Heather Palmese
North Branford,CT
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 16 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise within the Critical Care specialty.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Middlesex Health
07.2012 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Register Nurse
Hospital Of Saint Raphael
07.2008 - 07.2012
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Education
No Degree - Masters in Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, ILBachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT06.2008
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Critical Care
- EMR Systems
- Emergency Response
- Vaccine administration
- Staff Supervision
- Cardiac Care
- Acute care expertise
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Middlesex Health
07.2012 - Current
Register Nurse
Hospital Of Saint Raphael
07.2008 - 07.2012
No Degree - Masters in Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Connecticut State University
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