Barbara Modzolewski
Wesley Chapel
Summary
With over 22 years at Stony Brook University Hospital, this seasoned Registered Nurse excels in patient assessments and medication administration, showcasing leadership in managing a 36-bed unit. Recognized for outstanding contributions, including a significant role in the New York State Breastfeeding Quality Improvement, they blend compassionate care with clinical expertise, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Mother-Baby Unit, Clinician
Stony Brook University Hospital
11.2007 - 02.2023
- Highly skilled career professional with more than 22 years practical experience in hospital, primary and specialty care environments.
- As a charge nurse, manage the day to day function od a 36 bed unit, directing and assisting RNs and NAs. As a staff nurse, delegate care to nursing assistants through ongoing communication.
- Care for post surgical patients, Substance abuse mothers and infants.
- Honored as outstanding RN of the year, 2013.
- Contributed to the New York State Breastfeeding Quality Improvement.
- Implementing Best Fed Beginnings to improve maternity care practices on MBU with the goal to ultimately become a Baby Friendly Hospital.
- Computer skilled, computer charting, managing 3 to 6 couplets including mother-infant care. Care for high risk OB patient.
- Taught Prenatal and Discharge class for mother. Proficient in all documentation/record maintenance/paperwork to ensure accuracy and patient confidentiality.
- Participating monthly in recruitment and retention council to improve patient care by addressing staff needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physician and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
RN Staff Postpartum, Newborn Nursery
North Shore Long Island Jewish Hospital
03.2001 - 11.2013
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
RN Staff Nurse Medical /Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
North Shore Long Island Jewish Hospital
08.1999 - 02.2001
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY05-1999
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Licensed RN
- Nursing staff leadership
Accomplishments
- Perinatal Care - Assisted physicians in focus studies in prenatal care. Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
- Educated over 22 nurses and staff within Mother Baby Unit.
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Certification
- BLS American Heart Association 12/2023-12/2025
- Maternal Newborn Nursing NCC 10/2012-Present
- NRP 03/2021-03/2023
- S.T.A.B.L.E exp 2023
- Certified Breastfeeding Counselor 03/2013-06/2016
Languages
English
Full Professional
Polish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse Mother-Baby Unit, Clinician
Stony Brook University Hospital
11.2007 - 02.2023
RN Staff Postpartum, Newborn Nursery
North Shore Long Island Jewish Hospital
03.2001 - 11.2013
RN Staff Nurse Medical /Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
North Shore Long Island Jewish Hospital
08.1999 - 02.2001
- BLS American Heart Association 12/2023-12/2025
- Maternal Newborn Nursing NCC 10/2012-Present
- NRP 03/2021-03/2023
- S.T.A.B.L.E exp 2023
- Certified Breastfeeding Counselor 03/2013-06/2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nassau Community College
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