Catarina DeVita
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical skills and natural interpersonal strengths, aiming to provide quality care in a pediatric ambulatory care setting. Knowledgeable about charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Detail-oriented team player with ability to handle multiple tasks with high degree of accuracy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Staff Nurse, Operating Room
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
2022.12 - Current
- Circulating nurse in the operating room, responsible for patient safety throughout duration of surgery
- Otolaryngology scrub nurse experience
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols per UPMC policy
- Promoted an atmosphere of collaboration among all surgical team members, facilitating smooth operation flows
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
UPMC Mercy
2022.04 - 2022.12
- Cared for a diverse patient population with varying levels of acuity
- Administered medications to patients, and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Educated patients, family members, and caregivers on diagnosis, disease process management, and lifestyle changes in preparation for discharge
- Utilized Cerner to document data related to patient care including medications, interventions and patient responses
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Mercy
2021.02 - 2022.04
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for laboratory testing
- Supported patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to promote team productivity and efficiency
- Provided bedside support with activities of daily living to ensure patient safety and satisfaction throughout length of stay
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
UPMC Mercy Hospital School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA12.2020
Skills
- Interprofessional communication
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- High level of autonomy
- Adaptability in high stress environments
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- 03 2023 - Trauma Nurse Certification
- 10 2022 - Basic Life Support (BLS)
- 04 2022 - Advanced Assessment
- 02 2021 - Basic Dysrhythmia
- Registered Nurse (License Number RN754885)
Timeline
Professional Staff Nurse, Operating Room
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
2022.12 - Current
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
UPMC Mercy
2022.04 - 2022.12
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Mercy
2021.02 - 2022.04
Associate of Science - Nursing
UPMC Mercy Hospital School of Nursing
- 03 2023 - Trauma Nurse Certification
- 10 2022 - Basic Life Support (BLS)
- 04 2022 - Advanced Assessment
- 02 2021 - Basic Dysrhythmia
- Registered Nurse (License Number RN754885)
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