Vaughan Garrigan
Palos Park
Summary
Diligent Nurse Practitioner with solid background in patient care and medical treatments. Proven track record of providing comprehensive healthcare, managing a wide range of conditions, and improving patient outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in diagnosing and treating medical conditions while collaborating with healthcare teams. Possessing calm and compassionate traits essential for high-stress environments, I am well-prepared to excel in the acute care setting.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Midwest Express Clinic
07.2024 - Current
- Evaluating and treating patients who range from infant to geriatric with acute illness and injuries in a fast paced and high-volume setting
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
Critical Care Transport Nurse
Superior Air-Ground Ambulance
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Evaluate and provide care to patients ranging from newborn to geriatric, who require skilled critical care intervention/management during transport to a facility offering a higher level of care
- Maintained constant communication with destination facilities throughout transports; providing updates on patient status and estimated time of arrival.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in critical care nursing and transport medicine.
Nurse Practitioner
Interventional Radiology
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Performed patient rounding, comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories
- Perform procedures such as paracentesis, line removals, and drain removals
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to assist in determining best options for diagnosis and treatment
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
Nursing Faculty
Chamberlain University College of Nursing (CU)
04.2018 - 10.2022
- Conducted lecture for Critical Care Nursing and Health Assessment, instructed laboratories for Health Assessment and Fundamentals
- Developed strong rapport with students by maintaining open communication channels and demonstrating empathy towards their unique challenges.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing timely feedback and individualized coaching to promote academic success.
Registered Nurse
Palos Health, Emergency Department
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize interventions based on patient acuity levels
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations.
- Managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
Little Company of Mary Hospital, Cath Lab
07.2017 - 10.2017
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
Clinical Nursing Instructor
National University
06.2016 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse
St. Agnes Medical Center, Emergency Department
10.2015 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse
St. Agnes Medical Center, Observation/Telemetry
08.2014 - 10.2015
Registered Nurse
Madera Community Hospital, Emergency Department
04.2014 - 08.2015
- New-graduate ED RN training
EMT
Kurtz Ambulance Company
01.2011
Education
Family Nurse Practitioner, Post-Masters -
Loyola University
12.2021
Master of Science in Nursing - undefined
California State University
08.2015
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
California State University
12.2013
Bachelor of Science in Music - undefined
Illinois State University
12.2009
Skills
- Airway management
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Central line management
- Chest tube management
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced life support
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Trauma nursing
- Tracheostomy care
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Neonatal resuscitation program
- Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
- Emergency medical services
- Blood transfusion
- Ventilator management
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Treatment plan development
- Lab result evaluation
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Acute care expertise
- Pediatric care
GOALS
- Short Term: Interventional Radiology procedures such as, PICC line placement, central line placement, bone marrow biopsy, lumbar puncture, thoracentesis, paracentesis, lymph node biopsy Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
- Long Term: Attain terminal degree (DNP/PhD)
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center. (IL)
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing (IL, CA)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider – American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- NIH Stroke Scale
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC)
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Midwest Express Clinic
07.2024 - Current
Critical Care Transport Nurse
Superior Air-Ground Ambulance
09.2023 - 07.2024
Nurse Practitioner
Interventional Radiology
09.2022 - 09.2023
Nursing Faculty
Chamberlain University College of Nursing (CU)
04.2018 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse
Palos Health, Emergency Department
10.2017 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse
Little Company of Mary Hospital, Cath Lab
07.2017 - 10.2017
Clinical Nursing Instructor
National University
06.2016 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse
St. Agnes Medical Center, Emergency Department
10.2015 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse
St. Agnes Medical Center, Observation/Telemetry
08.2014 - 10.2015
Registered Nurse
Madera Community Hospital, Emergency Department
04.2014 - 08.2015
EMT
Kurtz Ambulance Company
01.2011
Master of Science in Nursing - undefined
California State University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
California State University
Bachelor of Science in Music - undefined
Illinois State University
Family Nurse Practitioner, Post-Masters -
Loyola University
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