Audra Kushnir
Howell,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with 18 years of experience in direct patient care at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, specializing in Cardiothoracic Stepdown, Telemetry, and Medical-Surgical. Skilled in patient assessment and critical thinking, I excel in medication administration and team mentorship.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
09.2006 - Current
- Managed patients on Cardiothoracic Stepdown, Telemetry and Medical Surgical unit as a Registered Nurse.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Nursing Unit Secretary
Bayonne Medical Center
05.2003 - 08.2006
- Organized patient charts with diligence, ensuring accurate documentation of vital signs, medications, and treatment plan.
- Processed physician orders with precision, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Education
Diploma of Nursing - Registered Nurse
Bayonne Medical Center School of Nursing
Bayonne, NJ05-2006
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJ05-2006
Skills
- Registered Nurse License – New Jersey
- Certified in Telemetry
- Certified in Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification
- Phlebotomy and IV Certification
- Femoral Sheath and TR Band management and removal
- Removal of Central Triple Lumen Catheter
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
09.2006 - Current
Nursing Unit Secretary
Bayonne Medical Center
05.2003 - 08.2006
Diploma of Nursing - Registered Nurse
Bayonne Medical Center School of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Hudson County Community College