Jan Taylor
M Health Fairview – University of Minnesota Medical Center, East Bank – Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit
Saint Paul
2
Certifications
26
years of professional experience
Dedicated Critical Care RN with over 20 years of experience in managing complex patients in high-stakes environments. Proven leadership in enhancing team dynamics and patient outcomes as a charge nurse and preceptor, complemented by expertise in ECMO and hemodynamic monitoring. Focused on delivering safe, evidence-based care through effective collaboration.
Work History
ECMO Specialist
7 Months- Work collaboratively with the bedside nurse to ensure the safe co-ordination and management of a critically ill patient with a wide range of complex needs, including multi-organ system support and complex hematological, fluid and sedation management.
- Ensure the safe management of the ECMO circuit, which includes the titration of blood flow and sweep gas flow to achieve oxygen and carbon dioxide targets, titrations of blood flows and sweep gas flows to facilitate exercise and the management of emergency situations should they arise.
Staff Nurse
3 Years- Deliver high-level bedside care for critically ill patients with advanced cardiovascular conditions including ECMO, LVAD, RVAD, Impella, IABP, transplants, and valve surgeries.
- Monitor complex hemodynamics (PAP, CVP, arterial, bladder) and manage vasoactive, sedative, and paralytic infusions.
- Function as Charge nurse and preceptor for new, oncoming team members.
- Active responder in adult rapid response and code teams in the Flyer role.
Agency Nurse (LRS Healthcare)
2 Years 3 Months- Led operations of a new 18-bed Step-Down ICU, functioning as charge nurse 4x/week.
- Managed care for complex patients: post-op, OD, sepsis, stroke, dialysis needs, Neuro assessments, and cardiac monitoring.
- Supported bedside intubations, tracheostomy care, EVDs, and pre/post-transplant care.
Agency Nurse (LRS Healthcare)
6 Months- Functioned as charge nurse in a 24-bed COVID ICU, managing ventilated, pronated, sedated, and paralyzed patients.
- Maintained patient-family communication during restricted visitation.
- Provided CRRT, invasive lines, and complex medication management.
Staff Nurse
8 Years 4 Months- Managed a 12-bed CCU with cardiac-focused patients (STEMI, NSTEMI, IABP, post-cath care).
- Mentored new nurses in orientation and transition-to-practice programs.
- Rapid Response team and Code Blue team member.
Clinical Instructor
1 Year 6 Months- Developed and launched the Center for Educational Development with 9 sim mannequins.
- Revised and led monthly General Nursing Orientation.
- Taught TNCC and facilitated interdisciplinary continuing education.
Staff Nurse & Nurse Tech I
5 Years 11 Months- Charge nurse of a 30-bed ED, managing high patient volume and acuity.
- Provided emergency care from triage to resuscitation for all age groups.
- Served as preceptor and trauma team member.
Substitute Teacher
2 YearsEducation
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Associate of Science - Nursing (ASN)
Associate of Science - Education
Skills
Cardiovascular Critical Care (ECMO
VADs
IABPs
Heart/Lung Transplants)
CRRT
Ventilator & Airway Management
Hemodynamic Monitoring & Critical Drip Titration
Emergency Nursing & Trauma Response
Charge Nurse Leadership & Preceptorship
Simulation-Based Clinical Education
Patient & Family Advocacy
Proficient in EPIC
Cerner
Microsoft Office
Pyxis
Omnicell
AccuDose
Customer service and hospitality background (20+ years)
Clerical and accounting skills
Evidence-based practice & literature review
Certification
CCRN, ACLS – Instructor (past) & Provider, BLS – Instructor (past) & Provider, PALS – Instructor (past) & Provider, TNCC – Instructor (past) & Provider (past
Affiliations
- CVICU Unit council
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)
Timeline
ECMO Specialist
M Health Fairview – University of Minnesota Medical Center, East Bank
02.2026 - CurrentRead More
Staff Nurse
M Health Fairview – University of Minnesota Medical Center, East Bank – Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit
09.2023 - CurrentRead More
Agency Nurse (LRS Healthcare)
M Health Fairview – University of Minnesota Medical Center, East Bank – Step-Down ICU
05.2021 - 08.2023Read More
Agency Nurse (LRS Healthcare)
M Health Fairview – St. Joseph's Hospital – COVID ICU
11.2020 - 05.2021Read More
Staff Nurse
Southeast Georgia Health System – Critical Care Unit
11.2012 - 03.2021Read More
Clinical Instructor
Southeast Georgia Health System – Education Department
04.2011 - 10.2012Read More
Staff Nurse & Nurse Tech I
Southeast Georgia Health System – Emergency Department
05.2005 - 04.2011Read More
Substitute Teacher
Wayne County Board of Education
09.2000 - 09.2002Read More
College of Coastal Georgia
Bachelor of Science from Nursing (BSN)
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Coastal GA Community College
Associate of Science from Nursing (ASN)
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Coastal GA Community College
Associate of Science from Education
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