CHARMAINE PITTER
South Floral Park,NY
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional with 12+ years at Bellevue Hospital offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader experienced in training others.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bellevue Hospital
10.2011 - Current
- Medical Intensive Critical Unit (MICU)
• Caring for Critical Patient
• Assist MD with intubated patient, hanging and titrating critical drugs. - CTICU
• Patients two-three days post-op CABBG, TVAR - Medical Surgical
• Caring for ARDS/COVID-19 patients as well as patients on sedation drugs - Caring for intubated patients on ventilator and patient's that have tracheostomies.
- Patient assessments.
- Working in infusion center with patients diagnosed with gastrointestinal issues,iron deficiencies,arthritis, Crohn’s disease etc.
- Administering medication such as Remicade, Orencia, etc.
- Nursing Preceptor: assisting in new nurse's training.
- Caring for patients with cancer and administering high alert medication;Chemotherapy
- Experience with PICC line, Arterial line, CVL Cordis, HD catheter,
- Mediport etc.
- Peripheral line insertion and de-access
- Experience with caring for patients diagnosed with COVID-19 and other respiratory health issues.
- Experience with patients using PEG tubes, NG tubes
- Communicate information and guidelines to patients and families of patients.
- Follow directions well, Great team-player,and take self-directed action when necessary.
- Continually maintain clean and sanitary environment for patients.
- Provide level of care in accordance with Nursing Best Practices.
- Work with interdisciplinary team to provide optimal care to patients via doctor's orders.
Independent Nurse
TFC Service Bureau
05.2011 - 12.2011
- Treated patients with utmost care and respect.
- Attended to patients at home who were dependent on ventilators, pain management and PEG tubes.
- Conducted medication administration, patient assessments, and documentation.
- Provided high level patient care during heavy patient load periods needing additional personnel.
- Aimed to continually grow and learn in Nursing.
Support Counselor
Life's WORC
10.2004 - 05.2011
- Supervised six mentally challenged individuals .
- Administered medication under Registered Nurse supervision.
- Assisted individuals with special needs, and served as source of support.
- Accompanied individuals on field trips and recreational activities.
- Complied with special handling guidelines of each individual.
- Assisted families with preparations for special events.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12.2023
Associate In Applied Science, Nursing -
Queensborough Community College
Queens, NY01.2011
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Communication Skills
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Epic Emar
Certification
- Registered Nurse, 01/2011
- Cardiopuliminary Resusitation, 03/2012
- Intravenous Certification, 04/2011
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification, 11/2019
- BLS Certification
- Certification
- New York State Boards, 641029-1, New York City
- American Red Cross, New York City
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses, New York City
Locations
- Bronx, New York City, NY
- Garden City, New York City, NY
- New York City, NY
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bellevue Hospital
10.2011 - Current
Independent Nurse
TFC Service Bureau
05.2011 - 12.2011
Support Counselor
Life's WORC
10.2004 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Capella University
Associate In Applied Science, Nursing -
Queensborough Community College
- Registered Nurse, 01/2011
- Cardiopuliminary Resusitation, 03/2012
- Intravenous Certification, 04/2011
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification, 11/2019
- BLS Certification
- Certification
- New York State Boards, 641029-1, New York City
- American Red Cross, New York City
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses, New York City
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