Grace Sinni
Manchester,CT
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional seeking to excel as a Clinical Developmental Specialist. Skilled in mentoring new nurses and facilitating effective clinical training programs. Passionate about implementing techniques to enhance the education program and promote the growth and success of future healthcare professionals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Preceptor/Case Manager
Hartford Healthcare at Home
01.2015 - Current
- Makes joint visits with new clinicians to provide skilled care to assess disease progress and evaluate response to treatment
- Works with new clinicians to review the application of and give feedback regarding clinical documentation and forms
- Assists with pre-visit prep and review, post-visit charting support, and navigating resources and technology
- Teaches patients and reinforces client/caregiver teaching and education
- Ensures proficient performance with case management, all OASIS time points, and skilled nursing visits of new clinicians during the orientation process
- Demonstrates home visits/skills to and observes performance of home visits/clinical skills by the new clinicians paying particular attention to patient safety and patient interaction
- Consults with physician regarding client needs and plan of care
- Directs LPNs in carrying out the established plan of care
- Refers client/family to other community resources as needed
- Communicates/conferences with Clinical Developmental Specialist, Nurse Care Coordinators, Clinical Managers, and all involved in the patient’s care
Registered Nurse
Manchester Memorial Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Registered Nurse in orthopedic, medical surgical and cardiac units
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brookdale Buckingham
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Provided cognitive-enhancement techniques and social engagement maximize function capacity and ensured a therapeutic and safe environment for caregiver
- Provided caregiver education and support
- Addressed behavioral issues and integrated community resources into the plan of care to meet needs of residents and caregiver information
- Monitored the effectiveness and potential side effects of medications
LPN/Charge Nurse
West Side Health Care Center
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients
- Dispensed and managed medications to patients
- Provided appropriate care and information ensuring support and skills in pre-, intra, and post-operative nursing care
Education
Bachelor’s - Nursing Degree
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT01.2020
Associate Degree - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY01.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse - Diploma
A.I Prince Technical School
Hartford, CT01.2005
Skills
- Professionalism
- Clinical supervision and performance evaluation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Task prioritization
- Continuous improvement
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Organizational and Interpersonal skills
- Experience with EPIC and HCHB systems
- Continuing education
Timeline
Nurse Preceptor/Case Manager
Hartford Healthcare at Home
01.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
Manchester Memorial Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brookdale Buckingham
01.2011 - 01.2013
LPN/Charge Nurse
West Side Health Care Center
01.2007 - 01.2011
Bachelor’s - Nursing Degree
Central Connecticut State University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Excelsior College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Diploma
A.I Prince Technical School
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