Kelly Wienczkowski
Waterford,PA
Summary
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.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Advanced Pain Medicine
08.2022 - Current
- Procedure nurse responsible for pre-op, intra-op and post-operative care of up to 20 patients per day undergoing spinal procedures including facet joint and epidural injections, radiofrequency ablations, and spinal cord stimulator trial insertions. Proficient in obtaining intravenous lines, administering and monitoring conscious sedation, and assisting physicians with sterile technique throughout procedures.
- Administers medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
RN
Barber National Institute
09.2015 - 08.2022
- Occupational program nurse for over 70 adults with intellectual disabilities. Responsible for all emergency situations within the work setting and provide first-aid as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
RN
UPMC Hamot Medical Center
01.1992 - 10.2010
- Provided nursing care within an accredited Trauma Center to all ages of patients. Adept skills at maintaining composure in stressful situations with ability to perform job duties in high-stress environments
- Conducted thorough physical assessments on each patient upon arrival, identifying urgent needs or potential complications requiring immediate attention.
- Managed critical patient situations by utilizing advanced cardiac life support and trauma nursing skills.
- Reduced wait times for patients through efficient triage and prioritization of medical needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Education
Diploma - Registered Nurse
Saint Vincent School of Nursing
Erie, Pa1992
Skills
- Proficient at starting IV's
- Proficient with cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Professional bedside manner
- High level of autonomy
- EMR / EHR
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
RN
Advanced Pain Medicine
08.2022 - Current
RN
Barber National Institute
09.2015 - 08.2022
RN
UPMC Hamot Medical Center
01.1992 - 10.2010
Diploma - Registered Nurse
Saint Vincent School of Nursing
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
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