settings on the life support system based on individual needs and feedback from bedside nurses.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control practices while managing ECMO circuits, reducing the risk of device-related infections in patients.
- Enhanced team collaboration by leading interdisciplinary rounds and discussions on patient management.
- Served as a trusted resource for troubleshooting issues related to extracorporeal circuitry and equipment, minimizing downtime in patient treatment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless coordination of care for critically ill patients requiring ECMO support.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on advancements in ECMO technology, implementing new techniques and protocols as appropriate.
Certified Nursing Assistant
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
UCHEALTH Medical Center Of The Rockies
06.2019 - 02.2021
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Lead Chemical Operator
Sunrise Chemicals
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Developed safety protocols for handling hazardous materials, reducing workplace accidents and incidents.
- Managed inventory levels of raw materials and finished products, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing costs.
- Coordinated with other departments to optimize workflow, facilitating better communication between teams and increasing overall efficiency.
- Participated in regular safety audits to maintain a culture of accountability among team members at all levels within the organization.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by adhering to best practices for waste disposal and emissions control.
Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZNursing Undergraduate
Aims Community College
Greeley, COHutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KSBachelor of Science - Nursing
Denver College of Nursing
Denver, CO12.2021
Skills
- Administration and titration of vasopressors and antihypertensives
- Admission of postoperative cardiothoracic surgical patients including heart and lung transplants
- CRRT
- IABP
- LVAD/RVAD
- ECMO (VA/VV)
- Impella
- Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring (Swan-Ganz catheter)
- Fluid Balance Monitoring
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Anticoagulation Management
Certification
BLS/ACLS
CCRN
ECMO specialist
NIH Stroke Scale
MCS / IABP / Impella
CRRT
Timeline
ECMO Specialist
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
02.2021 - 02.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
UCHEALTH Medical Center Of The Rockies
06.2019 - 02.2021
Lead Chemical Operator
Sunrise Chemicals
06.2017 - 05.2019
University of Phoenix
Nursing Undergraduate
Aims Community College
Hutchinson Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Denver College of Nursing
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