Position sought: CVSICU New Grad RN

Lauren Blubaugh
Westminster, MD | 443-487-3996 | laurenblubaugh@gmail.com

EDUCATION
Carroll Community College Westminster, MD
Major: Nursing Graduating: May 2019

PRACTICUM
University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center Towson, MD
Cardiac Surgery ICU Feb 2019 – Present
Under supervision of RN preceptor:
• Perform head to toe assessments, including focused assessments such as cardiac and respiratory
• Administer PO, IV, IM and subcutaneous medications
• Educate patients on disease processes, post-operative care, and medications
• Assist with extubation and removal of Swan-Ganz catheters, chest tubes, and Foley catheters
• Maintain multiple IV drips to keep balance between sedation and stable vital signs per orders/protocol

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
UPMC Pinnacle Hanover Hospital Hanover, PA
Emergency Department Technician May 2018 - Present
• Initiate and discontinue IVs, monitor for phlebitis, infiltration, or other irritation
• Complete 12 lead EKGs and 3, 5, and 6 lead telemetry
• Construct various types of splints for fractured bones
• Assist doctors, nurses, and other support staff with patient procedures such as insertion of Foley catheters and
central lines, lumbar punctures, etc.

Carroll Hospital Center - Telemetry Westminster, MD

Patient Care Technician Mar 2018 - Nov 2018
• Collected lab specimens in adherence with safety protocols for phlebotomy
• Obtained vital signs and blood glucose to assist nurses in monitoring patients

Carroll Hospice - Dove House Westminster, MD

Hospice Aide July 2017 - Nov 2018
• Emotionally supported grieving families with empathy, compassion, and kindness
• Repositioned patients to promote comfort while preventing pressure ulcers

Long View Nursing Home Manchester, MD

CNA/GNA May 2016 - Sept 2017
• Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing, grooming, and exercise
• Promoted cognitive function by encouraging patient participation in games and conversation
• Aided patients with mobility and ambulation throughout the facility

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Westminster Parks and Recreation Westminster, MD
Day Camp Counselor & Childcare Provider April 2015 - May 2016
• Planned and managed age appropriate activities focused on physical and mental development
• Supported all children by active listening and providing comfort
• Monitored and corrected behaviors, and looked for signs of deeper problems such as depression and abuse