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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Volunteer Experience
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GIOVANNA MILLER

Pinehurst

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at UNC Medical Center, excelling in critical care and cardiac management. Proven ability in patient education and complex problem-solving, enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration and mentorship. Skilled in advanced life-saving devices, demonstrating strong clinical judgment in high-pressure environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Richmond Community College
Hamlet
06.2025 - Current
  • Developed instructional materials for nursing courses and clinical practice.
  • Facilitated hands-on training sessions for nursing students in clinical settings.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments and clinical evaluations.
  • Collaborated with faculty to enhance curriculum and teaching strategies.
  • Provided mentorship to students on best practices in patient care.
  • Implemented feedback mechanisms to improve student learning experiences.

Registered Nurse

UNC Medical Center
Chapel Hill
07.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with cardiology team to develop patient care plans.
  • Monitored patient vitals in the Cardiothoracic ICU setting.
  • Educated families about procedures and post-operative care instructions.
  • Trained new staff on ICU protocols and best practices.
  • Conducted regular rounds on assigned patients to assess their physical condition, mental status, pain levels.
  • Trained in multiple life-saving devices: CRRT, LVADs, impellas, IABP, RVAD, ECMOs

Registered Nurse

FirstHealth Cardiology Services of Pinehurst
Pinehurst
09.2023 - 02.2025
  • Assisted physicians during complex diagnostic tests such as stress testing and stress echocardiograms.
  • Applied and educated patients on their continuous cardiac monitor.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement within the unit's processes and systems.
  • Volunteered as the clinic's safety coach participating in monthly fire safety check ins and quarterly environmental checks.
  • Process requests for medical records in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, ensuring proper authorization and documentation.
  • Assist with insurance verification, pre-authorization, and referral processes as needed.
  • Communicate with insurance carriers and healthcare providers to ensure timely and accurate pre-authorizations for medical procedures and treatments.
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain the confidentiality and security of patient information.

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

FirstHealth CSU
Pinehurst
05.2021 - 07.2022
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess and manage patients with various cardiac diagnoses such as CHF, MI, arrhythmias, valvular heart disease.
  • Promoted patient safety through the identification of potential risks or adverse events associated with medication administration or treatments being performed at the bedside.
  • Actively participated in daily rounds providing patient updates to physicians.
  • Informed physician of patient's condition during procedures; TEE/Cardioversion.
  • Administered conscious sedation safely according to established protocols prior to performing invasive procedures or diagnostic tests.
  • Provided patient and family education regarding cardiac conditions, medications, and post-operative care instructions.
  • Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes and chest tube management.
  • Educated individuals and families on health education and disease prevention.

Education

MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) - NURSE EDUCATOR

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT WILMINGTON
Wilmington, US
08.2024

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - NURSING

UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE-KNOXVILLE
Knoxville, US
05.2021

Skills

  • Critical Care
  • Cardiac Care
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Certification

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • Registered Nurse

Volunteer Experience

  • General Volunteer, Samarcand Training Academy, Jackson Springs, NC 10/5/2024
  • FIRST AID ATTENDANT, U.S. OPEN MEN'S GOLF, Pinehurst, NC, 06/01/24
  • FIRST AID ATTENDANT, U.S. OPEN WOMEN'S GOLF, Whispering Pines, NC, 06/01/22

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Richmond Community College
06.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

FirstHealth Cardiology Services of Pinehurst
09.2023 - 02.2025

Registered Nurse

UNC Medical Center
07.2022 - Current

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

FirstHealth CSU
05.2021 - 07.2022

MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) - NURSE EDUCATOR

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT WILMINGTON

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - NURSING

UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE-KNOXVILLE

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