Andrea Kurovics
Port Jefferson Station,NY
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Brookhaven Health Care Facility, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and lead nursing staff, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through strong clinical judgment and compassionate care. Committed to enhancing patient management and safety in critical care settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse-MDS Coordinator/Case Manager Supervisor
Brookhaven Health Care Facility
08.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, disease prevention, and medication adherence.
- Conduct Comprehensive patient assessments using the Minimum Data Set
- Management the data entry and submission process for regulatory compliance and reimbursement.
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Implemented effective strategies for managing patient cases, reducing hospital readmissions through targeted interventions.
Licensed Practical Nurse-MDS Coordinator
Brookhaven Health Care Facility
09.2018 - 08.2025
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Conduct Comprehensive patient assessments using the Minimum Data Set
- Management the data entry and submission process for regulatory compliance and reimbursement.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Suffolk County Sheriff's Department
06.2008 - 08.2017
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Assisted in diagnostic tests and procedures, maintaining a sterile environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
06.2025
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Care planning
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Basic life support (BLS) certification
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Nursing staff leadership
- Patient discharge
- Team coordination
- EMR systems
- Emergency response
- Staff supervision
Timeline
Registered Nurse-MDS Coordinator/Case Manager Supervisor - Brookhaven Health Care Facility
08.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse-MDS Coordinator - Brookhaven Health Care Facility
09.2018 - 08.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse - Suffolk County Sheriff's Department
06.2008 - 08.2017
Capella University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Excelsior College - Associate of Science, Nursing