Krista Bouchard
Hampden,MA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about medical insurance, charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Nurse / Anemia Clinic Infusion Nurse
Renal And Transplant Associates Of New England
06.2021 - Current
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations, including assisting patients with appeals and financial assistance.
- Provided nursing care for office patients including post kidney transplants patients, closely monitoring lab values to assure proper immunosuppressant levels.
- Played key role in scheduling appointments for patients in office and referrals to specialties.
- Worked closely with staff at Baystate Medical Center to facilitate IV infusions, emergency room needs and direct admissions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in venepuncture and IV therapy, skillfully administering IV medications and epogen injections.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care in compliance with HIPAA regulations and office policies..
- Delivered flu vaccines and provided education to office staff.
- Demonstrated proficiency in phone triage, handling all manner of issues with expertise and compassion.
- Ordered all medications and medical supplies for office, keeping accurate records
Acute Dialysis RN
Baystate Medical Center
12.2012 - 06.2021
- Charge and staff nurse of busy 8 bed acute dialysis unit and bedside critical care dialysis
- Orient and educate new staff members on proper policies and procedures
- Work closely with surgical centers and interventional radiology to coordinate dialysis treatments
- Provided education to patients regarding dialysis therapy, including dietary needs and pain control
- Assisted physicians with placing temporary dialysis catheters in Wesson 3 dialysis unit and ICU's.
- Performed intra-operative dialysis during coronary bypass surgery
- On call for emergencies
- Maintain a calm and positive attitude in stressful situations
- Successfully admitted and discharged day stay dialysis patients
Intermediate Care Flex RN
Baystate Medical Center
06.2009 - 12.2012
- 3 patient assignment on all intermediate care units, including emergency room and PACU
- Worked with all specialty physicians to provide safe and effective patient care
- Able to successfully work well with staff on every unit and show independence in new environments
- Performed patient care and education as needed, tailored to specific patient needs
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to optimize patient outcomes
- Maintained safety protocols and HIPPA per BMC standards
Cardiac Critical Care RN
Baystate Medical Center
01.2005 - 06.2009
- 2 patient assignment in busy cardiac care icu
- Assisted doctors in chest tube, pacemaker, arterial and PA catheter insertions
- Treated patients with all manner of life threatening cardiac issues with compassion and knowledge
- Managed vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and post coronary artery bypass graft care
- Implemented treatment plans, monitored vitals and administered medications for patients in cardiac care icu
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs, liaison between family to assist in end of life decisions
- Rapid response team member while working in critical care unit
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA06.2005
Skills
- BLS certified
- Knowledgeable in sterile technique and bedside procedure
- Office Support
- Telephone Triage
- Proper Waste Disposal
- Medical Supply Management
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Appointment Scheduling
- Insurance Processing
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Timeline
Office Nurse / Anemia Clinic Infusion Nurse
Renal And Transplant Associates Of New England
06.2021 - Current
Acute Dialysis RN
Baystate Medical Center
12.2012 - 06.2021
Intermediate Care Flex RN
Baystate Medical Center
06.2009 - 12.2012
Cardiac Critical Care RN
Baystate Medical Center
01.2005 - 06.2009
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Holyoke Community College
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