Judith M Scarola
Coeur d'Alene,ID
Summary
Skilled RN with a proven track record at Hospice of North Idaho, enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes through expert medication and IV administration, and exceptional empathy. Demonstrated leadership in emergency care and palliative support, improving clinical practices by staying current with healthcare regulations. Achieved a significant reduction in medication errors, underscoring strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Floor Nurse
Hospice of North Idaho
10.2020 - Current
- Utilized EMR to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better self management.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in hospice environment.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders hospice environment.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Facilitated timely discharges through efficient coordination with case managers, social workers, and physicians.
- Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Modified patient health treatment plans by observing patient conditions and responses.
- Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
- Eased anxiety among patients facing challenging diagnoses or treatments by offering emotional support and empathetic guidance throughout their healthcare journey.
- Supported smooth transitions of care by effectively collaborating with other nurses during shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
RN
Crest
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Customer Service Representative
Costco
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Junior Olympic Level Gymnastics Judge
USAG
09.2010 - 08.2017
- Boosted confidence in scoring accuracy among coaches and athletes by demonstrating thorough knowledge of technical requirements for each discipline.
- Mentored new judges through shadowing opportunities, providing guidance on best practices for evaluating routines fairly and effectively.
- Attended annual training seminars to continuously improve judging skills and stay current on rule updates.
- Aided athletes'' understanding of deductions by clearly explaining specific areas for improvement postperformance.
RN, Emergency Department
Providence Milwaukie
08.2002 - 06.2004
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety, satisfaction, and overall Emergency Department efficiency.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Streamlined triage processes for efficient patient assessment and prioritization of care needs.
- Participated in ongoing education programs to maintain knowledge of best practices for emergency nursing care.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing trauma or medical emergencies, ensuring a positive and compassionate environment.
- Reduced wait times and improved patient satisfaction by effectively managing resources and coordinating with ancillary departments.
- Improved patient safety by consistently monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in status, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to established protocols and procedures.
- Acted as a patient advocate by effectively communicating their needs to the healthcare team and ensuring appropriate follow-up care was arranged.
- Demonstrated proficiency in performing emergency procedures such as wound care, IV insertion, ECG interpretation, and life-saving interventions following ACLS guidelines.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency department setting.
- Maintained accurate documentation and communicated efficiently with physicians, ensuring timely diagnoses and treatment interventions.
- Assisted physicians with complex diagnostic procedures, including lumbar punctures, central line placements, chest tube insertion, among others.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment for patients and staff.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
RN, Emergency Department/Cardiac Registered Nurse
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
07.1999 - 06.2002
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Administered medication, pain management and analysis of patient responses to interventions to improve individual performance.
- Effectively managed telemetry monitoring for multiple patients simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in cardiac care.
RN Orthopedics/Neurology
Merle West Medical Center
06.1997 - 07.1999
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oregon Health And Science University
Portland, OR06-1997
Associate of Arts - Pre-Nursing
Oregon Institute of Technology
Klamath Falls, OR06-1997
Skills
- Physical assessments
- Healthcare regulations
- Clinical judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Electronic Health Records
- Clinical Documentation
- Physical Assessment
- Pain Management
- Intravenous therapy
- Emergency Care
- Cardiac monitors
- Palliative Care
- Pediatric nursing
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Ventilation support
- Cardiac Care
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
12 lead EKG certification
-Critical Care management 30 contact hours
-Nursing documentation training
-AED training
-Basic bedside cardiac monitoring
-Lab value training
-Code blue training
-Type 2 diabetes training
-12 shift implementation and development
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse
Hospice of North Idaho
10.2020 - Current
RN
Crest
12.2019 - 08.2020
Customer Service Representative
Costco
10.2019 - 12.2019
Junior Olympic Level Gymnastics Judge
USAG
09.2010 - 08.2017
RN, Emergency Department
Providence Milwaukie
08.2002 - 06.2004
RN, Emergency Department/Cardiac Registered Nurse
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
07.1999 - 06.2002
RN Orthopedics/Neurology
Merle West Medical Center
06.1997 - 07.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oregon Health And Science University
Associate of Arts - Pre-Nursing
Oregon Institute of Technology