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May 6, 2024

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MARIE JOHNSON

E-mail address: hello@kickresume.com

Phone: 555-555-5555

Professional Profile

Experienced and dedicated Cardiovascular Nurse with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care over 15 years in the healthcare industry. Demonstrated expertise in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, implementing nursing interventions to improve patient comfort, and advocating for patients. Passionate about advancing knowledge in cardiovascular physiology and anatomy, committed to ongoing professional development, and staying abreast of cutting-edge research in the field. Known for maintaining a calm and soothing demeanor in high-pressure cardiac environments, adept at educating patients and their families to promote improved health outcomes.

EXPERIENCE

08/2010 - 03/2018, Cardiac RN, Shepherd Medical Center, Quebec, Canada

Served as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, providing care for patients on the cardiac floor post bypass, cardiac catheterization MI, and other co-occurring conditions.
Played a key role in initiating a cardiac program focused on managing dyspnea and chest pain for CHF patients in their homes to reduce emergency room visits and hospital admissions.
Developed important relationships with primary care physicians, cardiologists, and other clinicians to ensure continuity of care for hospice patients through symptom management.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic studies such as lab work, EKGs, ECHO, and stress tests to facilitate appropriate management of patient conditions.
Delivered high-quality patient care in various clinical settings, including pre-op and peri-op care, serving as a circulating nurse during surgery and maintaining sterile procedures.
Provided on-demand nursing support during times of high patient volumes and staff shortages.
Initiated IV therapy, including antibiotic and cardiac drips, monitored blood transfusions, and managed pain effectively.

03/2002 - 04/2010, Cardiac Nurse Specialist, Crystal Coast Hospital, Ottawa, Canada

Collaborated with cardiologist and cardiovascular surgeons to treat critically ill cardiovascular patients following bypass, pacemaker, or angioplasty heart surgery.
Coordinated patient care with doctors, nurses, medical staff, and case managers.
Provided emotional support and communicated effectively with patients and their families.
Conducted stress tests, EKGs, and 2D Echo tests on cardiac patients to monitor physical activity.
Documented patient medical history, symptoms, and administered treatments and medications following doctor's orders.
Monitored and maintained heart devices such as defibrillators and pacemakers.

03/2005 - 05/2007, Student Practitioner, University of Quebec, Quebec, Canada

Shadowed and supported cardiac nurses in their daily tasks.
Collaborated with nursing team to observe and learn best practices.
Assisted with patient care under supervision of experienced professionals.

EDUCATION

05/2002 - 07/2003, Registered Nurse Certification, University of Quebec, Toronto, Canada

Achieved a GPA of 3.92
Recognized as the recipient of the 2003 Academic Excellence Award.

02/1992 - 03/1996, Bachelor’s of Science, Cardiac Nursing, University of Quebec, Ottawa, Canada

Core Qualifications

Emergency Care

Telemetry monitoring

Medication administration

EKG, 2D Echo, CAD

Skills

Strong Patient Assessment

Excellent Nursing and Clinical skills

Effective Communication Skills

Preceptor

Adept at Prioritizing/Managing Deadlines

Strong Clinical Judgment

Volunteer Experience

09/2014 - present, ORGAN DONATION COORDINATOR, Canadian Organ Donation Services

LICENSES

08/2000, REGISTERED CARDIAC NURSE, QUEBEC SHEPHERD HOSPITAL

Milan Šaržík, CPRW

Certified Professional Résumé Writer

Milan’s work-life has been centered around job search for the past three years. He is a Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW™) as well as an active member of the Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Careers Coaches (PARWCC™). Milan holds a record for creating the most career document samples for our help center – until today, he has written more than 500 resumes and cover letters for positions across various industries. On top of that, Milan has completed studies at multiple well-known institutions, including Harvard University, University of Glasgow, and Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.

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