Holly DeCaro
Berlin,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Pediatric Registered Nurse managing health needs of infants, children and adolescents through nursing and treatment processes. Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to facilitate pediatric care. Continually maintains positive attitude in emergent, stressful situations. Experienced in a management role.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Floor Nurse, Pediatrics
Weisman Children's Rehabilitation Nurse
Marlton, NJ
09.2002 - Current
- Assisted patients in ambulating and transferring to beds, wheelchairs, examination tables, and other areas of the hospital.
- Performed patient full system assessments including vital signs, physical examinations, height and weight measurements, and documentation of findings. Managed and performed all care for patients. These areas of care included but not limited to patients with IV’s, Tracheostomies, ventilators, and various types of enteral tubes.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Monitored patient safety by maintaining a safe environment for all staff members, visitors and patients.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services by documenting assessment results in medical record.
- Identified changes in patient condition by observing skin color, pulse rate, breathing rate, blood pressure or other indicators; notifying supervisor as necessary.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss plan of care for individual patients.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding changes in patient status or treatment plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers and home healthcare personnel to ensure continuity of care after leaving the facility.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while delivering quality patient care.
- Assessed pain levels using appropriate scales such as visual analog scale or numerical rating scale.
- Implemented infection control measures such as hand hygiene according to hospital policies.
- Instructed individuals on how to properly use medical devices such as oxygen tanks or catheters.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance to family members during times of distress.
- Demonstrated knowledge of emergency procedures such as code blue response protocol.
- Reported any unusual incidents involving patients or staff members immediately to supervisor.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Completed required forms and chart documentation of vital signs, medications and other information.
- Provided education on medications, treatments, and health maintenance activities to patients and families.
- Charge Nurse for 7p-7a shift. Responsible for managing all aspects of care and needs for the patients and staff. Performed Performance Improvement for selected indicators. Performed scheduling for staff.
Nursing Supervisor & Shift Nurse
Bayada Nurses
Moorestown, NJ
07.1996 - 10.2017
- Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures to ensure quality patient care.
- Provided staff education and training on new equipment, techniques, and processes.
- Conducted performance reviews of nursing staff members to identify areas for improvement.
- Monitored patient progress to ensure compliance with established standards of care.
- Resolved conflicts among medical staff in a professional manner.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers regarding patient care issues.
- Evaluated clinical practices and implemented changes as needed based on feedback from staff members or research data.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Worked directly with patients in home or school setting providing ordered and required care and assessments during an 8 to 12 hour shift.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Floor
Children' Hospital of Philadelphia; Seashore House
Philadelphia, PA
09.1992 - 10.1999
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures and documented all.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of New York
Albany, NY06.1996
Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Practical Nurse Program
Camden County Vocational School
Sicklerville, NJSome College (No Degree) - Prerequisites For Nursing Program
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJSome College (No Degree) - Nursing Practice
Rutgers University
Camden, NJSkills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Care Assessment
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Monitoring
- Airway Management
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Charge Floor Nurse, Pediatrics
Weisman Children's Rehabilitation Nurse
09.2002 - Current
Nursing Supervisor & Shift Nurse
Bayada Nurses
07.1996 - 10.2017
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Floor
Children' Hospital of Philadelphia; Seashore House
09.1992 - 10.1999
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of New York
Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Practical Nurse Program
Camden County Vocational School
Some College (No Degree) - Prerequisites For Nursing Program
Camden County College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Practice
Rutgers University
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