Somer Montgomery
Roanoke,VA
Summary
Accomplished professional Nurse proudly offering more than 12 years' expertise in the healthcare field. Experience ranges from fast-paced critical care to compassionate palliative care; and all in between. Strong focus on achieving results and patient satisfaction. Skilled in patient monitoring, pain management, and rapid response care. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring optimal outcomes in dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
LewisGale Medical Center
04.2019 - Current
- Manage care for inpatient and outpatient postoperative patients across a diverse range of surgical procedures.
- Provide exceptional recovery experience to patients with the priority of keeping them safe and comfortable with caseloads of up to 10-15 patients a day.
- Deliver specialized care to critical patients, including those on ventilators and with critical drips.
- Monitor airway, telemetry, vital signs, and pain levels.
- Collaborate closely with surgeons and anesthesiologists to address individual patient needs.
- Serve as unit charge nurse and preceptor, guiding and mentoring fellow nurses.
- Cross-trained in preoperative procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
LewisGale Medical Center
07.2016 - 04.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Served as charge nurse and preceptor.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
04.2014 - 02.2016
- Received intense PCU training and experience working on cardiovascular, cardiac, neurology, oncology, orthopedics, and post-op floors.
- Developed the ability to adapt to different care units daily; sometimes to multiple places in one day.
- Routinely used apparatuses such as: nasogastric tubes, wound vacs, foley catheters, and chest tubes.
- Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, offering emotional support to both patients and their loved ones during difficult times.
- Managed emergency situations with quick decision-making, stabilizing patients for further care.
- Streamlined patient discharge processes, facilitating smoother transition back to home care.
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Cushmac Family
11.2012 - 05.2014
- Provided complete, one-on-one nursing care to a quadriplegic in a home setting.
- Monitored ventilator settings and respiratory status.
- Performed tracheostomy and oral care.
- Carried out intermittent catheterization.
- Executed nightly range of motion exercises with proper body mechanics and positioning.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient's physical, emotional, and psychological needs, leading to appropriate interventions and referrals when necessary.
Education
B.S. - Nursing
American Public University
Charles Town, WV10.2020
A.A.S. - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
Springfield, VA05.2012
B.S. - Biology
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA01.2008
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Epic
- Meditech
- Pyxis
- Omnicell
- Charge nurse
- Preceptor
Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Virginia Nursing License Number: 0001241621
- Alabama Nursing License Number: 1-171568
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
LewisGale Medical Center
04.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
LewisGale Medical Center
07.2016 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
04.2014 - 02.2016
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Cushmac Family
11.2012 - 05.2014
A.A.S. - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
B.S. - Biology
George Mason University
B.S. - Nursing
American Public University
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