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Reading, continued nursing education.
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Andrea Kline

Andrea Kline

Shickshinny,PA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. With 30 years of nursing experience, Andrea consistently develops strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1

RN License RN322433L

1
1

CO164079L

Work History

Registered Nurse, Float Pool, MS, Telemetry

Geisinger Health Systems
Wilkes-Barre, PA
06.2018 - Current
  • Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
  • Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Monitored and documented heart rhythms according to physicians' orders.
  • Observed and evaluated cardiac activity and reported changes to medical staff.
  • Assisted with improvement and implementation of cardiac log forms.
  • Followed all protocols to respond to irregular cardiac activity.
  • Demonstrated in-depth understanding of telemetry equipment functions.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, Telemetry

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
Wilkes-Barre, PA
06.2012 - 06.2018
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

RN Supervisor

Meadows Nursing Center
Kingston, PA
05.2008 - 06.2012
  • Managed infection control and critical incidents and made procedural changes and improvements.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

RN Supervisor

Mountain City Health & Rehabilitation Center
Hazleton, PA
08.2000 - 06.2008
  • Managed infection control and critical incidents and made procedural changes and improvements.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit Telemetry

Susquehanna Valley Health System
Williamsport, PA
06.1996 - 06.2000
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

RN, Medical-Surgical, Telemetry

The Berwick Hospital Center
Berwick, PA
05.1992 - 05.2000
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
  • Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Observed and evaluated cardiac activity and reported changes to medical staff.
  • Demonstrated in-depth understanding of telemetry equipment functions.
  • Assisted with improvement and implementation of cardiac log forms.
  • Followed all protocols to respond to irregular cardiac activity.
  • Monitored and documented heart rhythms according to physicians' orders.

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Berwick Retirement Village
Berwick, PA
06.1988 - 05.1992
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 120-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
  • Worked with LPN to complete 60 skilled and non skilled daily treatments.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA
05.1992

High School Diploma -

Northwest Area High School
Shickshinny, PA
06.1978

Cosmetologist - Cosmetology

Bradford Beauty Academy
Wilkes-Barre, PA
06.1976

Skills

  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Patient Medical Histories
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Operational Procedures
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Equipment and Instrument Sterilizatoin
  • Operational Standards
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Specialized Healthcare Referrals
  • Nursing Consultation
  • Treatment Preparation
  • Disease Treatment
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Patient Examination
  • Patient Health Information Access
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Medical Supply Management
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Vital Signs Measurement
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
  • Medical Procedure Preparation
  • Preventive Healthcare
  • Status Updates
  • IV Administration
  • Invasive Procedures
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Standards Administration
  • Safety Protocols
  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Heart Failure
  • Pain Prevention
  • Pain Management Techniques
  • Wound Surgical Procedures
  • Seizure Disorders
  • Patient Admission
  • Airway Management
  • Treatment Assessments
  • Nursing Assignments
  • Treatment Options
  • Withdrawal Symptoms
  • Blood Product Transfusion
  • EMR Systems
  • Diagnostic Test Ordering
  • Routine Examinations
  • Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
  • Quality Improvement Activities
  • Universal Precautions
  • Therapy and Counseling
  • Floor Assignments
  • Emergency Situations
  • Delegation and Motivation
  • Alternative Treatments
  • Convalescent Care
  • Medical Emergency Response
  • Patient Treatment
  • Answering Questions
  • Applications Knowledge
  • Treatment Recommendations
  • Nursing Plan Development
  • Needs Assessment
  • Treatment Protocols
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Educational Programs
  • Rehabilitation Assistance
  • Test Interpretations
  • Prescription Drug Recommendations
  • Providing Feedback
  • Coronary Artery Disease Knowledge
  • Glucose Testing
  • Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
  • Diagnostic Software
  • Emotional Support
  • Pressure Wound Treatment

Certification

Advanced Cardiac Life support 2021

Basic life Support 2021

Geisinger Trauma certified 2021

GeisingerTelemetry certified 2021

Reading, continued nursing education.

I read several nursing magazines to self educate on the current health care related conditions affecting us today.

Additional Information

References :

Tina Zannetti RN 570-262-9425


Carol Skripka RN 570-406-4538


Jenn Scott RN 609-432-7909


Elizabeth Haas-Henion RN 484-844-5955

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Float Pool, MS, Telemetry

Geisinger Health Systems
06.2018 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, Telemetry

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
06.2012 - 06.2018

RN Supervisor

Meadows Nursing Center
05.2008 - 06.2012

RN Supervisor

Mountain City Health & Rehabilitation Center
08.2000 - 06.2008

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit Telemetry

Susquehanna Valley Health System
06.1996 - 06.2000

RN, Medical-Surgical, Telemetry

The Berwick Hospital Center
05.1992 - 05.2000

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Berwick Retirement Village
06.1988 - 05.1992

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Luzerne County Community College

High School Diploma -

Northwest Area High School

Cosmetologist - Cosmetology

Bradford Beauty Academy

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