Gianna Lorenzo
Belle Vernon
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Allegheny Health Network
Jefferson Hills, PA
08.2024 - Current
- Provide rapid, high-acuity nursing care in a fast-paced emergency department while managing assignments of up to six patients simultaneously.
- Perform triage assessments using acuity-based decision-making and initiate time-sensitive interventions.
- Conduct focused assessments, establish IV access, administer medications, and continuously monitor for clinical deterioration.
- Manage critical emergencies including trauma transfers, stroke alerts, septic shock, and STEMIs requiring cardiac catheterization.
- Collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation to support continuity of care in a high-volume setting.
- Demonstrate strong clinical judgment, adaptability, organization, and prioritization in high-stress situations.
Nurse Intern
Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital
Monongahela, PA
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted nursing staff in administering medications and treatments to patients in both the intensive care unit as well as a medical surgical unit.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health record system.
- Supported daily living activities for patients, promoting comfort and dignity.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and active listening.
Resident Care Aide
Residence at The Hilltop by Penn Highlands Healthcare
Monongahela, PA
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Provided daily living assistance, including bathing, grooming, and meal assistance.
- Monitored 35-40 residents’ health, vital signs, and medication management.
- Embraced an empathetic and caring approach to resident care, promoting emotional well-being.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering positive relationships.
- Promoted a safe living environment for residents by performing regular safety checks and maintaining cleanliness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA05-2024
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient and family advocacy
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
- NIHSS certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Allegheny Health Network
08.2024 - Current
Nurse Intern
Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital
05.2022 - 12.2023
Resident Care Aide
Residence at The Hilltop by Penn Highlands Healthcare
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carlow University