Kala Bascetta
Norwich,CT
Summary
Registered nurse committed to providing excellent care to patients of all ages. Expertise in performing assessments and participating in crisis interventions. Kind and caring professional who provides compassionate care. Manages complex patient needs and contributing to multidisciplinary treatment plans.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Psychiatric Nurse
DCF Solnit
06.2022 - Current
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for effective treatment planning and optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions on various topics such as coping strategies, stress management, and medication adherence for improved patient understanding.
- Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary.
- Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
Registered Nurse PICU
Connecticut Children’s
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Perform patient assessments
- Communicate with providers
- Administer medications
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
- Supported families during difficult times by providing emotional support, education on their child''s condition, and resources for coping strategies.
- Effectively managed multiple priorities during high-stress situations by remaining calm, organized, and focused on delivering optimal patient care.
Registered Nurse PCU/ICU
Midstate Medical Center
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Educate patients and their families on treatment plans
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
04.2015 - 12.2021
- Resolve issues related to insurance and customer service and answer phone calls
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Substitute TEACHERS’ Aide
TVCCA Childcare and Preschool Center
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Responsible for care, supervision, and safety of children
- Responsible for keeping classroom and playground clean, safe, and orderly
- Assist staff in implementing age-appropriate curriculum
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN03.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Three Rivers Community College
Norwich, Ct12.2021
Associates - General Studies
Three Rivers Community College
Norwich, Ct05.2015
Skills
- Therapeutic care plans
- Compassionate caregiving
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Crisis management
Certification
- Registered Nurse Licensure
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse PICU
Connecticut Children’s
03.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse PCU/ICU
Midstate Medical Center
06.2022 - 03.2023
Head Psychiatric Nurse
DCF Solnit
06.2022 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
04.2015 - 12.2021
Substitute TEACHERS’ Aide
TVCCA Childcare and Preschool Center
01.2014 - 01.2016
Associates - General Studies
Three Rivers Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Three Rivers Community College
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