RN
Christina Kozoriz
Riverside Home Health Care
Newport News,Virginia
5
Years of experience
Compassionate Registered Nurse experienced in patient assessments, medication administration, and education. Enhanced patient safety through effective infection control measures and collaborative interdisciplinary care. Developed personalized care plans and advocated for patient needs, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care across diverse clinical settings.
Work History
Registered Nurse
2 Years 7 Months- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and medication adherence strategies.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient safety and improve outcomes.
- Evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans based on evolving needs and feedback.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
3 Months- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to enhance overall care coordination.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strove to protect health, safety, and rights of the patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
4 Months- Delivered patient-centered care across diverse units, adapting quickly to varying clinical environments.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, documenting findings accurately in electronic health records for optimal care planning.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and promote high-quality care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient transitions and continuity of care.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to address concerns and enhance satisfaction.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on best practices and enhancing team performance through knowledge sharing.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
2 Years 1 Month- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to the healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing recovery and reducing readmission rates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on clinical procedures and unit protocols, improving team efficiency.
- Implemented infection control measures that reduced hospital-acquired infections within the unit.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to ensure accurate documentation of patient conditions and progress notes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- 4.0 GPA
- Professional Development Studies: infection prevention, HIPPA, Medication safety, crisis prevention
Associate of Science - Nursing
- GPA 3.8
High School Diploma
- Field track
- Technical program for vet science
- Degree Awarded with honors
Skills
IV therapy administration
Drug administration
Medication administration
Patient evaluation
Clinical documentation
Patient evaluation
Documentation and charting
Patient education
Clinical reasoning
Family advocacy
Infection prevention
Patient care
Wound care
Compassionate care
Bedside manner
Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Riverside Home Health Care
03.2024 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Sentera
12.2023 - 03.2024Read More
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Riverside
08.2023 - 12.2023Read More
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Hcareers
07.2021 - 08.2023Read More
Galen College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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John Tyler
Associate of Science from Nursing
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James River High School
High School Diploma
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