Carissa Reome
Malone,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Patient-oriented Registered Nurse with eight years of diverse experience in direct patient care (two years experience as a Registered Nurse (RN), three years experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), and three years experience as a Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA); all of which in the facility, The Alice Center. Experience working on the Medical-Surgical Unit at Alice Hyde Medical Center. Continues to gain experience with staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with long-term nursing care and short-term skilled nursing care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Nursing Home
UVMC - Alice Hyde Medical Center
2022.07 - Current
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UVMC - Alice Hyde Medical Center
2021.11 - 2022.07
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse, Nursing Home
UVMC - Alice Hyde Medical Center
2021.07 - 2021.11
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Nursing Home
UVMC - Alice Hyde Medical Center
2018.07 - 2021.07
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
AHMC - The Alice Center
2016.10 - 2018.07
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Canton
Canton, NY05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
North Country Community College
Malone, NY05.2018
Ceritfied Nurse's Assistant
North Franklin Education Center - BOCES
Malone, NY06.2015
Skills
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Patient Care
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Patient Discharging
- Patient Assessments
- Staff Supervision
- Patient Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Precepting
- Infection Control Measures
- Long-Term Care
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Nursing Home
UVMC - Alice Hyde Medical Center
2022.07 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UVMC - Alice Hyde Medical Center
2021.11 - 2022.07
Registered Nurse, Nursing Home
UVMC - Alice Hyde Medical Center
2021.07 - 2021.11
Licensed Practical Nurse, Nursing Home
UVMC - Alice Hyde Medical Center
2018.07 - 2021.07
CNA
AHMC - The Alice Center
2016.10 - 2018.07
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Canton
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
North Country Community College
Ceritfied Nurse's Assistant
North Franklin Education Center - BOCES
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