Caroline Gismondi RN, BSN
Summary
Registered professional nurse offering behavioral health nursing experience, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, RN BSN
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
- Completed charge nurse duties on the inpatient Behavioral Health Unit.
- Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary.
- Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for effective treatment planning and optimal patient outcomes.
- Documented clinical observations in electronic medical records, ensuring accuracy while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.
- Managed challenging patient behaviors with patience and empathy, utilizing therapeutic interventions to help individuals regain control over their emotions.
- Conducted suicide risk assessments for at-risk individuals promptly addressing any concerns identified throughout the evaluation process.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
Student Nurse
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center
- Maintained comfort, quality of life, and provided care for palliative patients in the hospital's ICU unit
- Administered medication to patients on the Behavioral Health Unit presenting with serious risk of danger to themselves and others
- Checked for open windows, locked doors, and other safety hazards while working in the Behavioral Health Unit
- Observed and assisted registered nurses with admission assessments on individuals with substance abuse disorders and mental illness
- Assisted registered nurses with triage tasks in the hospital's Emergency Room (ER)
- Administered IV fluids and oral medications to patients located in the hospital's Emergency Room (ER).
Student Nurse
ECMC Health Campus - Erie County Medical Center
- Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for patients with various mental health conditions
- Participated in group therapy sessions, and one on one interviews with patients with various mental health conditions
- Obtained vital signs of patients located on the Behavioral Health Unit.
Student Nurse
People Inc.
- Provided holistic care - Assisting the care of patients when having trouble completing tasks themselves (feeding, showering, bed baths, oral care)
- Completed tracheostomy suctioning and management
- Administered medication and feds through PEG tube
- Completed extensive ROM exercises with patients
- Developed individualized care plans ensuring desired goals and outcomes are achieved.
Student Nurse
Sisters of Charity Hospital
- Delivered compassionate nursing care to patients during labor, antepartum, postpartum and provided support for newborn care
- Monitored patients following C-section operations including blood pressure, vital signs, and reactions to anesthesia
- Coordinate with nursing staff, health care providers, patients, and families to provide treatment based on emotional, cultural, and physical needs
- Completed focused assessments on newborns in the NICU, obtained vital signs, and reported changes to the registered nurses in the unit
- Administered medications to patients located in the NICU and Mother Baby unit under the supervision of clinical instructor.
Student Nurse
Oishei Children's Hospital of Buffalo
- Completed head to toe assessments on pediatric patients, obtained vital signs, and administered medications and tube feedings
- Provided patient education and emotional support to patients and their families
- Ordered food for patients and monitored intake/output
- Recorded patient data using the unit's EMR/EHR system
- Observed surgeries in the hospital's OR and monitored clients for post-op complications and reactions of anesthesia.
Student Nurse
Mount St. Mary's Hospital
- Delivered support with activities of daily living (ADLs) to patients located on the 5th floor (Telemetry/Med Surg Unit) and 6th floor (Med Surg Unit)
- Provided skin care and oral hygiene including bed baths and perineal care
- Monitored and recorded patients' vital signs and reported changes to the unit's registered nurses
- Administered oral, topical, and subcutaneous medications under the supervision of clinical instructor
- Obtained fluid samples for lab orders and delivered samples to the hospital's laboratory
- Emptied indwelling catheter bags and recorded intake and output
- Repositioned and turned patients every 2 hours to maintain skin integrity and prevent skin breakdown.
Food Waiter
Mom's Family Restaurant
02.2017 - Current
- Maintained customer satisfaction by clarifying questions about orders and specialty items
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest
- Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service, and safety procedures.
Food Server
De Dee's Dairy
07.2016 - Current
- Addressed customer complaints quickly and professionally to avoid negative reviews and loss of business
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts, and maintained accurate cash drawer
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
Niagara University
Niagara Falls, NY05.2023
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Restraint Techniques
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Mental Health Assessment
- Documentation and Charting
- EMR / EHR
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Registered Nurse, RN BSN
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Food Waiter
Mom's Family Restaurant
02.2017 - Current
Food Server
De Dee's Dairy
07.2016 - Current
Student Nurse
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center
Student Nurse
ECMC Health Campus - Erie County Medical Center
Student Nurse
People Inc.
Student Nurse
Sisters of Charity Hospital
Student Nurse
Oishei Children's Hospital of Buffalo
Student Nurse
Mount St. Mary's Hospital
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
Niagara University
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