Edie Ritzi
Cincinnati,Ohio
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with 13 years of experience in pediatric acute burn care, pediatric reconstructive plastic surgery patients, 5 years experience working with patients with a rare genetic skin disease, Epidermolysis Bullosa, and 2+ years experience in long term care facilities with strong clinical and people skills. Ensures high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse medical, social, and psychiatric needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Care
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
11.2019 - Current
- Ensured optimal medication safety for patients by diligently reconciling home medications with prescribed regimens during clinic visits.
- Fostered a sense of empowerment among patients through the promotion of self-care strategies such as wound care dressing changes, medication and supplement adherence, using Mychart to send in questions and photos.
- Minimized the risk of complications from chronic illnesses such as wound infections through close monitoring of laboratory results.
- Facilitated communication between providers, patients, and families through accurate documentation of clinical encounters and timely follow-up on outstanding issues.
- Streamlined patient flow by coordinating with healthcare team members, optimizing clinic operations, and reducing wait times.
- Promoted a safe and healing environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining clean, organized clinical spaces.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by providing thorough education on medications, procedures, and lifestyle modifications.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing efficient and compassionate nursing care to a diverse population in an ambulatory setting.
- Supported continuity of care between primary provider visits through telephone triage, prescription refills, and answering patient inquiries.
- Reduced hospital readmissions for patients with chronic conditions through effective discharge planning and follow-up care.
- Expedited referrals to specialists and diagnostic tests as needed, facilitating prompt diagnosis and treatment of complex medical issues.
- Facilitated timely triage of patients based on acuity level, ensuring prompt assessment and intervention by appropriate providers.
- Safeguarded sensitive personal health information by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations in all verbal communications, written records, or electronic systems.
- Accelerated recovery time for patients by promptly addressing postoperative needs, including pain management, wound care, and mobility assistance.
- Assisted providers during office procedures such as biopsies or wound care management, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the process.
- Demonstrated cultural competence in nursing practice, effectively communicating with diverse patient populations to establish rapport and trust.
Registered Nurse II
Shriner's Hospital for Children
06.2007 - 12.2020
- Patient care in acute care burn unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from admission, shift assessments, medication administration, burn wound care, pressure area monitoring, pain management, Same day surgery patient admissions, and discharge process for up to four patients per shift.
- Primary care, assessment and evaluation of pediatric burn and plastic surgery reconstructive patients.
- Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
- Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.
- Followed infection control procedures.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Liberty Nursing & Rehabilitation Center of Three Rivers
- Chronic patient care in long ter care facility, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication administration, admission process, wound care management, to monitoring over 22 patients per shift.
- Oversaw and managed 12 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.
- Effectively supervised LPNs, NAs and non-clinical staff.
- Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Meadowbrook Care Center
- Chronic patient care in long term care facility handling all aspects of treatment from medication administration, wound care management, assisting with ADLs, and monitoring up to 25 patients per shift.
- Oversaw and managed 20 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.
- Effectively supervised LPNs, NAs and non-clinical staff.
- Responsible for any residents with IV treatments
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
PCA
Good Samaritan Hospital
- Assisted patients with daily functions.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
- Provided or assisted with all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.
- Obtained and charted vital signs and reported to RN
- Stocked unit with linens, and rooms with necessary items for proper care of patients
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio2007
Associate of Arts - Psychology and Sociology
Cincinnati State
Cincinnati, Ohio1998
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Acute care expertise
- Preceptor
- High level of autonomy
- Problem resolution capabilities
- Compassionate Care
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Nursing staff management
Certification
- Certified Pediatric Nurse
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Care
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
11.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse II
Shriner's Hospital for Children
06.2007 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Liberty Nursing & Rehabilitation Center of Three Rivers
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Meadowbrook Care Center
PCA
Good Samaritan Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
Associate of Arts - Psychology and Sociology
Cincinnati State
- Certified Pediatric Nurse
- BLS - Basic Life Support
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