KRISTA RUFF
Loveland,OH
Summary
High-energy healthcare professional quick to evaluate and act on information. Well-trained in pediatrics and experienced in range of potential conditions, treatment protocols and long-term care management. Knowledgeable about latest approaches and works well with team members.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lung Transplant Coordinator
Cincinnati Children's Hospital And Medical Center
Cincinnati
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular audits of clinical practices within the transplant program to ensure adherence to best practices guidelines
- Optimized patient outcomes through meticulous pre-transplant evaluations and assessments
- Managed complex transplant cases, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all required documentation
- Provided ongoing education for clinical staff on transplantation topics, promoting a knowledgeable workforce
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, fostering collaboration in patient care management
- Served as an advocate for patients throughout their transplant journey, addressing concerns and providing support as needed.
REGISTERED NURSE II
Cincinnati Children's Hospital And Medical Center, Transitional Care Center
Cincinnati
06.2017 - 10.2023
- Worked closely with acutely ill patients in respiratory distress that required tracheostomies
- Monitored consistent use of aseptic techniques to protect against infection
- Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications as part of patient treatments
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with various acute and chronic concerns
- Managed direct care of patients, including conducting assessments and documenting care activities
- Trained and mentored student nurses, interns, and new graduates in proper procedures and care techniques
- Stabilized patients experiencing emergency complications and decompensations
- Dressed, cleaned, and redressed wound and incision areas
- Conducted accurate chart updates in computer system
- Administered oxygen and monitored respiratory performance and stability.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Nursing -
Northern Kentucky University
05.2017
Skills
- Workflow and Patient management
- Ventilator support management
- Charting Medication Administration
- Update Electronic Charts on EPIC
- Tracheostomy Care
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient and Family Education
- Patient Admission and discharge
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Charge Nurse experience
Timeline
Lung Transplant Coordinator
Cincinnati Children's Hospital And Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE II
Cincinnati Children's Hospital And Medical Center, Transitional Care Center
06.2017 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science, Nursing -
Northern Kentucky University
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