Danielle Pecoraro
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Highly skilled Registered Nurse with 10 years of experience, including 9 years in Pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center Emergency Department, demonstrating extensive expertise in emergency care, pediatric triage, trauma resuscitation, patient education, and leadership as Charge Nurse.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Nurse
John R Oishei Children's Hospital
Buffalo, NY
01.2016 - Current
- Expert in pediatric triage, rapid assessment and stabilization of critically ill and injured children across all acuity levels
- Provides emergency care for pediatric trauma patients, including those with multi-system injuries, motor vehicle collisions, head trauma, fractures, burns, and penetrating injuries
- Proficient in managing pediatric medical emergencies, such as respiratory distress, seizures, sepsis, diabetic ketoacidosis, and cardiac events
- Assists in trauma resuscitations, including airway management, IV access, medication administration, and assisting with procedures such as chest tube placement, intubation, and procedural sedation
- Serves as Charge Nurse, overseeing department operations, coordinating patient flow, and managing high-acuity cases to ensure timely and efficient care
- Collaborates closely with trauma surgeons, emergency physicians, respiratory therapists, child life specialists, and radiology teams to optimize patient outcomes
- Provides real-time emotional support and education to families during high stress situations, ensuring they understand the care process and next steps
- Served as a mentor and preceptor for new nurses and nursing students, training them in trauma protocols, pediatric assessment, and emergency procedures
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, NY
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Provided instruction in the clinical setting to nursing students.
- Provided guidance on clinical practice guidelines according to professional standards of care.
- Evaluated students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct thorough assessments.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback on individual strengths and areas of improvement.
- Collaborated with faculty members to ensure curriculum standards were met.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and grades.
Medical-Surgical Float Pool RN
Buffalo General Medical Center
Buffalo, NY
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Provided comprehensive care to diverse patient populations across multiple medical-surgical units, including cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, hospice, and general medicine
- Managed a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and coordinating care with physicians and therapists
- Adapted quickly to different units and patient needs, demonstrating strong critical thinking and prioritization skills in a fast-paced hospital setting
- Educated patients and families on discharge instructions, postoperative care, chronic disease management, and medication adherence
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement individualized patient care plans, ensuring safe and effective treatment
Education
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - NURSING
D'youville College
Buffalo, NY05-2015
ASSOCIATES OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE -
Erie Community College
Williamsville, NY01.2011
Skills
- Pediatric triage and emergency care
- Pediatric trauma and resuscitation
- Nurse leadership and coordination
- EMR documentation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Emotional support
- Patient education
- Clinical instruction
- Student evaluation and mentoring
- Simulation equipment management
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), New York, Active
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, Active
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), American Heart Association, Active
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association, Active
Timeline
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Niagara County Community College
09.2018 - 12.2019
Critical Care Nurse
John R Oishei Children's Hospital
01.2016 - Current
Medical-Surgical Float Pool RN
Buffalo General Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2016
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - NURSING
D'youville College
ASSOCIATES OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE -
Erie Community College
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