Kristi Scattarelli
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Allina Health Phillips Eye Institute, showcasing strong clinical judgment and a high level of autonomy. Excelled in patient assessments, complex problem-solving, and IV management. Proven leader in providing exceptional patient care, mentoring new RNs, and enhancing patient recovery processes. Holds BLS/ACLS certifications, demonstrating both hard and soft skills in critical care environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Unit, Pre-Post
Allina Health Phillips Eye Institute
Minneapolis, MN
09.2013 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with eye diseases.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with sedation for pre-op blocks.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive
- procedures.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral and IV medications, and monitored patient reactions.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or diagnostic procedures.
- Provided nursing care to patients in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit setting.
- Administered medications, monitored vital signs, and assessed pain levels of patients recovering from anesthesia.
- Educated patients and family members about postoperative recovery needs and expectations.
- Demonstrated ability to assess a patient's condition accurately while responding rapidly to changing conditions.
- Consistently provided high quality of care that meets established standards.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with physicians, staff members, and family members regarding patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support to both patients and their families during preoperative preparation and postoperative recovery process.
- Worked as the charge nurse to provide leadership oversee the operations of the nursing unit.
Lead Clinical Assistant RN, Field Nurse
Provident Health Insurance
St. Anthony, MN
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Lead RN on-site, responsible for working directly with the care manager.
- Provide 24-hour, independent nursing support for complex, ventilator-dependent clients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Hennepin Community College
Minneapolis, MN05-2012
Skills
- High level of autonomy
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Complex Problem-solving
- Precepting
- IV starts and management
- BLS/ACLS Certifications
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Unit, Pre-Post
Allina Health Phillips Eye Institute
09.2013 - Current
Lead Clinical Assistant RN, Field Nurse
Provident Health Insurance
08.2012 - 08.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Hennepin Community College
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