Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
References
Timeline
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Kriscia   Laing

Kriscia Laing

The Bronx,NY

Summary

Passionate and dedicated new graduate nurse with strong clinical skills and hands-on experience from comprehensive clinical rotations. Skilled in inpatient care, effective communication, and teamwork.

I thrive in fast-paced environments and am motivated by helping patients achieve their health goals. Dedicated to providing empathetic, patient-centered care and eager to join a dynamic healthcare team.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Rehabilitation Technician

The Hospital For Special Surgery
New York, NY
01.2012 - Current
  • Provide proper ambulation support to patients in need of mobility assistance.
  • Treat injuries non-invasively via cold and exercise, authorized by a physical or occupational therapist.
  • Assist physical therapists and occupational therapists with patient treatments and exercises.
  • Perform cleaning duties for the treatment area, including disinfecting equipment after each use.

Rehabilitation Technician Coordinator

The Hospital For Special Surgery
New York, NY
01.2021 - 02.2023
  • Provided direct patient care services while utilizing appropriate procedures, equipment, and techniques.
  • Built patient relationships by responding to inquiries, identifying and assessing clients' needs, resolving problems, and following up with potential and existing clients.
  • Managed a team of 15 employees, overseeing training and professional growth of employees.
  • Modified, updated, and maintained the scheduling template for the unit or department.
  • Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
  • Maintained and stocked equipment used in physical therapy and occupational therapy treatment areas.
  • Assisted physical therapists with patient treatments and exercises.

Senior Rehabilitation Technician

The Hospital For Special Surgery
New York, NY
03.2017 - 01.2021
  • Provided direct patient care services while utilizing appropriate procedures, equipment, and techniques.
  • Educated patients on safety concerns, and helped achieve optimal results by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
  • Delivered hands-on assistance to physical or occupational therapists in conducting inpatient treatments.
  • Assisted patients in gait training, stair training, and functional mobility.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Summa Cum Laude- Cumulative GPA: 3.85

Mercy University
The Bronx, NY
08-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Lehman College
Bronx, NY
05-2018

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY
06-2013

Skills

  • Epic
  • Microsoft Office
  • Patient care scheduling
  • Patient assessment and care
  • Rehabilitation assistance
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Direct patient care
  • HIPAA protocol adherence
  • Clinical judgment
  • Care plan implementation

Affiliations

Fundamentals of Nursing- Providence Rest Nursing Home-52 hours

Maternal-Child Nursing- NYC Health + Hospitals Jacobi- 52 hours

Pediatric Nursing- Westchester Medical Center- 45 hours

Community Health Nursing- NYC Health + Hospitals Jacobi- 105 hours

Mental Health Nursing- NYC Health + Hospitals North Central- 75 hours

Medical Surgical Nursing I- NYC Health + Hospitals Jacobi- 105 hours

Medical Surgical Nursing II- Montefiore Wakefield Hospital- 105 hours

Certification

  • Registered Nurse (RN) – New York State, License # (Active)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Rehabilitation Technician Coordinator

The Hospital For Special Surgery
01.2021 - 02.2023

Senior Rehabilitation Technician

The Hospital For Special Surgery
03.2017 - 01.2021

Rehabilitation Technician

The Hospital For Special Surgery
01.2012 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Summa Cum Laude- Cumulative GPA: 3.85

Mercy University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Lehman College

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Borough of Manhattan Community College
Kriscia Laing