Joseph Obenour
Cuddy,PA
Summary
Accomplished Nurse with a proven track record at UPMC Presbyterian, excelling in patient care and medication administration. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and clinical judgment. Skilled in educating patients and their families, significantly reducing hospital-acquired infections. Committed to continuous professional development, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Caring Nurse with 20 years of experience in diverse healthcare organization working with acute care patients. Adept at introducing detailed care plans and coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in physical, psychosocial, developmental and educational aspects of nursing care for all patients and families.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Trinity Hospital
12.2023 - 07.2024
- 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.
Nurse
Geisinger
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
Nurse
UPMC Presbyterian
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
Float Nurse
Allegheny General Hospital
02.2007 - 01.2020
- Supported hospital''s mission and vision by consistently providing high-quality, patient-centered care across all assigned units.
- Promoted a culture of safety among staff members by adhering to best practices in infection control and prevention measures.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between units, coordinating patient transfers while minimizing disruptions to overall care continuity.
- Managed time effectively to balance competing priorities in high-pressure situations across multiple units.
Nurse
UPMC Presbyterian
06.2004 - 07.2006
- 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.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA05.2004
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Patient Education
- Clinical judgment
- Family Education
Accomplishments
Rookie nurse of the year UPMC Presbyterian 2004.
Rave award winner,cameo of caring nominee,Allegheny General Hospital.
Geisinger hospital Scranton awesome award.
Timeline
Nurse
Trinity Hospital
12.2023 - 07.2024
Nurse
Geisinger
01.2023 - 11.2023
Nurse
UPMC Presbyterian
03.2020 - 07.2022
Float Nurse
Allegheny General Hospital
02.2007 - 01.2020
Nurse
UPMC Presbyterian
06.2004 - 07.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
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