CHRISTINE BERG - RN
New Kensington,PA
Summary
Established Registered Nurse offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths, and astute assessment skills. Works well with interdisciplinary collaboration focusing on optimizing patient care to improve outcomes. Proactive, Quality-focused and Results-driven leader.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Community Life
06.2024 - Current
- Participates as Interdisciplinary Team Member in Daily Operations for Utilization Management Decisions
- Provides holistic care management of assigned caseload (30-40 patients) utilizing time management skills
- Identify/ Summarize Root Cause Analysis Data for Risk Prevention
- Maintains Confidentiality and Practices HIPAA Regulations
- Performs 10 Weekly Chart Audits for Quality Documentation
- Provide Patient Education Promoting Self Care Initiatives
- Executes Safe Work Standards Preventing Injuries
- Maintains Ethics for Professional Integrity Developing Patient Rapport
- Performs Comprehensive Assessments to Develop Individualized Care Plans for Patients.
- Attends Interdisciplinary Team Meetings to Enhance Patient Care Strategies and Outcomes.
- Monitors Patient Progress, Adjusting Care Plans Based on Evolving Health Needs.
- Collaborates with Healthcare Providers to Ensure Continuity of Care Across Services.
- Advocates for Patient Needs Within the Healthcare System, Enhancing Access to Necessary Services.
- Evaluate Patient Progress and adjust Care Plans Accordingly, Ensuring Continuity of Care Across All Health Care Disciplines
- Collaborate with Physicians and Other Healthcare Providers to Ensure Appropriate Resource Utilization for Complex Cases.
- Improve Patient Outcomes by Consistently Providing Comprehensive Assessments and Revising Care Plans.
- Streamline Care Coordination Processes to Reduce Hospital Readmissions and Emergency Department Visits.
- Complete Initial Assessments of Patients and Family to Develop Plans for Individual Home Care Needs.
Field RN Assessor
Village Caregiving
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Complete Insurance Required Home Assessments to Assess Individual Home Care Needs
- Data Collection of Demographic Information for Policy
- Obtain Patient Medical History to Establish a Baseline of Patients Needs and Build a Holistic Understanding of the Patient
- Document Summary of Observation For Quality Initiatives
- Develop Plan of Care for Non-Skilled Nursing Services for Task Implementation
Home Health Nurse
West Arm Homecare
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Perform Comprehensive Home Health Assessments to Develop and Implement Individualized Care Plans
- Provide Intake Assessments/Recertifications for Ongoing Care Needs
- Oasis Documentation/Skilled RN Visits per Policy Guidelines
- Provide Skilled Nursing Care as Ordered adhering to Best Practices
- Educate Patients and Families on Disease Management, Treatment Plans, and Healthy Lifestyle Choices.
- Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Teams to Ensure Continuity of Care Across Various Settings.
Nursing Instructor
Pennsylvania Training and Education Fund
09.2012 - 05.2023
- Directed/Instructed both In Person and Remote Classes for Nursing Continuing Education Initiatives to Improve Academic Enhancement
- Led Mental Health First Aide Sessions to Build Stronger Support Systems In the Community
- Led Crisis Intervention Sessions to Educate on Recognizing and Preventing Crisis and Fostering Engagement through De-Escalation
- Developed and Delivered PowerPoint Presentations on Stress and Anxiety to Lessen Workplace Stress and Prevent Moral Distress
- Webinar Speaker of Specialty Topics such as Caring for the Caregiver to Assist with Stress Reduction Techniques to Lessen Physical Effects of Stress on the Body
- Student/Nurse Aide Tutoring for Specialized Individual Needs to Improve Student Competency and Critical Thinking Skills
- Educated > 300 Direct Care Workers in Consumer Education -Collectively
- Collaborative Educator Impacts in 2022: upskilled > 865 Incumbent Workers, Trained 296 CNA’s, Recruited/Provided Skills Enrichment to 28 Members, Provided Instruction for 323 Members Who Participated in the TNA to CNA Pathway Nursing Waiver Training Program and then Provided State Prep Testing
- Led Training Sessions to Enhance Instructional Nursing Skill Techniques for Adult Nursing Professionals
- Developed and Implemented Nursing Curriculum in Alignment with Organizational Standards.
- Enhanced Student Comprehension by Incorporating Real-Life Scenarios and Case Studies in Lessons.
- Delivered Lectures on Complex Nursing Topics, Simplifying Information for Easier Understanding by Students.
- Educated and Trained >100 Nursing Students During Skills Classes
Substitute School Nurse
Burrell School District
01.2010 - 01.2018
- Administered First Aid and Medication to Approx. 10-30 Students During a School Day, Ensuring Compliance with Health Regulations.
- Maintained Accurate Health Records Using Electronic Medical Record Systems for Streamlined Access and Reporting.
- Assessed Students'' Physical and Emotional Well-Being During Daily Clinic Visits, Providing Appropriate Care or Referrals as Needed.
- Assessed Student Health and Identified Potential Health Concerns to Provide Appropriate Care.
- Contributed to a Positive School Culture by Serving as an Advocate for Student Health and Wellness, Empowering Students to Make Informed Decisions About Their Wellbeing.
- Educated Students on Various Health Topics to Promote Overall Health and Wellbeing.
Clinical Instructor for LPN Program/Contract
Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Mentored students in Practical Skills and Patient Interaction Techniques.
- Evaluated Student Performance Through Assessments and Practical Demonstrations.
- Collaborated with Healthcare Professionals to Enhance Training Relevance and Quality.
- Ensured compliance with state educational standards and accreditation requirements.
- Supervised 15 Assigned Students when Administering Medications To Maintain Patient Safety.
