Kiersten McNamara
Buffalo
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with BLS certification and expertise in admission and discharge coordination at ECMC. Proven ability to deliver high-quality care while managing patient loads and educating patients and caregivers. Skilled in telemetry and fostering a collaborative environment to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
ECMC: John Rizzo (Unit Manager) (716)223-0140
11.2023 - Current
- Efficiently admitting patients and providing the proper education for treatment plan and importance of compliance to new and ongoing patients.
- Educating patients and/or caregivers of proper discharge plan, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managing patients recovering from medical and surgical procedures.
- Delivering high level of quality care to diverse populations while implementing proper time management based on acuity levels.
- Helping educate orientees and answering questions that may arise throughout the shift while also managing patient loads.
- Management of multiple admissions, transfers, and discharges creating movement of patients throughout the hospital.
- Monitoring cardiac rhythms, interpreting telemetry data, and implementing treatment for cardiac arrhythmias.
- Administering heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
Daycare Teacher
Kiddie Corner Too: Maura Sheenan (716)200-3542
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Engaged with children on an individual basis to build positive relationships and promote a good environment.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and maintain a healthy environment.
Server/Bartender
Pasquales' : Allison Riffell (716)947-9171
12.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Proved successful working a fast-paced environment and managing customers' needs and satisfaction.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Remained calm and composed when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing (RN) -
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY05-2023
Skills
- Discharge coordination
- Diabetes management
- Precepting
- IV management
- Telemetry monitoring
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification: 11/03/23
Timeline
Registered Nurse
ECMC: John Rizzo (Unit Manager) (716)223-0140
11.2023 - Current
Server/Bartender
Pasquales' : Allison Riffell (716)947-9171
12.2022 - 09.2023
Daycare Teacher
Kiddie Corner Too: Maura Sheenan (716)200-3542
09.2022 - 10.2023
Associate Degree in Nursing (RN) -
Trocaire College
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