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Carol Kruszka

Saginaw,MI

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with over 30 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with neuro specialty.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Saint Mary's of Michigan
12.1989 - 12.2023
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Delta College
Bay City, MI
12.1989

Skills

    Medication Administration

    Patient Assessments/care

    Patient and family advocacy

    Infection control measures

    Picc line/IV setup/administration

    Patient Monitoring

    Proper catheter insertion/removal

    Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

    Tracheostomy Care

    Nursing staff leadership

    Reliability

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Saint Mary's of Michigan
12.1989 - 12.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Delta College
Carol Kruszka