Katherine Tsvetkov
759 East 10th
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Step-Down Registered Nurse
New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell
New York
11.2023 - Current
- Conducted and reported comprehensive assessments of pediatric patients from newborns to adolescents using a family-centered approach.
- Maintained accurate records of evaluations and interventions within the electronic medical record system, EPIC.
- Escalated concerns regarding patient deterioration according to hospital policy and implemented any resuscitation efforts needed for stabilization as per the PALS algorithm.
- Delivered specialized nursing care for medically complex pediatric patients in high-demand environments, including patients who are ventilator-dependent and G/J tube-dependent.
- Utilized age-appropriate teaching and communication techniques to instruct families and patients on admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- De-escalated patients presenting with agitation and various behavioral crises via therapeutic communication.
Per Diem Companion
New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell
New York
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Assessed client needs through observation, direct conversations, and monitored vital signs, including blood pressure and respiration rate.
- Assisted clients with daily activities, including toileting, bathing, feeding, and grooming.
- Provided companionship to elderly clients during hospital stays when redirection was necessary.
ISC/OSC Service Coordinator
Right Start, Inc
Brooklyn
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed caseload of over 60 children in Early Intervention Program, guiding families through processes.
- Educated caregivers on therapy options and referral resources while maintaining detailed documentation in NYEIS.
- Conducted six-month evaluations with caregivers to assess progress and ensure alignment.
- Delivered emotional support via empathic and compassionate communication techniques to reduce stress and confusion for families throughout the process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New York University
New York, NY05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hunter College
New York, NY06-2020
Skills
- EPIC Electronic Medical Record Management
- Therapeutic Communication
- Family-Centered Care Approaches
- Behavioral De-escalation Techniques
- Infection Control Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Gastrostomy/ Tube Care
- High Flow Nasal Cannula Care
- Pulmonary Toileting Techniques
- Seizure Management
- Crisis intervention
- Rapid Response Escalation
Certification
PALS Certification
BLS Certification
New York State RN License
Timeline
Pediatric Step-Down Registered Nurse
New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell
11.2023 - Current
Per Diem Companion
New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell
09.2022 - 11.2023
ISC/OSC Service Coordinator
Right Start, Inc
02.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New York University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hunter College