Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Interests
Timeline
Summary of Qualifications
Certificates
CNA, LPN, RN

Biljana Galetovic

Phoebe Home Nursing Home
Allentown,PA
Biljana Galetovic
4
Languages
2
Certification
22
Years of experience

Highly skilled and knowledgeable Registered Nurse with years in hospital and medical settings and extensive consistent track record of surpassing standards and goals, developed a strong judgment in decision making, time management, ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize the problems, capable of directing and influencing others in collaborative manner in multidisciplinary teams, an expert organizer and resourceful problem solver to deliver quality results that can contribute to organizational goals.

Seeking a professional Registered Nurse or Care Coordinator of Health Management position at a reputable, innovative healthcare organization. In this role, I will enhance my professional knowledge and deliver top-quality nursing care through advanced nursing practices, while upholding a well-established core of medical and ethical responsibilities.

Diligent Registered Nurse with a background in neuroscience nursing, with extensive experience in patient care and neurological assessments, achieving significant improvements in patient outcomes. Demonstrated skills in critical thinking and effective communication within multidisciplinary teams.

Professional with strong background in neuroscience nursing, skilled in patient care, neurological assessments, and treatment planning. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to evolving healthcare environments. Expertise in critical thinking, patient education, and the implementation of evidence-based practices ensures optimal patient outcomes. Respected for reliability and results-driven approach to complex medical challenges. Utilizes evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and ensure comprehensive care.

Work History

Neuroscience nurse

1 Year 11 Months
St Lukes Hospital | 09.2024 - Current
  • Specialized in caring for patients with nervous system injuries and disorders, helping patients recover or manage conditions like strokes and seizures.
  • Implemented evidence-based protocols to enhance patient safety and improve clinical outcomes.
  • Continuously evaluated the effectiveness of patient care plans, making necessary adjustments as needed to ensure optimal results for individuals with neurological disorders.
  • Utilized effective time management skills to prioritize tasks efficiently under high-pressure situations while maintaining a focus on patient safety.
  • Implemented proactive interventions to mitigate potential risks associated with complex neurological treatments and procedures.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to the unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

LPN, RN

11 Years 4 Months
Phoebe Home Nursing Home | 04.2015 - Current
  • Successfully interacted with resident and their families to discuss and develop assisted living care plans, with a population that not only experiences physical limitations but also has varying rates of confusion/dementia, terminal illnesses, behavioral and mental status changes.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote coordinated care efforts.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.

LPN

6 Months
Country Meadows Retirement Community | 09.2014 - 03.2015
  • Provided quality nursing care and services, a helping hand, and being a team player always promoting positive interactions a member of one of the most respected and rapidly growing networks of nursing home, dedicated to the highest quality of residential care in every aspect.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
  • Assisted with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and independence.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.

Certified Nursing Assistant

3 Years 3 Months
Good Shephard Rehab Hospital | 06.2011 - 09.2014
  • Delivered skilled Nursing Assistant care in routine periods of highest standards of excellence, assisting the LPNs and RNs in completing assignments, participating in inter-disciplinary team meetings and mandatory education required by organization, to improve policies/procedures, and to ensure adherence to safety procedures and efficient treatment plan.
  • Provided compassionate patient care, assisting with daily living activities and emotional support.
  • Assisted with mobility exercises, enhancing patient independence and comfort during recovery.
  • Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Family Caregiver

9 Years 10 Months
Household | 08.2001 - 06.2011
  • Provided daily care for family members, ensuring their needs were met. and organized the household and accounts.
  • Managed household budgets, ensuring cost-effective meal planning and resource allocation.
  • Implemented routines that improved time management, resulting in smoother daily operations.
  • Organized daily schedules and activities to enhance family efficiency and well-being.

Nursing Technician

7 Years 2 Months
Center for Medical Rehabilitation, “Banja-Kanjira” | 06.1994 - 08.2001
  • Worked as Nursing Technician for 7 years with patients of all age group in spa center with a variety of physical treatment methods as: paraffin and balneotherapy, therapeutic ultrasonography, electric stimulation of muscles, diathermy, massage, hydrotherapy, magnetic resonance, as well as efficiently managed front desk, performed EKG’s, administered injections, and new facility patients’ admission records management.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Promoted a positive atmosphere within the healthcare setting by effectively addressing concerns raised by patients or family members about their loved ones'' treatment plans or progressions.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through thorough patient education on self-care measures, medication administration, and follow-up appointments.

Education

Associate of Science - Applied Science-Nursing

Lehigh Carbon Community College | Schnecksville, PA | 08-2026
  • Dean’s Honor List/ Spring 2022
  • Dean’s Honor’s List/ Fall 2022
  • [3.31] GPA

No Degree - General studies

Allegany College of Maryland | Cumberland, MD | 03-2021

Completed Core Curriculum Requirements

Honors List recipient/ Summer 2021

  • [3.75] GPA

- Licensed Practical Nurse

Lincoln Technical Institute | Allentown | 03-2014

GPA: 3.6 GPA; 96% Attendance

  • [3.67] GPA
  • [Executive Director's List and Honor's Award] Member
  • [IV Certificate of Completion, EKG Certificate of Achievement]

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lincoln Technical Institute | Allentown, PA | 04-2011

Certified Nurse Technician - Matriculation Examination of Secondary Medical School

