Gabriella Buchholz
Brook Park
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration and trauma response. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through strong clinical judgment and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Southwest General Medical Center
Middleburg Heights, OH
09.2017 - Current
- Administered critical care interventions in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient conditions in electronic health records accurately.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and post-discharge care effectively.
- Coordinated trauma response efforts, ensuring timely resource allocation during emergencies.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Patient Service Representative - Same Day Surgery
University Hospital St. John Medical Center
Westlake, OH
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Facilitated accurate admission and documentation of patient information to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Filed and maintained patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Managed patient registration process, confirming data accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained a well-organized front desk, contributing to a welcoming environment for patients and visitors.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure accurate patient information and streamlined communication between departments.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly, fostering a supportive environment and building trust in healthcare services.
- Handled sensitive patient concerns with professionalism and empathy, fostering an atmosphere of trust within the clinic.
Customer Sales Lead
Express Clothing Store
North Olmsted, OH
11.2012 - 09.2015
- Developed and implemented customer engagement strategies to enhance shopping experience.
- Mentored new employees on sales techniques and company policies for improved performance.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing stock discrepancies and improving accuracy.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resolving issues promptly to maintain loyalty and satisfaction.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Trained new team members on company product knowledge and sales techniques for their success.
- Responsible for running the sales floor and assigning tasks for sales associates for the duration of their shift
- Opening and closing routines consisting of managing money, making bank deposits, and emailing higher management of daily outcomes.
Emergency Room Technician
Springfield Regional Medical Center
Springfield, OH
04.2012 - 07.2014
- Administered patient care under supervision, ensuring comfort and safety in high-pressure environments.
- Assisted with triage processes, prioritizing patient needs based on urgency and condition.
- Operated medical equipment, including EKG machines and defibrillators, to support diagnostic procedures.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to maintain accurate patient records and documentation standards.
- Implemented best practices for infection control, improving compliance with health regulations.
- Coordinated communication between physicians, nursing staff, and patients to streamline care delivery.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during their emergency room visit, addressing concerns and offering emotional support when needed.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH12-2019
Associate of Science - Biology
Wittenberg University
Springfield, OH05-2013
High School Diploma -
Olmsted Falls High School
Olmsted Falls06-2009
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- IV setup
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Pediatric Advance life support (PALS) certification
- Basic life support (BLS) certification
- Trauma Nursing core course (TNCC) certification
- Ultrasound IV insertion certification
- Critical care
- Emergency response
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio License # 481711
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advance Cardiac Life Support
- TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course
- Ultrasound IV insertion certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Southwest General Medical Center
09.2017 - Current
Patient Service Representative - Same Day Surgery
University Hospital St. John Medical Center
09.2015 - 09.2017
Customer Sales Lead
Express Clothing Store
11.2012 - 09.2015
Emergency Room Technician
Springfield Regional Medical Center
04.2012 - 07.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Associate of Science - Biology
Wittenberg University
High School Diploma -
Olmsted Falls High School