Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Experience
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Anna Zeitz

Anna Zeitz

Bethel Park,PA

Summary

Compassionate hospice nurse with extensive experience in direct patient care in both bedside and home settings. Dedicated to precepting and educating healthcare teams to improve patient care standards. Proficient in administering quality care in long-term home hospice, medical-surgical, and rehabilitative environments. Strong communication and leadership skills which drive teams towards delivering exceptional patient care.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager

Amedisys Hospice
05.2025 - Current
  • Conducted initial patient assessments to determine hospice eligibility
  • Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Provided education on end-of-life care and resources to families.
  • Performed regular home visits to assess patient comfort and safety.
  • Maintained accurate medical records by documenting patient progress.
  • Offered emotional support during critical times for patients and families.
  • Monitored medication regimens for safe administration per physician orders.
  • Acted as a liaison between the patient, family members and hospice staff, physicians regarding treatment options or prognosis updates.
  • Completed all documentation, including admissions and discharge summaries, in a timely manner.

Registered Nurse

St Clair Hospital
06.2023 - 04.2025
  • Administers medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitors vital signs, administers injections, and provides assistance with medical procedures.
  • Documents patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Collaborates with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Ensures compliance with standards of professional practice, as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
  • Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
  • Utilizes critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Provides emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Acts as a unit representative for the Professional Performance Committee.
  • Hospital Educator on proper blood administration for the new-hire RNs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

St Clair Hospital
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.

Certified Nursing Assistant

General Healthcare Resources Inc.
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Provided CNA coverage across multiple facilities to address staffing vacancies
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Gallagher Home
01.2017 - 03.2022
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Escorted clients when needed to appointments or errands in the community

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Education

Associate of Science in Nursing -

Community College of Allegheny County
West Mifflin, PA
05-2023

Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy and Classical Studies) -

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
05-2005

Skills

  • Critical Thinking and Judgment
  • Effective Communication
  • Leadership
  • Prioritization
  • Delegation
  • Time Management
  • Confidentiality
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, Pennsylvania, #RN774740, 10/31/26
  • Basic Life Support, 08/31/26

Timeline

Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager

Amedisys Hospice
05.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

St Clair Hospital
06.2023 - 04.2025

Certified Nursing Assistant

St Clair Hospital
08.2022 - 06.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

General Healthcare Resources Inc.
03.2022 - 12.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Gallagher Home
01.2017 - 03.2022

Associate of Science in Nursing -

Community College of Allegheny County

Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy and Classical Studies) -

University of Pittsburgh

Volunteer Experience

Family Hospice - Patient Volunteer 

09/01/04 - Current

  • Sit bedside as patients transition from life to death to provide a comfortable and calm environment for the patient and family.
  • Relieve caregiver so they can get a much-needed break from their situation and provide emotional support.
  • Complete required documentation and notify appropriate person when patient passes.

Volunteer Experience

Family Hospice - Patient Volunteer 

09/2004-04/2025

  • Sit bedside as patients transition from life to death to provide a comfortable and calm environment for the patient and family.
  • Relieve caregiver so they can get a much-needed break from their situation and provide emotional support.
  • Complete required documentation and notify appropriate person when patient passes.
Anna Zeitz