Gina Austin
17 Harbor Place East Massapequa,NY
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with extensive hands-on experience in delivering high-quality direct and indirect patient care. Recognized as a compassionate Operating Room Registered Nurse, adept at surgical assistance, patient monitoring, and infection control. Demonstrates strength in critical thinking, strong communication, and teamwork, consistently achieving optimal outcomes in fast-paced environments. Committed to leveraging specialized knowledge to enhance patient care in surgical settings.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Improvement Nurse Manager, RN
NYU Long Island Community Out Patient Dialysis
Patchogue, New York
11.2024 - Current
- Formulated and applied effective nursing procedures.
- Coordinated interdepartmental efforts for improved patient care.
- Participated in strategic planning initiatives designed to improve overall operations.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
- Monitored adherence to quality assurance standards.
- Instituted nursing policies ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Leveraged extensive understanding of facility policies to guide nursing staff in resolving care-related challenges.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
NYU Outpatient Dialysis
Mineola, New York
01.2018 - 11.2024
- Administered prescribed medications during dialysis treatments, based on established protocols.
- Participated in quality assurance activities within the department by reviewing policies and procedures and providing feedback for improvement.
- Maintained adherence to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
- Assessed patient needs before starting the hemodialysis procedure, and monitored vital signs throughout treatment.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding patient status updates.
- Recorded patient information and medical documentation accurately.
- Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments and treatments, in a dialysis unit.
- Monitored patients' responses to dialysis treatment and promptly reported any changes or adverse reactions to the physician.
Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
Sonobello
Harrison, New York
04.2015 - 01.2018
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments, holding retractors, and performing suctioning as needed. Conducted patient.
- Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
- Assessments and administered various treatment methods.
Provided education to patients and their caregivers. - Accurately recorded patient information, and maintained medical documentation.
- Monitored vital signs before, during, and after surgical procedures.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up sterile fields with the necessary supplies and equipment for each procedure.
- Monitored sterilization process for surgical instruments or equipment used during procedures.
- Assisted in positioning patients on the operating table, and covered them with sterile drapes.
P.A.T. Specialist (cell Saver)
New York Blood Center
New York, New York
01.2014 - 04.2015
- Operated cell saver machine during surgeries with significant blood loss, addressing any issues promptly and effectively responding to medical emergencies.
- Coordinated and managed the efficient retrieval, processing, and return of units of blood to ensure a seamless workflow.
- Adhered to HIPAA and OSHA standards while maintaining regulatory compliance in the healthcare industry.
- Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent infection and cross-contamination during blood collection.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Maintained strict adherence to Jahava Wittness blood collection procedures and related industry regulations.
- Maintained full compliance with regulatory requirements while performing PRP blood collection procedures
- Consistently arrived at sites promptly in response to emergency calls and took immediate action to address medical situations
- Resolved technical problems encountered during specimen collection activities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
St Charles Hospital
Port Jefferson, New York
02.2005 - 12.2010
- Applied critical thinking skills to provide direct quality healthcare services for medical-surgical patients.
- Executed multiple treatments such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV insertions, and medication administration.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create and execute extensive care plans for assigned patients.
- Maintained close supervision of patients' journey toward intended goals and promptly alerted the healthcare team of any deviations from expected results.
- Implemented infection control practices per hospital policies and procedures.
- Educated patients on necessary medications for proper utilization upon their release while coordinating necessary follow-up appointments.
- Provided proper administration of prescribed medications and treatments following established nursing protocols.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds, and assisting with personal hygiene.
Flight Medic
United States Air Force
09.1996 - 01.2010
- Provided medical care and emergency response in aviation settings
- Practiced effective decision-making under high-pressure situations
- Acquired skills in triage, patient assessment, and treatment administration.
- Monitored vital signs of patients while in-flight and provided necessary treatments.
- Coordinated with crew members to ensure safe transport of patient and equipment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when responding to complex situations related to patient care or flight safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
05-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Excelsior College
Albany, NY08.2024
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Mandl College
New York, NY01.2015
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
Eastern Suffolk Boces
East Islip, NY07-2006
Skills
- Patient assessment and treatment administration
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Proficient in electronic medical record systems
- Culturally competent care
- Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Surgical Technologist
Additional Information
Dedicated to continuing education and professional development, Strong work ethic and commitment to patient-centered care, Ability to work well in team settings and collaborate with healthcare professionals
References
References are available upon request.
Timeline
Quality Improvement Nurse Manager, RN
NYU Long Island Community Out Patient Dialysis
11.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
NYU Outpatient Dialysis
01.2018 - 11.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
Sonobello
04.2015 - 01.2018
P.A.T. Specialist (cell Saver)
New York Blood Center
01.2014 - 04.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse
St Charles Hospital
02.2005 - 12.2010
Flight Medic
United States Air Force
09.1996 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Excelsior College
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Mandl College
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
Eastern Suffolk Boces
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