Pamela Unite
Baltimore
Summary
Critical Care Registered Nurse experienced in delivering evidence-based care in high-acuity Medical, Surgical, and Neuro Intensive Care settings across multiple international healthcare systems. Achieved enhanced patient safety and staff development through leadership roles as Charge Nurse, Resource Nurse, and Preceptor, while demonstrating expertise in advanced life-support therapies and neurocritical care procedures. Focused on providing compassionate, patient-centered care through sound clinical judgment and effective interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
Baltimore
05.2023 - Current
- Provide direct care for critically ill adult patients with complex medical, surgical, and neurological conditions requiring intensive monitoring and advanced life support.
- Manage patients requiring mechanical ventilation, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT), High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), BiPAP, Targeted Temperature Management (TTM), vasoactive medication infusions, and invasive hemodynamic monitoring.
- Deliver specialized neurocritical care for patients with acute ischemic stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage, subarachnoid hemorrhage, status epilepticus, traumatic brain injury, and other acute neurological disorders, including continuous EEG monitoring, TNK/tPA management, and post-mechanical thrombectomy care.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, recognize subtle clinical deterioration, and initiate timely interventions in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Coordinated staffing assignments, patient admissions, transfers, and discharges as Charge Nurse.
- Frequently serve as Resource Nurse, responding to hospital-wide Code Blue and Rapid Response Team activations, providing critical care expertise and clinical support during medical emergencies.
- Serve as a Preceptor for newly hired nurses, new graduate nurses, and experienced nurses transitioning into critical care practice by providing clinical education, mentorship, and competency development.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop individualized care plans and ensure seamless coordination of care.
Staff Nurse
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS
Sunderland
04.2018 - 03.2023
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for adult patients with a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions, with emphasis on metabolic and endocrine disorders.
- Managed patients with Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA), Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (HHS), diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders, adrenal disorders, electrolyte imbalances, and other complex medical conditions.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments, identified early signs of clinical deterioration, and initiated timely interventions while escalating concerns appropriately.
- Administered intravenous medications, insulin infusions, electrolyte replacement therapy, blood products, and other prescribed treatments while monitoring therapeutic response.
- Collaborated with physicians, diabetes specialist nurses, pharmacists, dietitians, physiotherapists, and the multidisciplinary team to develop individualized plans of care.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease management, medication adherence, nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and discharge planning.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation while promoting patient safety, infection prevention, and evidence-based nursing practice.
- Demonstrated effective prioritization, clinical judgment, and compassionate care while managing a diverse medical patient population in a fast-paced acute care environment.
Staff Nurse
King Abdullah Specialized Children’s Hospital
Riyadh
02.2013 - 02.2016
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for pediatric patients with general medical, metabolic, endocrine, and nephrology disorders.
- Managed children with inborn errors of metabolism (IEM), metabolic crises, Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA), diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders, adrenal disorders, nephrotic syndrome, acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, electrolyte imbalances, infections, and other complex pediatric medical conditions.
- Administered intravenous medications, insulin infusions, electrolyte replacement, blood products, and other prescribed therapies while monitoring for changes in clinical status.
- Performed age-appropriate assessments and recognized early signs of clinical deterioration, initiating timely escalation of care.
- Collaborated with pediatricians, pediatric endocrinologists, nephrologists, metabolic specialists, pharmacists, dietitians, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Educated parents and caregivers on disease management, medication administration, nutrition, home care, and discharge planning.
- Promoted patient safety, family-centered care, and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with hospital standards.
Staff Nurse
Aseer Central Hospital
Aseer Central
09.2010 - 09.2012
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for pediatric patients with a broad range of general medical and respiratory conditions.
- Managed children admitted with bronchiolitis, pneumonia, asthma exacerbations, upper and lower respiratory tract infections, gastroenteritis, dehydration, meningitis, seizure disorders, diabetes mellitus, Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA), infectious diseases, and other acute pediatric illnesses.
- Performed age-appropriate patient assessments, identified early signs of clinical deterioration, and initiated timely nursing interventions.
- Administered intravenous medications, antibiotics, oxygen therapy, nebulized treatments, insulin therapy, electrolyte replacement, blood products, and other prescribed therapies while monitoring treatment response.
- Collaborated with pediatricians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, dietitians, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated parents and caregivers regarding medications, respiratory care, nutrition, hydration, disease management, and discharge planning.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation while promoting patient safety, infection prevention, and family-centered nursing care.
Staff Nurse
Al Jedaani Group Hospital
Jeddah City
12.2008 - 06.2010
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for pediatric patients with general medical and respiratory illnesses, ensuring safe, age-appropriate, and family-centered care.
- Managed children with bronchiolitis, pneumonia, asthma exacerbations, upper and lower respiratory tract infections, gastroenteritis, dehydration, febrile illnesses, seizure disorders, and other common pediatric medical conditions.
- Performed comprehensive pediatric assessments, monitored changes in clinical status, and implemented timely nursing interventions while escalating concerns appropriately.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, oxygen therapy, nebulized treatments, antibiotics, and other prescribed therapies while evaluating patient response.
- Collaborated with pediatricians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, dietitians, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to develop individualized plans of care.
- Educated parents and caregivers on disease management, medication administration, nutrition, hydration, home care, and discharge instructions.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation while promoting infection prevention, patient safety, and family-centered nursing practice.
Nurse Volunteer
Baguio General Hospital and Medical Center
Baguio City
01.2008 - 06.2008
- Provided direct patient care under supervision of registered nurses, enhancing patient comfort and safety across multiple clinical specialties.
- Performed patient assessments, monitored vital signs, documented clinical findings, and reported changes in patient condition promptly.
- Supported medication administration, treatments, procedures, admissions, transfers, and discharge preparation, ensuring adherence to unit protocols and contributing to seamless patient transitions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to support safe, patient-centered care.
- Developed a broad clinical foundation through rotations in medical, surgical, pediatric, perioperative, obstetric, and critical care settings.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully transitioning between diverse clinical environments while maintaining professionalism and quality patient c
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Cordilleras
Baguio City, PhilippinesSkills
- Medical, Surgical & Neuro Intensive Care
- Advanced life support
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)
- BiPAP and CPAP
- Targeted Temperature Management (TTM)
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Continuous EEG (cEEG)
- TNK/tPA Monitoring
- Post-Mechanical Thrombectomy Care
- Acute Ischemic Stroke
- Intracerebral Hemorrhage
- Central line management
- Chest tube management
- Cortrak-Guided Enteral Feeding Tube Placement
- Staff training and mentoring
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Neurological Assessment
Certification
- Professional License and Certifications:
- Maryland Board of Nursing
- LICENSE NUMBER: R261469
- California Board of Registered NurseLICENSE NUMBER: 95385328
- The University of the State of New York, Education Department
- LICENSE NUMBER: 827126
- Professional Regulation Commission
- LICENSE NUMBER :0460223
- Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
05.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS
04.2018 - 03.2023
Staff Nurse
King Abdullah Specialized Children’s Hospital
02.2013 - 02.2016
Staff Nurse
Aseer Central Hospital
09.2010 - 09.2012
Staff Nurse
Al Jedaani Group Hospital
12.2008 - 06.2010
Nurse Volunteer
Baguio General Hospital and Medical Center
01.2008 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Cordilleras