Kevin Costigliola
Providence ,Rhode Island
Summary
Expierenced nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Proficient in quality, cost and care standards focused on maximizing resources and patient satisfaction. Registered Nurse in state of Massachusetts, North Carolina, California and New York.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurser
Our Lady Of Fatima Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Bay State Medical Center
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Clinical Nurse care emergency department setting treating patients with severe persistent mental illness
- Served as a liaison between the nursing team and hospital administration, advocating for necessary resources to improve unit function and patient care quality.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced staff performance through ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
- Optimized unit workflow by regularly assessing staffing needs and adjusting schedules accordingly.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff by enforcing policies and addressing concerns promptly.
- Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure smooth transitions between departments or facilities.
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Cambridge Health Alliance
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Enhanced staff performance through ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, treatment plans, and progress notes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure smooth transitions between departments or facilities.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
UNC Nash Health Care
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Reduced emergency room wait times by efficiently triaging patients and prioritizing care based on severity of conditions.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing appropriate nursing interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information using electronic medical records systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Served as a preceptor for new Registered Nurses entering the Emergency Department, providing guidance and support during orientation process.
Psychiatric Clinical Nurse
Novant Health Carew
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Promoted a safe and therapeutic environment by implementing crisis intervention techniques as needed.
- Served as a mentor within the department, fostering professional development opportunities among colleagues.
- Advocated for the rights of individuals living with mental illness while working closely with legal professionals and social service agencies when appropriate.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall effectiveness of psychiatric care services provided within the institution.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to identify at risk members and provide intensive care management services through a holistic integrative approach
- Worked closely with hospital and community stakeholders to support patient transitions back to the community setting while reduce risks associated with rapid readmissions
- Maintains a relationship with key clinical inpatient care team members
- Worked closely with utilization review nurses, emergency Department staff and community medical and mental health providers to ensure continuity or care for discharging patients
- Completed clinical assessments to identify barriers to treatment and ensures a comprehensive plan to improve member outcomes
- Worked as part of an interdisciplinary care team to facilitate positive relationships with hospitals, primary care physicians, behavioral health providers and other community supports to improve member investment and compliance with treatment needs
- Identifies reasons for re-admits/system failures as well as barriers to receiving services (e.g., transportation, need for further clinical assessment, identification of available resources)
- Facilitated access to services to reduce hospital and emergency room visits
- Provided assistance with obtaining and understanding need for adherence to medications.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Developed professional relationships with community partners to enhance available support services for patients transitioning from acute care settings.
Psychiatric Nurse Manager
Cardinal Innovations Healthcare
06.2017 - 08.2020
- Improved patient well-being by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and best interests during treatment team meetings, collaborating effectively with medical professionals from diverse disciplines.
- Served as a resource person for colleagues seeking guidance on complex psychiatric cases or clinical challenges encountered within the unit.
- Assisted in training and mentoring new nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and sharing insights gained from years of experience in psychiatric care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Investigated and resolved issues organizational hospital operations and patient care.
Registered Nurse
RJ Blackley Alcohol And Drug Treatment Center
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Worked as a RN Psych ED
- Treated 7+ SPMI patients daily at Central Regional Hospital and 25+ acute detox patients daily at R.J Blackley
- Employed dyadic interpersonal communication to obtain detailed medical, psychiatric, and substance abuse histories
- Performed daily individualized assessments and utilized clinical data to advocate for each client's medical, psychological, and psychosocial needs
- Evaluated effectiveness of physician and psychiatric ordered interventions via evidence based practice to improve patient outcomes; maintained average patient length of stay at 10.84 days
- Provided education and support in conjunction with client, family, and community health care recourses.
Registered Nurse Weekend Assistant Manager
Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital
08.2012 - 12.2015
- Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates with proactive discharge planning and thorough patient education.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decisionmaking.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
San Diego County Emergency Psychiatric Hospital
02.2012 - 10.2013
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Alpine Special Treatment Center
01.2011 - 06.2012
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback and guidance for improvement when necessary.
- Coordinated with physicians on complex cases, ensuring seamless communication among healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient ca
Education
Master Science of Nursing -
Eastern Kentucky University
02.2025
Bachelor Science of Nursing -
Excelsior College
02.2017
Associate Degree of Nursing -
Nassau community college
05.2011
Skills
- Precepting
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- At-Risk Patient Care
- EMR / EHR
- HIPAA Education
- Staff Supervision
- EMR Systems
- Patient Care
- Department Management
- Compliance Oversight
- Crisis Intervention
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Education and Advocacy
- Conflict Management
- Quality Improvement
- Policy Development
- Empathy and compassion
Accomplishments
- Charge Nurse - UNC Nash ED, Sharp Mesa Vista, RJ Blackley
- Assistant Director of Nursing - Alpine Special Treatment Center
- Weekend Nurse Manager - Sharp Mesa Vista
- Knowledgeable about Massachusetts DMH policy & Procedures
- Advanced knowledge of federal and state regulations pertaining to involuntary commitments
- Active in community outreach initiatives addressing the opioid epidemic. Lead presenter to groups of first responders about the crises. Provided training and demonstration of the use of naloxone and how to identify individuals overdosing from opioids.
- represented healthcare workers during the Covid-19 epidemic. I was invited by the ANA (American Nurses Association) to speak before the Federal Office of Business Management in a closed-door discussion about the continuation of the emergency temporary standard. Advocated for higher standards of protection for healthcare workers during crises.
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employment gap
01/2021, 04/2021, Personal Time Off, Personal time off and started successful small business
Certification
- RN, State of New York, Active
- RN, State of Massachusetts, Active
- RN, State of North Carolina, Active
- RN, State of California, Active
- ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse
- CPI Certified
- BLS
Professional Accomplishments
- Active in community oureach initiatives adressing the opiod epidemic. Lead presenter to groups of first responders about about the crises . Provideed training and demonstration of the use of nalaxone and how to identify individuals overdosing from opiods.
- representated healthcare workers during the Covid-19 epedemic. I was invited by the ANA (American Nurses Association) to speak before the Federal Ofdfice of Business Managementr in a closed door discussion about the continuation of the emergency temporary stanhdard. Adcvocated for higher standards of protection for healthcare workers durign the crises.
Timeline
Registered Nurser
Our Lady Of Fatima Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Bay State Medical Center
05.2023 - 07.2023
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Cambridge Health Alliance
01.2023 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
UNC Nash Health Care
10.2022 - 12.2022
Psychiatric Clinical Nurse
Novant Health Carew
06.2022 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
05.2021 - 06.2022
Psychiatric Nurse Manager
Cardinal Innovations Healthcare
06.2017 - 08.2020
Registered Nurse
RJ Blackley Alcohol And Drug Treatment Center
01.2016 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse Weekend Assistant Manager
Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital
08.2012 - 12.2015
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
San Diego County Emergency Psychiatric Hospital
02.2012 - 10.2013
Assistant Director of Nursing
Alpine Special Treatment Center
01.2011 - 06.2012
Master Science of Nursing -
Eastern Kentucky University
Bachelor Science of Nursing -
Excelsior College
Associate Degree of Nursing -
Nassau community college
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