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Joanna Psaros

Essex Junction,VT

Summary

Compassionate RN Staff Nurse at UVMMC with expertise in patient management. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective collaboration and mentoring. Skilled in medication administration and accurate documentation, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments. Advocated for patients, fostering trust and support during critical moments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Staff Nurse

UVMMC
06.2011 - Current
  • Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
  • Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a more cohesive and efficient team environment.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
  • Administered vaccinations and conducted health screenings for early detection of illnesses or diseases among patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.


Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Vermont Technical College
Williston, VT

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
02-2020

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Diabetes management
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Specimen collection
  • Patient care in adult, geriatric, obstetric and newborn
  • Vaccine administration
  • Emergency procedures
  • Charge Nurse
  • Patient counseling
  • Newborn care
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Accurate documentation
  • Patient condition monitoring
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Procedure room preparation
  • Neonatal resuscitation (NRP)
  • Blood draw and sample collection
  • Cardiac monitors

Certification

BLS & ACLS Certified

NRP Instructor


Timeline

RN Staff Nurse

UVMMC
06.2011 - Current

Associate of Science - Nursing

Vermont Technical College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University