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Kimberlie Damstetter

Cheektowaga,New York

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Immediate Treatment Assistant (ITA) 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

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Immediate Treatment Assistant

Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo
565 Abbott Road Buffalo NY 14220
04.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Community Health Worker

Kaleida Health
100 High Street Buffalo NY 14203
06.2020 - 06.2022
  • Improved community health by conducting assessments, identifying needs, and developing intervention plans.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing education on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Promoted access to healthcare services for underprivileged populations through community outreach efforts.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care plans for patients.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing

Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY
05.2024

Skills

  • Data Collection
  • Precepting
  • Medical Assessment
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Chart Updating
  • Patient Management
  • Healthcare Billing
  • Supply Restocking
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Collecting Vitals
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Personal Care Needs
  • Emotional Awareness
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Patient Education and Counseling
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Relationship Building
  • Team Coordination
  • Evaluations
  • Patient Relations

Timeline

Immediate Treatment Assistant

Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo
04.2021 - Current

Community Health Worker

Kaleida Health
06.2020 - 06.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing

Trocaire College

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