Jennifer Kolar
BSN, RN, MA
Sayville,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with over 15 years of experience caring for patients and their families in a fast-paced inpatient acute care setting eager to bring skill set to outpatient setting. Encompasses a broad range of knowledge and skills with history in direct patient care, triage, starting IVs, coordinating patient intake and discharges, preparation of patients for tests and procedures, teaching and educating patients and their families on diagnosis and symptom management. Ability to work with high volumes of patients while maintaining nursing care standards. Able to remain calm, professional, and caring in highly stressful situations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
RN 1, Labor & Delivery Unit
Stony Brook University Medical Center
Stony Brook , NY
2 2010 - Current
- Experienced L&D and Maternity Urgent Care Triage RN, proficient in clinical assessments, IVs, time management, and effective communication of patient needs and status amongst multiple disciplines
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
- Managed high risk obstetrical conditions including but not limited to: Mothers diagnosed with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), Preeclampsia, Gestational Diabetes, HIV, and Preterm Labor
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies and future discharges
- Provided bereavement and comfort care to mothers experiencing Intrauterine Fetal Demise (IUFD)
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives while coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery and supported physicians in both planned and emergent Cesarean section procedures
- Developed strong relationships with patients' families, providing emotional support and education while addressing concerns or questions about care plans
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to supportive work environment and improved retention rates
- Educated Staff on Workplace Incivility and Bullying
- Educated RNs in task of Neonatal Resuscitation at delivery of newborn
RN 1, Surgical Progressive Care/Telemetry Unit 18N
Stony Brook University Medical Center
Stony Brook , NY
2008.08 - 2010.02
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, and dysrhythmia interpretation
- Collaborated with all disciplines to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Developed trusting relationships while providing exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures
- Educated patients and caregivers on course of care, medication side effects, disease process, and treatment options in easy-to-understand terms
- Skilled in bedside monitoring and maintaining high degree of accuracy when documenting
- Personalized bedside care and interactions based on cultural backgrounds
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs
Education
Master of Arts - Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care, and Bioethics
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY 2017.01 - 2022.05
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY 2006.09 - 2008.05
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY 1991.09 - 1993.05
A.A.S. in Business Administration -
Suffolk Community College
Selden, NY 1989.09 - 1991.05
Skills
Proficient in establishing IV access
undefinedCertification
Professional Registered Nurse License, 605208-01, 08/01/08, Present
Accomplishments
- UHC/AACN Nurse Residency Program, 08/01/09, Published clinical narrative in The UHC/AACN Nurse Residency Publication for National Nurse Residency Program
- Published Newsday Article, 07/01/08, Paying it Forward, Becoming a Nurse
Affiliations
- Shwachman Diamond Project, Ltd., Co-founder and Board Member, 2005, Present, 501(C)3
- Unit-Based Council, Bereavement Committee - current
Community Service
- 5K Shwachman Diamond Dash, Race Director, Sayville, NY, 08/01/03, 2017, Organized, developed, managed, and implemented 5K Run/Walk to aid in raising funds for research to finding a cure for Shwachman Diamond Syndrome
- Turn the Page Preschool, Visiting Nurse, Sayville, NY, 09/01/08, Present, Educated preschool children on the importance of 'Hand Hygiene and Covering Your Cough'
Timeline
Master of Arts - Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care, and Bioethics
Stony Brook University
2017.01 - 2022.05
RN 1, Surgical Progressive Care/Telemetry Unit 18N
Stony Brook University Medical Center
2008.08 - 2010.02
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stony Brook University
2006.09 - 2008.05
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Stony Brook University
1991.09 - 1993.05
A.A.S. in Business Administration -
Suffolk Community College
1989.09 - 1991.05
RN 1, Labor & Delivery Unit
Stony Brook University Medical Center
2 2010 - Current
Professional Registered Nurse License, 605208-01, 08/01/08, Present
ACLS, BLS, NRP
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