Mariah Byrd
Telford
Summary
Dynamic Charge Nurse with extensive ICU experience at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center, excelling in emergency response and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven track record in enhancing patient safety and leading quality improvement initiatives. Skilled in critical thinking and CRRT therapy, effectively managing complex patient care and fostering strong team relationships.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
James H. Quillen VA Medical Center
Johnson City
10.2015 - Current
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams throughout hospital departments.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Led initiatives to improve patient safety and quality of care, staying updated with the latest ICU practices and technologies.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Johnson City Medical Center
Johnson City
08.2012 - 10.2015
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams throughout hospital departments.
- Performed intubations, chest tube insertions, central line placements, and arterial line placements.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
Registered Nurse
Johnson City Medical Center
Johnson City
05.2010 - 08.2012
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Walters State Community College
Morristown, TN05-2010
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinking
- Emergency response
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient safety
- Quality improvement
- Charge Nurse
- CODE BLUE/RAPID RESPONSE TEAM leader
- CRRT therapy
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Charge Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
James H. Quillen VA Medical Center
10.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Johnson City Medical Center
08.2012 - 10.2015
Registered Nurse
Johnson City Medical Center
05.2010 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Walters State Community College
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