Crystal Pittarelli
San Luis Obispo
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for challenging and dynamic nursing role. Proven track record in delivering exceptional patient care, with strong skills in clinical assessments, medication administration, and patient education. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing healthcare environments. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on achieving positive patient outcomes and supporting team success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Registered Nurse
California Correctional Health Care Services
2016.09 - 2026.06
- Administered medications, treatments and diagnostics following established protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying deviations and implementing appropriate interventions promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients on health management strategies, enhancing understanding of chronic or acute conditions and treatment adherence.
- Emergency medical response throughout institution providing urgent/emergent interventions and stabilization.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, wound care and airway management.
Staff Registered Nurse
French Hospital Medical Center
2013.08 - 2019.03
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assessed patients' conditions pre- and post-operatively, providing critical updates to physicians.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA2013-05
Bachelor of Science - Business Accountancy
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA2006-05
Skills
- Medication, immunization and IV administration
- Patient education
- Care plan development
- Emergency response and care
Timeline
Staff Registered Nurse
California Correctional Health Care Services
2016.09 - 2026.06
Staff Registered Nurse
French Hospital Medical Center
2013.08 - 2019.03
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuesta College
Bachelor of Science - Business Accountancy
California State University, Fresno