Diane Minicucci
Agawam,MA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Baystate Health, specializing in cardiac care and emergency response. Expert in medication and IV administration, coupled with exceptional clinical judgment and patient education. Demonstrated leadership in managing a 32-bed telemetry unit, enhancing patient recovery and adherence to treatment plans. CPR and AED certified, embodying dedication and expertise in healthcare.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baystate Health
09.1988 - 12.2024
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and vital sign monitoring, to promote healing and recovery.
- Operated infusion pumps to deliver intravenous therapies, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Performed emergency response procedures, including CPR and airway management, to stabilize patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care, improving adherence to treatment plans.
- Administered medications using automated dispensing systems to ensure precise dosage and timing.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Worked on a cardiac telemetry floor , caring for patients with a variety of cardiac problems, mixed in with med/surg issues.
- Interventional procedures included cardiac catheterization, ablations. pacemakers, and pre-op cardiac surgery.
- Taught patients medication adherence for heart failure management,heart attack, treatment of atrial fibrillation, etc.
- Periodically performed charge role on 32 telemetry bed unit.
Education
ADN - Nursing
Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA05-1986
Skills
- Used the electronic medical record system
- CPR and AED certified
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baystate Health
09.1988 - 12.2024
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
ADN - Nursing
Holyoke Community College
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