Christina Ostrem
Registered Nurse
Redwood City,CA
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a total of 11 years of both pre-hospital and in-hospital management of emergency patients with a background in community health and patent education. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Kaiser
11.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Demonstrated strong peripheral IV start skills
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- · Proficient in using Epic Software to record and chart all patient care information to ensure accurate records
- · Managing patient care while providing patient-centered care and therapeutic nursing interventions
- · Appropriately prioritize nursing care and assess patient acuity
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Seton Medical Center
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences in a diverse patient population
Emergency Department Technician
Seton Medical Center
02.2019 - 09.2021
- Performed EKGs, splints, and basic wound care
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Enhanced patient care by setting up and providing assistance to physicians during emergent medical procedures such as thoracentesis, paracentesis, PICC line insertion, lumbar punctures
Paramedic
American Medical Response - San Mateo County 911 Provider
07.2016 - 08.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Assisted in training new EMTs by serving as a preceptor for the College of San Mateo EMT program and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
- Identified appropriated medical interventions based on patient assessment and interpreting EKGs and vitals from Lifepack monitor
- Performed medical interventions based on standing protocols and within San Mateo County paramedic scope of practice, which includes IV, IM, PO, and IN medication administration, intubation, cardioversion, external pacing and defibrillation.
Emergency Medical Technician
American Medical Response - San Mateo County 911 Provider
12.2014 - 07.2016
- Assisted paramedic partner with patient assessment, medical interventions, and safe patient handling on 911 emergency calls
- Performed BLS skills: chest compressions, splinting, oxygen administration, EKGs
- Collaborated with police and fire on scene to ensure safety of patient, bystanders, and emergency personnel
Emergency Medical Technician
St. Joseph's Ambulance Service
08.2013 - 11.2014
- Improved patient comfort and safety during non-emergency transport with attentive care and communication.
- Enhanced equipment readiness by rigorously inspecting, maintaining, and restocking ambulance supplies and tools as needed.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CAAssociate Degree - Nursing
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CAParamedic - undefined
NCTI
Milpitas, CAEmergency Medical Technician - undefined
San Francisco Paramedics Association
San Francisco, CABachelor of Science - Health Education: Community Health Emphasis
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CASkills
Teamwork and collaboration
Multitasking
Organizational skills
Compassionate and caring
Patient-centered care approach
Thorough patient assessments
Accurate charting and documentation
Medication and IV administration
Emergency triage and care
EKG interpretation
Certification
California RN-95256500
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Kaiser
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Seton Medical Center
09.2021 - 11.2022
Emergency Department Technician
Seton Medical Center
02.2019 - 09.2021
Paramedic
American Medical Response - San Mateo County 911 Provider
07.2016 - 08.2021
Emergency Medical Technician
American Medical Response - San Mateo County 911 Provider
12.2014 - 07.2016
Emergency Medical Technician
St. Joseph's Ambulance Service
08.2013 - 11.2014
Associate Degree - Nursing
City College of San Francisco
Paramedic - undefined
NCTI
Emergency Medical Technician - undefined
San Francisco Paramedics Association
Bachelor of Science - Health Education: Community Health Emphasis
San Francisco State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Francisco State University