KIMBERLY WITKOWSKI
Port Jervis,NY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Anthohy's Community Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Registered Nurse
Goshen Medical Group
08.2023 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- 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.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Crystal Run Healthcare-Middletown, NY
05.2019 - 08.2023
- Correctly identify patients using two identifiers
- Triage via phone and relay clinical information to oncologists in regards to treatment and examinations
- Assess patient's physical and emotional conditions, medical history, health habits, and practices
- Responsible for oversight of medical needs of patient during infusion
- Handle excessive paperwork related to patient
- Access implanted ports for flushes, lab draws, hydration, and iron infusions, chemotherapy, biotherapy
- Administering infusion treatments in Gastroenterology, Neurology, and Rheumatology, Oncology
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
Crystal Run Village, Inc. - Middletown, NY
07.2018 - 04.2019
- Responsible for overseeing the compliance to OPWDD regulations and CRVI guidelines assigned to the residence
- Responsible for the oversight of medical issues at residence, including supervision of staff and LPN (as related to medical concerns)
- Provide direct support and serves as a role model, advocate and teacher for the individuals we support
- Promote an environment that encourages and promotes independence and individualization in all aspects of the individuals' we support lives
- Responsible for the well-being of the individuals
- Exhibits sensitivity to and respects the rights of the individuals served, including their emotional and physical needs
- Provide training, supervision, assistance and monitoring in areas related to medical services, appointments, and care
- Responsible for the ongoing Nursing Plans of Care for each individual and ensure staff is trained on the PONs
- Monitor the data collection on MARs (Medication Administration Records) and TARs (Treatment Administration Records)
- Directly supervise the Licensed Practical Nurse and Direct Support Professionals as related to medical concerns
- Monitor and ensure all staff training/certifications are current at all times, including Medication Administration Cards (MAC)
- Visits each Program at least once per week
- Make hospital visits as required
- Ensure the residential setting is always (internal/external) audit ready
- Maintain training as required by agency policies
- Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
Registered Nurse
Crystal Run Healthcare-Middletown, NY
03.2018 - 06.2018
- Assess patients
- Determine needs of each patient and act upon accordingly
- Prioritize care for each patient
- Present patient information to physician
- Assist in care of patient
- Assist in Radio Frequency Ablations
- Assist in Sclerotherapy.
Medical Assistant
Crystal Run Healthcare-Middletown, NY
01.2010 - 03.2018
- Responsible for rooming patients, taking vitals and reporting to RN and MD.
Phlebotomist/ Accessioner /Lab Assistant
Crystal Run Healthcare - Middletown, NY
01.2010 - 12.2017
- Maintain detailed administrative and procedural processes to improve accuracy and efficiency
- Standardized department filing system to increase efficiency
- Handled and processed confidential patient information
- Preceptor- training new hires in the field of Phlebotomy and computer programs.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT02.2020
Orange County Community College
Newburgh, NY01.2009
Tri-State medical
Port Jervis, NY01.1994
Regents Diploma in Foreign Language -
Port Jervis High School
Port Jervis, NY01.1994
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
Certification
- Registered Nurse, 03/2018, present, 746489
- Basic Life Support
- ACLS
- PALS
- ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certified
Phone
845-856-2327, 845-239-9051
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St. Anthohy's Community Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Goshen Medical Group
08.2023 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse
Crystal Run Healthcare-Middletown, NY
05.2019 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
Crystal Run Village, Inc. - Middletown, NY
07.2018 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse
Crystal Run Healthcare-Middletown, NY
03.2018 - 06.2018
Phlebotomist/ Accessioner /Lab Assistant
Crystal Run Healthcare - Middletown, NY
01.2010 - 12.2017
Medical Assistant
Crystal Run Healthcare-Middletown, NY
01.2010 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Orange County Community College
Tri-State medical
Regents Diploma in Foreign Language -
Port Jervis High School
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