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Abigail Oberc

Seven Hills

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult  and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Commitment to confidentiality of information at all times.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Care Coordinator II

Columbia University Medical Center
12.2019 - Current
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative research methodologies and strategies.

Rn-Care Coodinator

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
06.2018 - Current

The following details are specific to  the management of Dr. Bo Shen's practice:

  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
  • Documented concerns for physicians to review in advance.
  • Identified opportunities to improve processes and treatment, making recommendations to improve care and outcomes.
  • Developed algorithm to assist in scheduling patients for necessary testing needed prior to procedures.
  • Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Assisted  patients daily while planning, monitoring and evaluating interdisciplinary care.
  • Collaborated across disciplines to give every patient optimal care and support.
  • Coordinated with physicians to inform patients on test results, treatment options and recommended procedures.
  • Called patients to share lab results and discuss physician orders.
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.

RN Endoscopy

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
08.2017 - 06.2018



  • Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
  • Acted efficiently in patient emergencies such as blue codes and rapid response situations.
  • Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
  • Observed and reported patients’ condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document for future reference and review by other care team members.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Assisted during Endoscopic therapy of J/K pouch  patients & post surgical patients 
  • Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.
  • Maintained my knowledge of equipment needed for endoscopic therapy .
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Collaborated across disciplines to give every patient optimal care and support.
  • Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, wound care, ostomy care, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs .
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Fostered strong relationships with patients and colleagues, leveraging feedback and identifying opportunities to improve delivery and quality of care.
  • Identified opportunities to improve processes and treatment, making recommendations to improve care and outcomes.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging to provide comprehensive care in an outpatient procedural  setting.
  • Updated patient charts , including adding new and existing medications, to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

LPN Endoscopy

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
12.2006 - 07.2017
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records prior to procedure.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Assist physician in performing endoscopic procedures like Pouchoscopy, Colonoscopies, EGD and  endoscopic ultrasounds.
  • Assisted during endoscopic therapy .
  • Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
  • Collect and prepare specimens for cytology, microbiology, and pathology.
  • Sanitized and assessed recovery rooms while following all procedural  schedules.
  • Checked inventory levels and placed supply orders. 
  • Transferred scopes to the appropriate department for repairs and maintenance.
  • Supported physicians and  RN -nursing staff during procedures.
  • Prepared rooms according to specific endoscopic procedures.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.

LPN- Floor Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital
09.2005 - 11.2006



  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions and communicated concerns to supervising RN.
  • Provided basic patient care and treatment, such as administering glucose  finger stick tests, taking temperature and blood pressure and dressing wounds.
  • Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms.
  • Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Collaborated with RN/ MD on evaluation of care plan outcomes, implementing or adjusting interventions accordingly.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety to the med/surg floor.

Clinical Assistant

Cleveland Physicians Inc.
04.1988 - 08.2005
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
  • Reviewed the physician’s calendar and scheduled patient appointments by telephone and in-person.
  • Utilized effective communication and active listening skills when interacting with physicians, nursing staff and patients.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for 22-25 patients every day.
  • Booked 100 patient appointments per week.
  • Gathered forms, copied insurance cards and  patient information for billing and insurance filing.
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Restocked supplies in the front office and in the patient exam rooms when items were running low.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH
2017

Practical Nursing

Cuyahoga Valley Career Center
Brecksville, OH
2005

Real Estate

Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH
2001

High School Diploma - undefined

Bedford High School
Bedford, OH

Skills

  • Endoscopic therapy specialist
  • Care coordination
  • Call triaging
  • Assist with Paracentesis
  • Patient /Phone Triage
  • Stoma/Wound Care
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Nurse Trainer
  • EMR / EHR
  • Health Promotion
  • Intravenous therapy

Certification

ACLS Certifcation

BLS Certification

Accomplishments

  • Contributor to published book Interventional Inflammatory Bowel disease  .
  • Co-Author of Article : Successful endoscopic wire guided balloon dilatation of angulated and tight ileal pouch stricture without floroscopy 

Timeline

RN Care Coordinator II

Columbia University Medical Center
12.2019 - Current

Rn-Care Coodinator

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
06.2018 - Current

RN Endoscopy

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
08.2017 - 06.2018

LPN Endoscopy

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
12.2006 - 07.2017

LPN- Floor Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital
09.2005 - 11.2006

Clinical Assistant

Cleveland Physicians Inc.
04.1988 - 08.2005

Associate of Science - Nursing

Cuyahoga Community College

Practical Nursing

Cuyahoga Valley Career Center

Real Estate

Cuyahoga Community College

High School Diploma - undefined

Bedford High School
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