Denise Marie Regala

Level II Trauma Hospital, 772 bed Acute Care Hospital

Comprehensive Stroke Center & Chest Pain Center with PCI

Type of patient care:

Level I Traumas, Ischemic & hemorrhagic strokes, post- operative patients, sepsis, GI bleeds, respiratory failure requiring intubation, hypotension requiring vasopressor support.

• Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
• Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
• Coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan and evaluate patient care plans.
• Observed and reported symptoms, reactions and progress of each patient.
• Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
• Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
• Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
• Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.

• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
• Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
• Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
• Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.