Colleen Machcinski
Katy
Summary
Registered Nurse with 26 years of critical care experience, including the last 13 years, here at Houston Methodist West. The first 4 years of my time here I worked in the ICU, the last 9 years have been in the Cath Lab.
Expertise in patient assessment and quality improvement initiatives, delivering compassionate support while managing IV drug therapy. Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care outcomes and maintain high standards in clinical documentation and infection control. Recognized for effective communication with healthcare professionals and ability to perform under pressure in critical care settings.
For the first nine years of my career, I worked in the SICU at the Medical College of Ohio, a level one trauma center, in Toledo, Ohio. I have had my CCRN since 2008. I obtained my RN3 in 2022, while working in the Cath Lab. I completed my BSN in 2022, and am currently pursuing my Master's in Nursing Administration, through Chamberlain University, online.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Houston Methodist West
Houston
08.2012 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Denver, CO12-2022
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Chamberlain University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Electronic medical records
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control
- Clinical documentation
- Surgical assistance
- Care planning
- Critical thinking
- IV drug therapy management
- Communication skills
- Intervention evaluation
- Time management
- Shared governance
- Emotional intelligence
Affiliations
- I enjoy cooking, and baking. I have always planned a monthly birthday party, wherever I have worked for my co-workers. I love that food brings everyone togeher.
- I enjoy staying fit and working out.
- I like to garden, although I am not very good at it.
- I have 2 adult children, and 4 fur babies. All of them are thriving!
Certification
RN ADN, Toledo, Ohio. 1999
CCRN, Toledo, Ohio. 2008
RN BSN, Aspen University. 2022
RN3, Houston Methodist West. 2022
MSN in Nursing Administration, currently pursuing
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Houston Methodist West
08.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Chamberlain University
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