Christel Ayuk Fast
Minneapolis
Summary
Dynamic Neuro IMC RN with extensive experience at the University of Minnesota Medical Center, excelling in interdisciplinary communication and patient assessment. Proven ability to manage complex cases and provide compassionate support under pressure, ensuring quality outcomes. Committed to service excellence and cultural competency in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neuro IMC RN
University of Minnesota Medical Center – East Bank
Minneapolis
07.2023 - Current
- - Provide intermediate care for patients with strokes, seizures, and post-operative neurologic conditions.
- - Skilled in managing lumbar drains, fresh tracheostomies, microvascular decompression (MVD), and transsphenoidal surgeries (TSS).
- - Collaborate with neurology and ICU teams to support complex care plans and transfers.
- - Float to Med-Surg, Oncology, BMT, and ED units.
- - Serve as a buddy to new grads, offering bedside guidance, and team encouragement.
- - Maintain a calm presence under pressure, contributing to quality outcomes during emergencies.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments by approved nursing protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate, and weight.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records under HIPAA regulations.
Volunteer RN & Charge Nurse
Mercy Ships
08.2017 - 07.2020
- Company Overview: www.mercyships.org.
- - Served on board a hospital ship, providing free surgical care in underserved nations.
- - Delivered care to patients with complex surgical needs across various specialties.
- - Held weekly charge nurse responsibilities, overseeing 50 to 100 patients, and supporting volunteer staff.
- - Offered spiritual and emotional care through prayer and Christ-like compassion
- - Adapted to cross-cultural and resource-limited settings with flexibility and leadership.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing (BSN)
Metropolitan State University
St. Paul, MN06.2026
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN05.2023
Skills
- Neuro-focused care with attention to clinical detail and patient dignity
- Strong interdisciplinary communication
- Calm presence during high-stress or emergent care needs
- Compassionate support for both patients and coworkers
- Spirit-led, mission-minded nursing grounded in service and excellence
- Team collaboration
- Cultural competency
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Patient assessment
Certification
- - Registered Nurse, Minnesota – Licensed May 2023
- - Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
- - NIH Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS)
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Neuro IMC RN
University of Minnesota Medical Center – East Bank
07.2023 - Current
Volunteer RN & Charge Nurse
Mercy Ships
08.2017 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing (BSN)
Metropolitan State University
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)
Century College
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