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Kelin Spinnato

North,PA

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Meadville Medical Center, specializing in clinical evaluation and pain management. Proven track record in reducing hospital readmissions through effective patient education and customized care plans. Strong communicator and mentor, fostering teamwork and enhancing patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Home Health Care

BAYADA
07.2025 - Current
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough patient education on managing chronic conditions at home.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, achieving proper dosage and adherence to treatment plans.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by developing customized home care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Educated patients on self-care strategies, such as medication management, nutrition, and lifestyle changes, empowering them to take control of their health.

Registered Nurse, Pain Management

Meadville Medical Center
08.2014 - 06.2025
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Meadville Medical Center
06.2012 - 08.2014
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
  • Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
  • Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.

Registered Nurse

Hamot Medical Center
08.2004 - 06.2012
  • 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.
  • 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.

Education

Nursing

Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Oil City
05-2004

Skills

  • Residential safety analysis
  • Cognitive care expertise
  • Catheter management
  • Clinical evaluation

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Home Health Care

BAYADA
07.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse, Pain Management

Meadville Medical Center
08.2014 - 06.2025

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Meadville Medical Center
06.2012 - 08.2014

Registered Nurse

Hamot Medical Center
08.2004 - 06.2012

Nursing

Clarion University of Pennsylvania