Pamela Athey
West Springfield
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in managing critically ill patients with complex cardiac conditions. Proficient in advanced hemodynamic monitoring and mechanical circulatory support devices. Expertise in coordinating multidisciplinary care and ensuring patient safety in high-acuity environments. Committed to delivering evidence-based, compassionate care to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse CCRN
Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
Falls Church
03.2023 - Current
- Delivered direct care to critically ill patients with complex cardiac conditions.
- Monitored advanced hemodynamic parameters to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered high-risk medications with precision and safety.
- Coordinated care plans during multidisciplinary rounds for comprehensive treatment approaches.
- Precepted nurses on mechanical circulatory support devices to enhance skill sets.
- Participated in hospital committees focused on improving patient outcomes and nursing training.
ICU Nurse Extern
MedStar St. Mary's Hospital
Leonardtown
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, medications, and vital signs.
- Managed critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit through ongoing assessment and monitoring.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders under RN supervision
Certified Nursing Assistant
MedStar St. Mary's Hospital
Leonardtown
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of patient environments through regular maintenance.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
American Public University
Charleston, WV01-2025
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MD01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT04-2009
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- ECMO VV/VA
- Intra-aortic Balloon Pumps
- Impella
- Targeted Temperature Management with Arctic Sun
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Ultrasound-guided IV placement
- Advanced hemodynamic monitoring, including arterial lines and Swan-Ganz catheters
- Management of ventilated patients
- Interpretation of lab results, including ABGs
- Management of patients pre- & post-operatively, especially for heart/lung transplants and other cardiac procedures
- Safe administration of high-risk medications, including paralytics and sedatives
Certification
- CCRN October 2024
- ACLS June 2025
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Graduated Summa Cum Laude with BSN January 2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse CCRN
Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
03.2023 - Current
ICU Nurse Extern
MedStar St. Mary's Hospital
05.2022 - 02.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
MedStar St. Mary's Hospital
10.2021 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
American Public University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
College of Southern Maryland
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Brigham Young University