Dana Prochilo
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record at SIUH, excelling in clinical judgment and patient education. Mastered medication and IV administration, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Known for compassionate care and effective patient and family advocacy, consistently improved patient satisfaction and safety through rigorous infection control measures. I started out as a medical surgical nurse and then my last 7 years I joined the float team which included working in the ICU/CCU, Emergency department and other areas.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
SIUH
05.2003 - 11.2016
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- 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.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY05.2003
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
SIUH
05.2003 - 11.2016
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
College of Staten Island
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