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Elizabeth Krische

Hamden,NY

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective communication. Skilled in wound care and dedicated to fostering a safe environment, while mentoring new staff to uphold high-quality standards in nursing practice.


Healthcare professional with strong background in patient

care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.


Ability to maintain a positive, upbeat attitude


Ability to multi-task effectively


Strong analytical skills; easily assess conditions and implement appropriate interventions


Proven record of reliability and responsibility


Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Bassett Healthcare
04.2023 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
  • Managed caseload of [Number] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Cared for patient on cardiac monitors and medicated drips

Registered Nurse

Northwell Health System
02.2008 - 11.2022
  • Responsible for assessment and documentation of each patient's progress


  • Certified to manage ventilators, PICC lines, subcutaneous infusions and Pleurx catheters


  • Manage the care of up to five patients ranging in acquity from hospice to critical or advanced illness


  • Take on the role of charge nurse when assigned. Coordinating patient transfers, problem-solving and acting as a resource for other staff members


Collaborate with patients, families and the Palliative Care team including doctors, nurses, social work and pastoral care to create a plan of care for each patient


Trained to be a preceptor for new staff members



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Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Queensborough Community College
Oakland Gardens, NY
01-2008

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Wound care
  • Nursing documentation
  • Discharge planning

Certification

  • State of New York Nursing License - Current
  • Hospice and Palliative Care Certification 2011-2015
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) - Current
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS) - Current
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - Current
  • NYS Mandated Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting - Current

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Bassett Healthcare
04.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Northwell Health System
02.2008 - 11.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Queensborough Community College
Elizabeth Krische