Drina Crosby
Camillus,NY
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in IV therapy and patient education, recognized for enhancing patient comfort and safety through effective communication and critical thinking. Proven skills in medication administration and team collaboration, ensuring optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments. Committed to delivering compassionate care while maintaining strict compliance with safety protocols and best practices.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Nursecore
Syracuse, New York
01.2024 - Current
- Administered intravenous medications and fluids to patients in clinical settings.
- Monitored patient vital signs during and after infusion procedures.
- Educated patients on medication side effects and infusion processes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient treatments and responses.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Provided emotional support to patients during infusion treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to emergency situations that occurred during an infusion procedure.
- Oversaw staff responsible for delivering infusion services in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Performed venipuncture procedures when necessary for accessing central lines or port catheters.
- Provided patient education on the use of IV therapy and potential side effects.
- Monitored patient vital signs, hydration levels, and infusion sites for any adverse reactions or complications.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments administered and reported any changes in a patient's condition to physicians.
- Assisted in the preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used during infusions.
- Utilized different items and methods, including gentle music and soft lighting in infusion room to promote kinder, less stressful atmosphere for patients.
- Spoke with patients to better understand experienced side effects, noting details in charts for physician follow-up.
- Coordinated with pharmacies for compounding medications specific to individual needs of patients requiring infusions.
- Ensured proper infection control practices were followed throughout the entire infusion process.
- Administered intravenous medications and fluids to patients according to physician orders.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments and adjusted medication dosages accordingly.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Conducted regular assessments on patients receiving infusions to ensure safety standards were met.
- Provided guidance and direction to less experienced colleagues regarding best practices for administering infusions safely.
- Documented data such as types of solution used, amount administered, rate of administration, duration of treatment, and other relevant information into electronic medical record systems.
- Educated family members about the importance of adhering to prescribed treatments for their loved ones receiving IV therapies.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
LPN Charge Nurse
Loretto Health & Rehabilitation
Syracuse, NY
02.2011 - 09.2024
- Delivered high consequence medications with precision, overseeing patients for side effects and enhancing patient comfort and holistic recovery.
- Established direct lines of communication between nursing staff and other interested departments, supporting patient care with collaboration between personnel with complementary specialties.
- Monitored patients with incontinence post-procedure and during trauma recovery, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Supervised a cohesive team, fostering collaboration amidst resource constraints and nurse availability.
- Supported nurses in delivering routine wound care for complex lacerations and punctures.
- Facilitated professional development of nurses across experience levels through continual education initiatives.
- Administered medications and therapies per physician orders, ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Ensured high-quality patient care by accurately administering medication and managing wounds and catheters.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms, and vital signs for comprehensive records.
- Tracked changes in patient conditions and communicated concerns to supervising healthcare providers.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 21 patients per day.
- Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels.
- Delivered behavioral and emotional support while closely monitoring patients experiencing dementia and Alzheimer's
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Reviewed patient care procedural modifications for efficacy and executed required adjustments.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by the facility and supervisor.
- Counseled clients, patients, and families, and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep, and movement throughout the facility.
- Worked with Nurse Managers, Providers, to evaluate intervention outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plans.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Onondaga-Cortland-Madison BOCES
Liverpool, NY07.2010
High School Diploma -
Central Highschool
Erie, PA06.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
St. Joseph's College of Nursing
Syracuse, NYBachelor of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Vital signs recording
- Team building
- Work planning and coordination
- Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)
- Patient charting
- Call answering and assistance
- Medication administration
- Conditions reporting
- Patient positioning and transporting
- Wound dressing
- Conflict resolution
- Epic Systems
- Specimen collection
- Activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Performance monitoring
- Patient observation
- Patient vital sign monitoring
- Sterilization and sanitation
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Time management
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Strong clinical judgment
- First aid and CPR
- Attention to detail
- Quality assessments
- HIPAA compliance
- Critical thinking
- Responsible and dependable
- Recordkeeping and maintenance
- Adaptable and flexible
- Coaching and mentoring
- Administrative functions
- Dietary requirements and restrictions
- IV therapy
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- Medical record documentation
- Infection control
- Patient assessment
- Team collaboration
- Emergency response
- Emotional support
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Patient relations
- Patient monitoring
- Patient education and counseling
- Critical care
- Patient assessments
- Administering immunizations
- Seizure management
- Patient discharging
- Personal care needs
- Medication and IV administration
- Infectious disease control
- Licensed RN
- Venipuncture procedures
- Care coordination
- Feeding pumps
- Follow-up calls
- Documenting vitals
- Patient discharge
Education and Training
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Timeline
Registered Nurse
Nursecore
01.2024 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Loretto Health & Rehabilitation
02.2011 - 09.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Onondaga-Cortland-Madison BOCES
High School Diploma -
Central Highschool
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
St. Joseph's College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Capella University