ANNE RIVAS-TORNABENE
Metairie
Summary
Critical care and emergency nurse with over a decade of experience across diverse clinical environments, including trauma, burn, surgical and medical ICUs. Known for adaptability, leadership, and clinical precision. Passion for patient-centered care and a commitment to advancing practice through nurse anesthesia.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff RN
University Medical Center New Orleans – Trauma ICU
06.2024 - Current
- Provide comprehensive critical care to polytrauma, neurosurgical, and surgical patients in a high-volume Level 1 Trauma Center
- Monitor vitals in real time, manage ventilators, titrate multiple vasoactive infusions according to evolving hemodynamic parameters
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, acting as the patient advocate
- Monitor and interpret diagnostic results including bloodwork, ABGs, ICPs and hemodynamics
Staff RN
University Medical Center – Critical Care Float Pool
04.2021 - 06.2024
- Floated to Medical ICU, Trauma ICU, Respiratory (COVID) ICU, Burn ICU, Neuro ICU, ED, PACU, and IR.
- Maintained high-level critical thinking and adaptability across various disease processes and care teams.
- Strengthened clinical breadth while maintaining peer relationships hospital-wide.
Staff RN, Charge Nurse
University Medical Center – Burn ICU
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Delivered high-acuity care including sedation, ventilator support, and titration of vasoactive drips.
- Served as charge nurse: led rounds, coordinated wound care/anesthesia, managed consults and ED admits.
- Cross-trained in outpatient burn clinic and laser procedures; precepted nurses and students.
Staff RN
Tulane Lakeside Hospital – Emergency Department
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Pediatric and obstetric ED care in community hospital setting.
- Proficient in pediatric IV access and point-of-care testing.
Staff RN
East Jefferson General Hospital – Emergency Department
07.2017 - 08.2018
- ED RN focused on geriatric population in stroke center environment.
- Frequent use of NIHSS and medication reconciliation for older adult patients.
Staff RN
University Medical Center – Emergency Department
03.2015 - 07.2017
- Level 1 Trauma ED: initial assessments, stabilizations, codes, and procedures with trauma surgery team.
- Managed high volumes of acutely ill patients; proficient in ACLS, sedation, cardiac monitoring.
- Returned in 2019 after personal leave, reaffirming dedication to acute care practice.
Field RN
Ochsner Home Health
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Conducted home assessments, developed plans of care, and educated patients/caregivers.
- Specialized in complex wound care and collaborated closely with ordering providers.
- Documented using Home Care Home Base EMR.
Fitness Instructor
Pure Barre – New Orleans & Metairie
03.2022 - Current
- Lead 2–3 weekly fitness classes promoting wellness and strength.
- Supported business growth via events, sales coordination, and member engagement.
- Role emphasizes leadership, motivation, and client relationship building.
- Part-Time
Server
The Velvet Cactus – New Orleans, LA
09.2011 - 05.2015
- Consistently recognized for outstanding customer service.
- Trusted with leadership responsibilities including conflict resolution and training support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, LA09.2014
Pre-nursing coursework (Chemistry Major)
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA09.2010
Additional prerequisites (Biology Major)
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA06.2018
Skills
- EMR: Epic Hyperspace, Cerner/FirstNet, Meditech
- Languages: English (fluent), Spanish (conversational/reading/writing)
- High-acuity patient care, leadership as charge nurse and preceptor
- Adaptability across ICUs and procedural units, strong interdisciplinary collaboration
- Education and mentorship experience in both clinical and wellness settings
Certification
BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, CPI, NIHSS
Timeline
Staff RN
University Medical Center New Orleans – Trauma ICU
06.2024 - Current
Fitness Instructor
Pure Barre – New Orleans & Metairie
03.2022 - Current
Staff RN
University Medical Center – Critical Care Float Pool
04.2021 - 06.2024
Field RN
Ochsner Home Health
04.2021 - 03.2022
Staff RN, Charge Nurse
University Medical Center – Burn ICU
05.2020 - 04.2021
Staff RN
Tulane Lakeside Hospital – Emergency Department
11.2018 - 09.2019
Staff RN
East Jefferson General Hospital – Emergency Department
07.2017 - 08.2018
Staff RN
University Medical Center – Emergency Department
03.2015 - 07.2017
Server
The Velvet Cactus – New Orleans, LA
09.2011 - 05.2015
Pre-nursing coursework (Chemistry Major)
Louisiana State University
Additional prerequisites (Biology Major)
University of New Orleans
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
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