Home Infusion RN (per diem) - Naven Health - Vermont
(2024-09)
- Responsible for the delivery of patient care following the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation.
- Coordinate all nursing care for patients utilizing established clinical nursing practice standards, ensuring effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desirable patient outcomes.
- Provide effective and safe teaching using patient centered care approach modifying teaching modalities to fit patient/family learning style to achieve independence with prescribed therapy and care needs providing for active participation per plan of treatment.
- Geographically manage and coordinate clients across a spectrum of therapies.
Nurse Manager of Operating and Procedure Rooms - Copley Hospital - Morrisville, VT
(2021-04 - 2024-08)
- Supervised and supported multiple teams, including surgical technicians, registered nurses, and support staff to perform over 2000 surgeries and 1000 colonoscopies annually.
- Managed the daily operations including staffing, scheduling, resource allocation, time management and conducted regular staff meetings and performance evaluations.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and implemented strategies to optimize supply management.
- Contributed to budgeting processes by analyzing expenses and recommended cost-saving initiatives.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and hospital policies and implemented new policies and procedures to improve workflow and compliance with industry regulations and data integrity.
- Fostered a collaborative and positive work environment that promoted teamwork and professional development for cross-functional advancement.
- Provided training programs and education to keep staff at the forefront of evidence-based practice and created personalized action plans to improve engagement and patient outcomes as a result of key performance indicators (KPI).
Unit Resource Nurse - Perioperative Services - Copley Hospital - Morrisville, VT
(2019-04 - 2021-04)
- Assisted colleagues to perform best evidence-based practice, performing process improvements, and supporting the needs of the department for excellence in patient care and to exceed the standards required in perioperative services.
- Utilization of professional drive and critical thinking skills to create this new position and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Provided monthly education to all staff within perioperative department.
- Initiated collaboration with departments throughout the hospital for continuity of care.
- Initiated and collaborated with surgeons to initiate and complete a process improvement to enhance patient education and discharge paperwork.
Registered Nurse - Operating Room - Copley Hospital - Morrisville, VT
(2015-01 - 2019-01)
- Advocated for the patient and stringent on sterile technique and antisepsis.
- Assisted anesthesia with induction and anesthetic administration.
- Upheld guidelines and evidence-based care for best patient outcome.
Registered Nurse - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit - Copley Hospital - Morrisville, VT
(2014-01 - 2015-01)
- Educated patients on wellness strategies and surgical management techniques.
- Conducted detailed patient assessments to evaluate health status and develop personalized treatment plans.
Registered Nurse - Emergency Room - The University of Vermont Health Network - Burlington, VT
(2012-01 - 2018-01)
- Provided emergency care to patients in critical situations.
- Prioritized and triaged patients based on the severity of their condition.
- Advocated for patients' rights and ensured they received the highest quality of care.
- Communicated and collaborated with floor physicians for proper identification and treatment of any patient abnormalities.
Registered Nurse - Roles Included: Charge RN, Primary Hematology RN, Infusion Therapy RN - VT Cancer Center - Burlington, VT
(2012-01 - 2014-01)
- Administered chemotherapy and biologic therapies in a safe and efficient manner to patients in treatment and clinical trials.
- Implemented palliative care strategies to improve quality of life for terminally ill patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop treatment plans and adjust as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and their families on treatment plans, medications, and self-care techniques.
- Sat as the primary RN for the hematology group, triaging and educating patients and their support systems of signs and systems of adverse responses, treatment requirements, and available assistance throughout their treatment journey.
Registered Nurse - Med/Surg/Telemetry/Oncology - CVPH - Plattsburgh, NY
(2011-01 - 2012-01)
- Assessed, implemented, and performed various nursing skills on patients with acute and chronic illnesses, with a focus in oncology.
- Educated patient and support persons on the disease process while promoting inclusion with their treatment plan.
- Charge RN assignment within 6 months on the unit.
Personal Care Assistant - Aris Home Care Solutions - Burlington, VT
(2009-12 - 2011-10)
Para-Educator - Burlington School District - Burlington, VT
(2009-12 - 2011-06)
Account Manager - MBA Health Group - South Burlington, VT
(2008-06 - 2009-08)
