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Abigail Altomer

Red Hook

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience as a Trauma nurse, treating patients at their most vulnerable and critical state and as a Hospice Nurse, bringing patients peace and dignity at the end of life. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent patient care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Hudson Valley Hospice
09.2024 - Current
  • Perform initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of patients’ physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.
  • Adapt quickly to changing environments while delivering compassionate care to diverse populations.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Provide education on medication management and health practices to enhance patient understanding.
  • Support nursing staff with documentation and record-keeping for accurate patient information.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and improve outcomes.
  • Communicate and coordinate care with physicians, social workers, chaplains, home health aides, and other team members.
  • Educate and support patients and their families about the disease process, end-of-life care, and coping strategies.

Trauma/Surgical Registered Nurse

Albany Med
08.2022 - 08.2024
  • Administered emergency care to trauma patients in high-pressure situations.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress in electronic health records.
  • Reduced medical complications by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
  • Provided exceptional emergency care to victims of motor vehicle accidents, gunshot wounds, stabbings, falls, burns, and other traumatic injuries while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
  • Served as an effective preceptor for nursing students completing their clinical rotations in the trauma unit, providing constructive feedback and guidance throughout their learning experiences.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Provided education and support to families regarding treatment options and recovery processes.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety during procedures.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, initiating appropriate interventions, and continuously monitoring patients'' conditions.
  • Educated patients on post-operative care plans, promoting faster recovery and improving satisfaction rates.
  • Collaborated with care teams such as: Trauma, General Surgery, Colorectal, Plastic Surgery, Oncology, Ortho, Ortho Trauma, Infectious Disease, Hepatobiliary, Urology
  • Have hands on experience working with: Central lines, TPN, Drip Titration, Tube feeds, NGT/Cortrak/G-tubes, Complex drains, Complex wound care, TBI, Vascular Doppler, Trach/Larry tubes

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Maria College of Nursing
Albany, NY
05-2022

Associate of Science - Science

Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY
05-2018

High School Diploma -

Ichabod Crane Central Schools
Valatie, NY
06-2014

Skills

  • Patient assessment/vital sign monitoring
  • Medication administration, IV insertion and infusion therapy
  • Wound care and dressing changes
  • Infection control and sterilization
  • Clinical judgement and prioritization
  • Implementing and changing plan of care based on patients needs and condition
  • Patient education and counseling
  • EMR/EHR (ex Cerner and Epic)
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Hudson Valley Hospice
09.2024 - Current

Trauma/Surgical Registered Nurse

Albany Med
08.2022 - 08.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Maria College of Nursing

Associate of Science - Science

Hudson Valley Community College

High School Diploma -

Ichabod Crane Central Schools

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