Claudine Russomanto
Danbury,CT
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in home health care, long term care and medical settings. Skilled in patient care planning, case management, medication management and administration. Proficient in wound care, IV infusion care, diabetes care, foley care, gastric tube care, pain management and OASIS assessment. Possesses extensive experience in geriatric treatment, hospice care, and acute and rehabilitative care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care - Per Diem
Nuvance Health
Danbury, CT
07.2022 - Current
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient conditions, documenting changes in health status accurately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Home Health and Hospice Nurse - Per Diem
Visiting Nurse and Hospice of Fairfield County
Wilton, CT
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Per diem RN for both hospice and home care
- Supported our patients, families and loved ones as they go through their end of life journey.
- Performed a comprehensive assessment to establish goals for symptom management and end of life care with effective case management strategies.
- Collaborated and developed patient care plans with physicians on patient medications and medical needs.
- Provided education to patients and families on proper home health care procedures and strategies.
- Coordinated with Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and other individuals in the patient’s care plan.
- Administered patient care plans based on individual needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient comfort and quality of life.
- Educated families on care techniques, medication management, and emotional support strategies.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
Education Coordinator
Visiting Nurse and Hospice of Fairfield County
Wilton, CT
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Trained new nurses to home care/ case management, train clinicians to EMR, site visits to ongoing education of clinicians, skill check, education and review of polices and procedures under Medicare guidelines.
- OASIS reviews, ongoing education for quality improvement.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Bethel Visiting Nurse Association
Bethel, CT
02.2007 - 10.2020
- Optimized program resource utilization to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed appropriate care plans for at-risk individuals.
- Collaborated with physicians on patient medications, medical needs and performance.
- Developed patient care plans, including overall patient health assessments and evaluations.
- Administered medications and treatment plans in accordance with physician orders.
- Updated and maintained discharge plan of care with physician, members of healthcare team, patients, and families.
Registered Nurse
Danbury Hospital
Danbury, CT
09.2006 - 02.2007
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Assessed patient conditions, providing timely interventions based on observed changes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
Registered Nurse
Harborside Healthcare
Danbury, CT
03.2004 - 09.2006
- 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.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Assessed patient conditions, providing timely interventions based on observed changes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College
Bacolod City, Philippines 03.2001
High School Diploma -
La Consolacion College
Philippines03.1997
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Wound care
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Care planning
- Family education
- Licensed RN
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Certification
- CPR Certification
- RN License, NY and CT
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care - Per Diem
Nuvance Health
07.2022 - Current
Home Health and Hospice Nurse - Per Diem
Visiting Nurse and Hospice of Fairfield County
11.2021 - 12.2022
Education Coordinator
Visiting Nurse and Hospice of Fairfield County
11.2020 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Bethel Visiting Nurse Association
02.2007 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse
Danbury Hospital
09.2006 - 02.2007
Registered Nurse
Harborside Healthcare
03.2004 - 09.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College
High School Diploma -
La Consolacion College