Deborah Matteson
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in urgent care and rehabilitation, proficient in patient assessment and care plan development. Adept at managing nursing staff and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient care quality. Strong focus on compliance, documentation accuracy, and effective communication with patients and families.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Manager
The Cottages at Garden Grove
Cicero
09.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of nursing department in rehabilitation facility, managing staff, coordinating care with interdisciplinary team, and serving as patient liaison.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and standards to maintain quality of care.
- Develop and implement patient care plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals and departments to enhance patient care and streamline communication.
- Handle patient and family complaints or concerns.
- Ensure accurate patient records and documentation.
- Monitor and maintain inventory of nursing supplies.
- Conduct regular staff meetings to address concerns and improve teamwork.
Registered Nurse
Oswego Hospital-Central Square Urgent Care
Central Square
10.2012 - 08.2025
- Conducted triage assessments and delivered urgent care interventions to ensure timely patient treatment.
- Provide urgent care services including triage, patient assessment, and minor procedures in a fast-paced environment.
- Administer IV therapy, medications, and perform EKGs and lab specimen collection.
- Oversaw patient flow and coordinated staff activities to enhance operational efficiency as charge nurse.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Educated patients on health management and preventive care to promote better health outcomes.
- Participate in monthly performance audits and patient education initiatives.
- Maintain BLS and ACLS certifications to ensure high standards of emergency care.
Registered Nurse
Associated Medical Professionals
Syracuse
06.2003 - 09.2012
- Provided comprehensive nursing care in outpatient and surgical settings, supporting patient recovery and procedural efficiency.
- Supported surgical procedures, providing anesthesia assistance and facilitating post-op recovery.
- Administered IV therapy and contrast for CT scans while overseeing surgical scheduling.
- Performed initial patient assessments and managed medication administration.
- Conducted telephone triage and coordinated medical supply management for two offices.
Registered Nurse
Community General Hospital
Syracuse
06.2001 - 06.2003
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for up to 12 patients per shift, prioritizing individualized treatment plans and patient comfort.
- Performed patient assessments, administered medication, and provided wound care, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and enhancing patient outcomes.
- Delivered total patient care in hospital setting, conducting assessments, administering medication, and providing wound care to ensure patient recovery.
- Assumed charge nurse responsibilities for the evening shift, managing 36 patients.
Education
Medical Billing and Coding Certification - outpatient medical billing and coding
Auburn University
Auburn, AL06-2025
Associates Degree - Nursing
Crouse Hospital School of Nursing
Syracuse, NY05-2001
Regents Diploma - Math and Science
Camden High School
Camden, NY06-1999
Skills
- Medication Administration
- IV Therapy & Insertion
- EKG & Lab Specimen Collection
- Minor Surgical Assistance
- Electronic Charting
- Care coordination
- Care planning
- Medical Scheduling
- Telephone Triage
- Team leadership
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking
- Patient Education
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, Current
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association, Current
Timeline
Registered Nurse Manager
The Cottages at Garden Grove
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Oswego Hospital-Central Square Urgent Care
10.2012 - 08.2025
Registered Nurse
Associated Medical Professionals
06.2003 - 09.2012
Registered Nurse
Community General Hospital
06.2001 - 06.2003
Medical Billing and Coding Certification - outpatient medical billing and coding
Auburn University
Associates Degree - Nursing
Crouse Hospital School of Nursing
Regents Diploma - Math and Science
Camden High School