CRYSTAL STARING
Summary
To continue working in healthcare, being able to utilize my unique knowledge and skills in management, supervision, and clinical settings. To hold a position in which my knowledge of advanced technologies and medicine, education, training, and skills will be successfully utilized to their fullest potential. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Community RM
OPWDD – CNY DDSO
01.2018 - Current
- Developed detailed Nursing Assessments, MIPS plans, assisted with MOLST forms, developed PONS, created, and implemented plans, and worked as a team member, to provide health teaching to both staff and individuals
- Counseling for individuals
- Coordinate and communicate medical information and care between the team and the medical providers who take part in their care including the clinical team, family, guardian, staff, and others who are connected to the care and responsible for the individuals we care for
- Serve as an advocate for individuals and their families to elevate the health care services delivery, and the ethical and sensitive manner creating the best quality of life for our individuals
- Assess and update all RN weekly, monthly, three-month, six-month, and annual checklist requirements
- Check for all Safety compliance issues
- Provide hands-on care to individuals who are ventilator dependent, trach care, g-tube, J-tubes and foley catheters.
RN-Supervisor/Unit manager
Betsy Ross Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Responsible for staffing a sixty-bed unit, scheduling of staff, disciplinary plans of correction, utilization of agency staff, and overall functioning of the nursing staff to include approximately 24 nurses and 60 CNAs
- Was an active member of the wound care team, participating in weekly team rounds, developing treatment plans, and monitoring wounds daily, utilizing wound vacs and other treatment modalities
- Participated in the coordination of care, Interacting with physicians and families, and coordinating care with interdisciplinary team members, monthly assessments, and progress notes on residents continued to participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and direct care goals for residents to help them achieve and maintain optimum levels of health
- Participated in NYS DOH plan of correction and helped develop and update policy and procedure to remain in compliance.
RN- Critical Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department
Rome Memorial Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Responded to life-saving situations by using preset nursing standards and protocols, core knowledge of handling situations in emergency and critical care unit settings
- Assess patients' conditions and provided dedicated patient care
- Start IV's, monitor cardiac telemetry, assist with intubation, respond to codes
- Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays, such as respirators and ventilators
- Records all care information concisely, accurately, and completely
- Perform procedures such wound dressing, and administering medications
- Demonstrates ability to set priorities, complete assignments in a timely manner while managing multiple duties and responsibilities
- Act as a patient advocate and provide appropriate support family members.
Education
Critical Care Course-Rome Memorial Hospital
American Heart Association-ACLS Provider Certificate
American Heart Association-PALS Provider Certificate
American Heart Association-BLS Provider Certificate
RN AAS Degree in Nursing -
Mohawk Valley Community College-Utica/Rome, NY
AAS Degree in Emergency Medicine/Paramedic -
Mohawk Valley Community College-Utica, NY
MidState EMS-EMT-Basic Utica, NY
Mohawk Valley Community College-Utica/Rome, NY
Mohawk Valley Community College-Utica, NY
Skills
- Critical Care
- Case Management
- Emergency Response
- Wound Care
Additional Capabilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of advanced and ultra-modern equipment and devices
- Self-reliant and confident
- Great communication skills – Able to deal politely with patients and relatives
- Demonstrated ability to remain calm in emergency situations
- Strong aptitude to become accustomed in the new environment immediately
- Sound understanding of patient care techniques as well as exceptional patient care skills
- Well versed in delivery of patient care through the nursing process
Clubs And Activities
- Adirondack Pop Warner Cheerleading Head Coach 1998-current
- West Leyden Fire Department EMT Volunteer 2013-2016
- American Red Cross Volunteer (Oneida and Lewis County) 2013-current
- American Red Cross Student Nurse Disaster Trained and Registered 2012-2014
- Pop Warner Cheerleading Coach 1996-2006, 2013-current
- Student Nurses Organization-President, Mohawk Valley CC, Utica/Rome, NY 2012-2013
- Student Nurses Organization-Executive Board, Mohawk Valley CC, Utica/Rome, NY 2011-2012
- Student Congress-Representative, Mohawk Valley Community College, Utica, NY 2011-2014
- National Student Nurses Association-National Delegate 2011-2014
- Various Walks, Health Fairs and Community Events
Certificates And Awards
- Critical Care Course Certification 2014
- President's List Achievement Award 2013
- Advanced Oxygenation and BLS-Mohawk Valley Community College-Utica, NY 2013
- Working Solutions Pipeline Scholarship 2012
- David & Virginia Scholarship 2013
Personal Information
Title: NYS Licensure Registered Nurse
Timeline
Community RM
OPWDD – CNY DDSO
01.2018 - Current
RN-Supervisor/Unit manager
Betsy Ross Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2017 - 08.2018
RN- Critical Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department
Rome Memorial Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2017
Critical Care Course-Rome Memorial Hospital
American Heart Association-ACLS Provider Certificate
American Heart Association-PALS Provider Certificate
American Heart Association-BLS Provider Certificate
RN AAS Degree in Nursing -
Mohawk Valley Community College-Utica/Rome, NY
AAS Degree in Emergency Medicine/Paramedic -
Mohawk Valley Community College-Utica, NY
MidState EMS-EMT-Basic Utica, NY
Mohawk Valley Community College-Utica/Rome, NY
Mohawk Valley Community College-Utica, NY
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