Agnieszka Pajor
Durham,CT
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with 10 years of experience and a varied background in Adult General Medicine, Comprehensive Sickle Cell, and specializing in Oncology. Quick enthusiast learner, proficient in knowledge of medical/oncology terminology, bilingual English/Polish, able to provide effective communication and interpersonal skills. Passionate about mental health and holistic approaches.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Medicine and Hospice Unit
YNHH
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- provided emotional support to end of life patients and their families.
Oncology Nurse
Smilow Cancer Hospital
09.2019 - 07.2022
- Took care of women with gynecological cancers.
- Administered chemo and immunotherapy.
- Took care of post surgical patients after mastectomy and hysterectomy
- Provided emotional support.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
REGISTERED NURSE, CLINICAL NURSE I - ADULT GENERAL MEDICINE AND COMPREHENSIVE SICKLE CELL UNIT
YALE NEW HAVEN HOSPITAL
07.2014 - 08.2019
- Worked effectively on a 27 bed general medicine unit that specialized in the care of patients with sickle cell disease
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Additional expertise in taking care of general medicine and oncology patients
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Experienced in pain management and use of PCA pumps
- Maintained a full patient assignment that entailed cardiac monitoring, pain management, daily assessment, medication administration and education
- Met the psychological needs of the physically ill
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY
NEW HAVEN, CT05.2014
Skills
- Knowledge of medical/oncology terminology
- Strong clinical judgement and medical ethics
- High level of autonomy
- Provide compassionate patient care
- ONS Member
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Excel
- Proficient in PowerPoint
- Bilingual in English and Polish
- Holistic approach to treating patients
- Passionate about mental health
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Compassion and empathy
- Palliative care awareness
Certification
- Nursing Licensure, Connecticut
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Chemotherapy Certified
- Immunotherapy Certified
Degree
BSN, RN
Timeline
Registered Nurse Medicine and Hospice Unit
YNHH
09.2022 - 03.2024
Oncology Nurse
Smilow Cancer Hospital
09.2019 - 07.2022
REGISTERED NURSE, CLINICAL NURSE I - ADULT GENERAL MEDICINE AND COMPREHENSIVE SICKLE CELL UNIT
YALE NEW HAVEN HOSPITAL
07.2014 - 08.2019
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY
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