- Fostered a culture of Safety Within the Learning Environment by Emphasizing Proper Use of Equipment, Infection Control Measures, and Patient Privacy Guidelines.
- Supervised Students During Clinical Rotations, Providing Immediate Feedback on Their Performance and Suggesting Areas For Improvement When Necessary.
- Instructed Students on How to Perform Head-to-Toe Assessments on Patients and How to Intervene in Medical Emergencies.
- Provided Nursing Skill Demonstrations for Medication Administration, Dressing Changes and Clinical Documentation.
- Improved Student Performance with Regular Assessments and Feedback on Their Clinical Skills and Knowledge.
- Enhanced Student Understanding of the Nursing Profession by Sharing Personal Experiences, Insights, and Challenges Faced Within Various Healthcare Settings.
- Assigned Students to Patients Based on Students' Learning Objectives and Patient Needs.
- Maintained a Supportive Learning Environment, Addressing Individual Student Needs and Concerns Throughout the Course.
- Collaborated With Fellow Instructors to Ensure Consistency In Teaching Methods and Curriculum Content.
RN Clinical Staff Nurse
Allegheny Valley Hospital
12.2000 - 03.2014
- Delivered Patient Care in Accordance of Oncologic and Hospice Standards of Care to Uphold Organizations Standards of Nursing Care
- Provide Pain Assessments Ongoing to Promote Pain Management to Improve the Patients Quality of Life and Promote Total Wellbeing
- Display Leadership During Team Building to Cultivate Individual Productivity to Reach Individual Time Management Goals
- Admission Assessments/Discharge Planning to Promote the Application of the Nursing Process to Support the Patients Needs
- Practice Patient Safety/Patient Confidentiality/Ethics to Maintain Integrity
- Collaborated with Interdisciplinary Team to Improve Judgement and Decision Making Through Logical Analysis Achieving Problem Solving
- Adhering to Regulatory Compliance while Navigating the Healthcare System for Patient Advocacy
- Conducted Comprehensive Assessments to Evaluate Patient Needs, and Prioritize Interventions for Optimal Outcomes
- Administered Medications Safely According to Established Guidelines While Closely Monitoring for Side Effects or Adverse Reactions Requiring Intervention
- Improved Patient Outcomes by Implementing Evidence-Based Nursing Interventions and Individualized Care Plans.
- Contributed to Interdisciplinary Team Meetings by Presenting Clinical Data About Patients'' Progress Toward Reaching Established Goals of Care.
- Streamlined Medication Administration Processes for Increased Safety and Accuracy During Busy Shifts.
- Managed Patients Recovering from Medical or Surgical Procedures.
- Enhanced Continuity of Care by Maintaining Detailed Records of Patient Interactions, Treatment Plans, and Progress Towards Identified Goals.
- Increased Patient Satisfaction Through Timely Response to Concerns, Empathetic Listening, and Thoughtful Explanations of Medical Procedures.
- Recognized for Consistently Demonstrating Strong Clinical Judgment, Technical Competence, and Dedication to Providing Exceptional Patient Care by Achieving the Crystal Q Award
- Responded to Patient Emergencies to Provide Prompt Intervention
- Demonstrated Knowledge of Technical Procedures and Proper Equipment Use.
- Explained Plan of Care to Patients in Easy-to-Understand Terms.
- Provided Holistic Nursing Care for an Assigned Caseload of 8-10 Patients on an Acute Care Skilled Inpatient Unit
Certified Nurse Aide Clinical Instructor- Contract
Community College of Allegheny County
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Trained 30 new CNAs in best practices, fostering a collaborative team environment and skill development.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, and reporting observation findings
RN Charge Nurse/ Supervisor/Interim DON
Belair Health and Rehab Center
02.1995 - 12.2000
- Supervised 12-16 nursing staff personnel on given shift, ensuring compliance with best practices and quality standards.
- Mentored new nurses, fostering skill development and promoting a culture of continuous learning.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced patient care delivery and operational efficiency.
- Led initiatives to maintain high standards of infection control across the facility.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
New Kensington, PA05.2008
Registered Nurse Diploma -
St. Margaret Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA02.1995
Associate Degree - Applied Science
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA12.1992
Skills
- Communication
- Motivational Speaking
- Geriatric care
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Patient management
- Case management
- Oncology nursing
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication management
Certification
- CPI- Crisis Intervention Prevention /Dementia Certified Instructor
- Mental Health First Aid /Critical Thinking/Observation Skills
- Mentorship Train the Trainer Certificate/
- Academic Excellence Award Recipient
- Child Abuse Training and Mandated Reporting Biannually
- Pennsylvania State Certified Nurse Aide Instructor/TTE Certificate
- CPR Certified for Adult and Child/First Aid Training/Physical Elderly Assessment
- Connecting Across the Generations- CE certificate
- Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Motivational Speaking
- Professional Licensure- RN-505970-L
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Community Life
06.2024 - Current
Field RN Assessor
Village Caregiving
06.2023 - 06.2024
Home Health Nurse
West Arm Homecare
09.2022 - 06.2024
Clinical Instructor for LPN Program/Contract
Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center
01.2014 - 01.2015
Nursing Instructor
Pennsylvania Training and Education Fund
09.2012 - 05.2023
Substitute School Nurse
Burrell School District
01.2010 - 01.2018
Certified Nurse Aide Clinical Instructor- Contract
Community College of Allegheny County
01.2009 - 01.2010
RN Clinical Staff Nurse
Allegheny Valley Hospital
12.2000 - 03.2014
RN Charge Nurse/ Supervisor/Interim DON
Belair Health and Rehab Center
02.1995 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
Registered Nurse Diploma -
St. Margaret Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
Associate Degree - Applied Science
Community College of Allegheny County