Olivia McEvoy
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Red Lion
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience
Dedicated Registered Nurse skilled in patient-centered care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to implement tailored care plans and improve patient outcomes, while also showing compassionate and effective care to patients and families.
Work History
Registered Nurse
1 Year 10 Months- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing team for timely interventions.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient conditions and adjust care as needed.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies for improved outcomes.
- Assisted in the coordination of patient admissions and discharges, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Served as charge nurse for the unit, overseeing and being a resource to the nurses on the floor, communicating with families on patient care and updates, managing admissions and discharges while communicating with providers on patient status.
- Served as a preceptor for newly hired staff during their orientation, providing training and experience to foster growth and independence.
- Managed multiple patient assignment with appropriate time management while providing effective and calm patient care.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
2 Years 2 Months- Administered critical care interventions for patients experiencing severe illnesses and life-threatening conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to changes in patient conditions, ensuring optimal care.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions, endotracheal intubation, arterial line insertion, transvenous pacemaker placement, and bronchoscopies while maintaining strict sterile technique as needed.
- Managed multiple IV continuous medications at once, titrating medications as ordered in a safe and timely manner.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, family members, and patients on complex end-of-life decisions within the intensive care unit, as well as emotional support for the families.
- Served as charge nurse for unit, managing admissions and patient ratios, being a resource to nurses on unit, as well as acting as Rapid Response nurse to the entire hospital.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, facilitating orientation and integration into the ICU setting.
- Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations in the Medical ICU setting, fostering professional growth.
Rehab Nursing Technician
1 Year 1 Month- Assisted nursing staff in administering patient care and rehabilitation activities.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Assisted patients in maintaining personal hygiene by providing bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and other self-care services as needed.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
NICU Nurse Extern
3 Months- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in NICU environment under supervision of RN.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for neonates.
- Performed advanced assessments and interventions for critically ill newborns, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Educated families on neonatal care processes, fostering understanding and support during hospitalization.
- Utilized electronic medical records systems to document patient information accurately and efficiently.
- Educated new parents on proper infant care techniques including feeding, diapering, bathing, and swaddling to promote healthy growth at home.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining strict hygiene protocols and ensuring clean environments for premature infants.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
- Honoree of Phi Theta Kappa
- Honoree of Alpha Delta Nu
- Dean's List 2021-2023
- 3.76 GPA
- Extracurricular Activities: Professional Dance Company, City Volunteer work
Skills
Intravenous therapy
IV insertion and management
Intraosseous insertion
Intravenous therapy administration
Medication titration
Hemodynamic monitoring
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Ventilator support
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support,
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
UPMC Memorial Hospital
02.2024 - 04.2026Read More
NICU Nurse Extern
Wellspan Health- York Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2023Read More
Rehab Nursing Technician
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2022 - 01.2024Read More
Harrisburg Area Community College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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