Education Minister of The Republic of Serbia | Serbia | 06-1994

-Vocational and Technical Education

[Decree number 022-05-00175/94-03]

[Credential Evaluation and analysis with W.E.S. with U.S.Equivalency of High School Diploma [GED B+/ 3.13]

Skills

Critical care nursing
Brain and spinal care
Stroke management
Seizure management
Tracheostomy care
Neurocritical care
Dementia care
Geriatric neurology
Geriatric care
Geriatric nursing
Patient education
Team collaboration
Problem-solving abilities
Adaptability and flexibility
Teamwork and collaboration
Clinical judgment

Accomplishments

  • Maintained a patient assignment of 6 high-acuity patients per shift while prioritizing safe, evidence-based care.
  • Performed frequent neurological assessments, recognizing early signs of neurological deterioration and escalating care promptly.
  • Achieved 100% compliance with medication administration and patient identification protocols.
  • Assisted in the care of patients with stroke, traumatic brain injury, seizures, brain tumors, spinal cord injuries, and postoperative neurosurgical conditions.
  • Reduced medication delays through effective time management and coordination with pharmacy.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve continuity of care during shift handoffs.
  • Assisted with rapid response activations and emergency interventions for critically ill neurological patients.
  • Maintained high compliance with fall prevention protocols, contributing to patient safety.
  • Educated patients and families on medications, neurological conditions, and discharge instructions.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in NIH Stroke Scale assessments.
  • Provided postoperative care for craniotomy and spinal surgery patients.
  • Coordinated admissions, transfers, and discharges during overnight shifts.
  • Maintained Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
  • Supported infection prevention efforts by maintaining high compliance with isolation and central line protocols.
  • Demonstrated strong teamwork during high-census and short-staffed shifts.
  • Recognized changes in intracranial pressure symptoms and initiated appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Consistently met patient satisfaction and professionalism standards.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with infusion pumps, telemetry, and neurological monitoring equipment.
  • Maintained excellent attendance and reliability on permanent night shift.
  • Developed strong critical thinking skills in managing complex neurological emergencies.

Certification

  • CPR AED+ Standard First Aid (BLS) per American Health care Academy, exp date; 2023-03-24
  • IV Certificate of Completion
  • EKG- Certificate of Achievement
  • Executive Director’s List and Honor’s Award for Academic Excellence-Lincoln Technical Institute

Languages

Hungarian
Full Professional
Croatian
Native or Bilingual
Serbian
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Interests

Sharing travel tips
recommendations
and insights with fellow enthusiasts.
Exploring famous landmarks
historical sites
and cultural attractions in a new destination.
Food Tourism
Historical Exploration
Enjoy creating and following travel blogs.
Gardening
Fashion

Timeline

Neuroscience nurse

St Lukes Hospital
09.2024 - CurrentRead More

LPN, RN

Phoebe Home Nursing Home
04.2015 - CurrentRead More

LPN

Country Meadows Retirement Community
09.2014 - 03.2015Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Good Shephard Rehab Hospital
06.2011 - 09.2014Read More

Family Caregiver

Household
08.2001 - 06.2011Read More

Nursing Technician

Center for Medical Rehabilitation, “Banja-Kanjira”
06.1994 - 08.2001Read More

Lehigh Carbon Community College

Associate of Science from Applied Science-Nursing
Read More

Allegany College of Maryland

No Degree from General studies
Read More

Lincoln Technical Institute

from Licensed Practical Nurse
Read More

Lincoln Technical Institute

Certified Nursing Assistant
Read More

Education Minister of The Republic of Serbia

Certified Nurse Technician from Matriculation Examination of Secondary Medical School
Read More

Summary of Qualifications

  • Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with experience in neuroscience, inpatient rehabilitation, and long-term care. Skilled in providing comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals with acute neurological conditions, complex rehabilitation needs, and chronic medical illnesses. Experienced in performing detailed neurological assessments, administering medications, coordinating interdisciplinary care, and educating patients and families. Recognized for strong critical thinking, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced healthcare environments while maintaining a commitment to patient safety and quality outcomes.
  • Familiar with care of pre/post surgery patients with pacemakers, JP drains, various drip therapy, PEG feedings, tracheostomy and colonoscopy care, catheters, wound care procedures, IV, IM, and subcutaneous therapy, administration of medication and implementation of various physician standing orders and consultations with, attentive to detail and thorough, with strong work ethic, outstanding safety/HIPPA compliance and commitment to quality.
  • Experienced background in specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation care of patients with spinal cord injury, brain injury, amputations, total knee and hip replacements, dementia, and returning individuals to their highest possible level of functional independence, working together as a team member with PT, OT, physicians, social workers, and family members.
  • Supervised and monitored closely patient’s vital signs and conditions, interviewed patients to obtain the data and medical history, explaining treatment procedures, filling out requisition forms and verifying patient’s insurance policies, and actively participated in development and implementation of individual treatment plans.

Certificates

Required Certifications
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association
Neuroscience-Specific Certifications
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification
  • ECG/EKG Interpretation Certification
  • Dysphagia (Swallow) Screening Certification
  • Restraint Competency Certification
  • Crisis Prevention/De-escalation Training
  • Trauma-Informed Care Training
  • Sepsis Recognition and Management Training
Biljana GaletovicCNA, LPN, RN