Christina Popovich
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Oschner Hospital, showcasing strong clinical judgment and compassion. Expert in medication administration and patient advocacy, I've significantly contributed to enhancing patient care and staff mentorship. Holds BLS and ACLS certifications, embodying professional bedside manner and autonomy in high-acuity environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Oschner Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surg/Ortho Telemetry
Health First Cape Canaveral Hospital
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Insurance Claims Adjuster Equine Division
Great American Insurance Group
08.2000 - 12.2013
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely updates and resolutions to their claims inquiries.
- Developed positive relationships with policyholders, fostering trust through transparency during the claim process.
- Identified fraudulent activities through diligent investigation, protecting company assets from potential losses.
- Fostered a supportive work environment by sharing knowledge and expertise with colleagues, promoting collaboration and teamwork.
- Managed catastrophe situations effectively, addressing urgent claims needs quickly and compassionately.
- Assisted policyholders in understanding the complexities of their coverage plans, helping them make informed decisions about their claims.
- Worked closely with underwriting teams to provide insights into risk assessment based on historical claim data analysis.
- Examined claims forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
- Answered customer questions regarding deductibles.
- Verified insurance claims and determined fair amount for settlement.
- Conducted comprehensive interviews of witnesses and claimants to gather facts and information.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to policyholders by communicating important information and patiently listening to issues.
- Identified insurance coverage limitations with thorough examinations of claims documentation and related records.
- Conducted day-to-day administrative tasks to maintain information files and process paperwork.
- Identified suspicious losses and contacted manager for investigative assistance.
- Clarified coverage of losses to policyholders and provided assistance in itemizing damages and finding alternative living arrangements.
Education
Associate of Science - ASN Registered Nurse
Keiser University, Melbourne Florida
Melbourne, FL08-2020
Associate of Science - Computer Programming
Central Florida Community College
Ocala, FL05-2000
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Direct patient care, assessments, strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- High level of autonomy
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- NIH Stroke Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Oschner Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surg/Ortho Telemetry
Health First Cape Canaveral Hospital
01.2020 - 07.2022
Insurance Claims Adjuster Equine Division
Great American Insurance Group
08.2000 - 12.2013
Associate of Science - ASN Registered Nurse
Keiser University, Melbourne Florida
Associate of Science - Computer Programming
Central Florida Community College
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