Brianna Heyboer
Charleston
Summary
Dedicated ICU Nurse with nearly 3 years of hands-on critical care expertise, specializing in high-acuity patient management and advanced life support. Certified in ECMO and skilled in rapid response, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient outcomes in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rapid Response Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive physical examinations with an emphasis on identifying signs of distress or deteriorating health status.
- Performed rapid response assessments, utilizing the SBAR tool to identify changes in patient condition.
- Responded quickly to code blue situations in order to initiate life-saving interventions promptly.
ECMO Specialist
Medical University Of South Carolina
03.2024 - Current
- Evaluated laboratory values and monitored drug levels during ECMO treatment.
- Initiated life-saving interventions when necessary in order to stabilize a patient's condition prior to transport or surgery.
- Provided comprehensive care to the patient while on ECMO support including monitoring of organ function and adjusting settings accordingly.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted ECMO parameters as needed to optimize outcomes.
ICU Charge Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
01.2024 - Current
- Performed daily assessments of all ICU patients, evaluated patient's response to treatments and developed individualized plans of care.
- Maintained a safe environment for the ICU staff and patients by ensuring that all safety protocols were followed consistently.
- Demonstrated leadership skills by delegating duties appropriately among staff members.
- Evaluated staffing levels throughout shift to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Cardiac ICU RN
Medical University Of South Carolina
11.2022 - Current
- Administered emergency resuscitative measures when necessary according to advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters in critically ill cardiac patients.(ex: Swan Catheters, flow-tracks, & Arterial lines).
- Manage Mechanical circulatory devices; Intra-aortic balloon pump, and Manage bedside continuous renal replacement therapy(CRRT).
Cardiac ICU Nurse
MUSC
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided care for a patient in acute cardiogenic shock requiring advanced hemodynamic support, including intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), Impella device, continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), and Swan-Ganz catheter monitoring.
- Managed critically ill cardiac patients requiring complex interventions such as vasoactive drips, mechanical ventilation, ECMO, and post-cardiac surgery recovery, ensuring optimal hemodynamic stability and patient outcomes
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
MUSC
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Creighton University
Omaha, NE12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO12.2020
Skills
- Ultrasounds IV Certified
- Intraosseous Vascular Access Certified
- Arterial Blood draws
- ECG Interpretation
Certification
- CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse)
- CMC (Cardiac Medicine Certification)
- TNCC (Trauma Nurse Core Certification)
- ACLS (Advanced Life Support)
- PALS(Pediatric Advanced life support)
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
Accomplishments
- Certified Nurse of the Year 2025- MUSC
- ECMO Specialist Preceptor(3/2025)
- Nurse of the Month (4/2022)
- Rapid Response Preceptor (5/2025)
- Charge Nurse of MS/CICU 01/24
- Quality improvement project: Pulmonary Artery Catheter Order Set MUSC (4/2024-Current)
- Preceptor ICU Nurse (05/23)
- Chair of Recruitment & Retention Committee MSICU (11/24-current)
- MSICU Shared Governance Committee
- 36 CRNA Shadowing Hours
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Rapid Response Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
04.2024 - Current
ECMO Specialist
Medical University Of South Carolina
03.2024 - Current
ICU Charge Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
01.2024 - Current
Cardiac ICU Nurse
MUSC
03.2023 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/Cardiac ICU RN
Medical University Of South Carolina
11.2022 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
MUSC
01.2022 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Creighton University
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