Cameron Webster
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic registered nurse with extensive experience, specializing in critical care and post-operative recovery. Proven ability to manage complex patient needs, including ECMO, IABP, Impella, and CRRT. While always fostering a supportive environment for patients and families. Recognized for exceptional patient care, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE
University of Chicago
Chicago
07.2024 - Current
- MICIU/CVICU
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
REGISTERED NURSE
MedStar Washington Hospital
Washington
02.2024 - 05.2024
- CCU/CVICU/CVRR (Travel Assignment.)
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
REGISTERED NURSE
Saint Vincent Hospital
Worcester
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Mixed ICU (Travel Assignment.)
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
REGISTERED NURSE
Northwestern Hospital
Chicago
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Interventional Radiology
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's instructions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in procedures and provided support during surgeries and examinations.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
REGISTERED NURSE
Tufts Medical Center
Boston
11.2022 - 08.2023
- CCU
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Assisted in procedures and provided support during surgeries and examinations.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital protocols and safety procedures.
- Advocated for patients' needs and coordinated resources for optimal care.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Scan) Technologist
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston
08.2019 - 08.2023
- Operated computed tomography scanners for patient imaging procedures.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during imaging sessions.
- Collaborated with radiologists to discuss imaging requirements.
- Documented patient history and prepared records for review.
- Educated patients on preparation and aftercare instructions.
- Assisted in training new technologists on protocols and procedures.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Administered IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals and antispasmodics to patients.
Critical Care Technician
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston
05.2021 - 05.2022
- SICU
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in patient transport within the critical care unit.
- Supported nurses in performing routine clinical procedures and tasks.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing per physician order using appropriate techniques.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving life-threatening conditions such as cardiac arrests or respiratory failure.
- Assisted with insertion of arterial lines, central venous catheters and chest tubes under direct supervision of a registered nurse.
- Performed therapeutic measures such as suctioning tracheostomy tubes, colostomy irrigations, wound dressings, bladder irrigation and catheterization.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Dana-Farber
Boston
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Administered radioactive materials for diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Operated nuclear medicine equipment to capture high-quality images.
- Prepared and calibrated imaging devices before patient procedures.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING (BSN)
MGH Institute For Health Professions
Boston, MA05.2022
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY (BS)
MCPHS University
Boston, MA08.2018
Skills
- Critical care for patient population’s pre/post-operatively with vasoactive medication, ventilator management, and mechanical circulatory support management
- Recovering patients initially post-operatively after undergoing coronary bypass-grafting, valvular surgeries, open-heart transplantation, and lung transplantation
- Promotes safe, clean, therapeutic environment for patients, families, and staff
- Acknowledges cultural, spiritual, and financial differences that exist among staff and patients to promote an inclusive environment
- Caring for patients with right and left ventricular assist devices including Heartware, Heartmate II, Heartmate III, Impella CP, Impella RP, Impella 55, and Centrimag’s
- Caring for patients with Intra-aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) therapy
- Care for patients requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)
- VA, VV, VVV, VVA
- Initiating, monitoring, and terminating Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Working closely with attending physicians and residents of multiple interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
- Frequently immersed and accustomed with invasive hemodynamic monitoring, titration of vasoactive drips, mechanically ventilated patients, and stabilization of declining patients
- Preferred RN for gaining IV access due to extensive training and use of many brands
- Delegates responsibilities to others with an understanding of their roles, knowledge, and capabilities
- Preceptor of new ICU nurses and those training with mechanical circulatory support
Certification
- Registered Nurse, State of Massachusetts Compact License, # RN2372260, ’22-present
- Registered Nurse, State of Illinois, # 041.548065, ’23-present
- Registered Nurse, State of California, # 95366309
- Registered Nurse, State of Washington DC, # RN500016685
- Registered Technologist of Nuclear Medicine, State of Massachusetts, ’19-present
- Registered Technologist of Computed Tomography, State of Massachusetts, ’19-present
- ACLS, American Heart Association, 2021-present
- NIHSS, American Stroke Association, 2023-present
- BLS, American Heart Association, 2015-present
- PALS, American Heart Association, 2023-present
Community Service
Dedicated to fostering inclusivity and supporting underrepresented communities, I actively participate in community service by donating clothing to LGBTQIA+ outreach centers. Through these contributions, I aim to provide essential resources to individuals in need, promoting dignity and self-expression. These efforts reflect my commitment to equity and my belief in the importance of creating safe, affirming spaces for marginalized populations.
Affiliations
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses
- American Registered Radiology Technologists
- American Society of Radiology Technologists
- Illinois Nurses Association
- Massachusetts Nurses Association
Clinical Leadership Roles
- Hand Hygiene Improvement Committee
- "Preferred name" initiative for CT Screening Forms and expanding Gender Identity selection
- Hazmat Response Team
- Preceptor Committee
- AACN Conferences
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE
University of Chicago
07.2024 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
MedStar Washington Hospital
02.2024 - 05.2024
REGISTERED NURSE
Saint Vincent Hospital
12.2023 - 02.2024
REGISTERED NURSE
Northwestern Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
REGISTERED NURSE
Tufts Medical Center
11.2022 - 08.2023
Critical Care Technician
Massachusetts General Hospital
05.2021 - 05.2022
Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Scan) Technologist
Massachusetts General Hospital
08.2019 - 08.2023
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Dana-Farber
06.2018 - 06.2021
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING (BSN)
MGH Institute For Health Professions
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY (BS)
MCPHS University
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