Elena Nikitina
Good Samaritan Hospital
Warwick,NY
3
Languages
1
Certification
44
years of professional experience
Compassionate Registered Nurse with strong skills in medication and IV administration, patient assessments, and education. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and tailored care plans.
Work History
Registered Nurse
3 Years 11 Months- Administered intravenous medications and fluids to patients, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on infusion processes, enhancing understanding and adherence to treatment regimens.
- Trained new nursing staff on infusion techniques and best practices, fostering a culture of excellence in care delivery.
- Conducted regular assessments of infusion equipment, ensuring functionality and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
- Managed complex infusion cases involving multiple medications simultaneously, ensuring proper dosing, compatibility, and timing to maximize treatment effectiveness.
- Prepared chemotherapy doses and iron infusions for patient treatments as per physicians' orders.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
- Administered IV fluids, medications and blood products through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for infections, cancer, or heart and kidney problems.
Registered Nurse
16 Years- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse
6 Years 1 Month- Implemented infection control measures that improved patient safety across departments.
- Streamlined patient documentation processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Advocated for patient needs, improving service delivery through active communication with stakeholders.
- Led training sessions for new nursing staff, fostering knowledge sharing and skill development.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Home Health Aide
4 Years 3 Months- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely intervention.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with families and healthcare teams for individual needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and well-being.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client care and progress to ensure continuity of services.
Registered Nurse
9 Years 3 Months- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols for optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment plans.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Medicine
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication management
Medication administration
Patient assessments
Telemetry monitoring
ACLS certification
Patient education
Direct patient care
Documentation and charting
IV setup
Collecting vitals
Airway management
Diagnostic assessment
Catheter management
Chest pain management
Cardiac care
Geriatric nursing
Certification
BLS, ACLS, ONS
Languages
English
Professional Working
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Ukrainian
Limited Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital
08.2022 - 07.2026Read More
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital
08.2006 - 08.2022Read More
Registered Nurse
Multiple Institutions
07.2000 - 08.2006Read More
Home Health Aide
Multiple
02.1996 - 05.2000Read More
Registered Nurse
Foreign Institutions
06.1982 - 09.1991Read More
Medical College Named After D I Ulyanov
Associate Degree in Nursing from Medicine
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