Kristie Perretta
Norwood,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse with expertise in surgical procedures, critical thinking, and effective communication. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through teamwork and mentorship.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Canton Potsdam Hospital
Potsdam, NY
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted in surgical procedures by providing essential instruments and maintaining sterile environment.
- Monitored vital signs during surgeries, responding promptly to changes in patient conditions.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Collected, labeled, and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Health Services Of Northern New York
Potsdam, NY
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Coordinated care plans to improve patient outcomes and streamline service delivery.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine patient needs and develop tailored interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and effective communication.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies based on ongoing evaluations and feedback.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices to promote self-care and adherence.
- Managed caseloads effectively, prioritizing urgent cases while maintaining comprehensive documentation.
- Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Worked with suppliers and vendors on provision of medical equipment, items and services.
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator Cardiology
Canton Potsdam Hospital
Potsdam, NY
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Maintain clinical skills staying current in equipment and trends in nursing
- Efficiently and effectively provide nursing care including assessment, teaching, medication, treatments, activities of daily living for all patients
- Coordinated care plans among multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Assist in the monitoring inventory of supplies, sample medication and equipment
- Reports results and pertinent information to patients and physician
- pacemaker interrogations, ekg's
- assists in the monitoring of PT/INR clinic
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Suny Canton
Canton, NY05-2016
Skills
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Precepting
- Pediatric advanced life support certification (PALS)
- Basic Life support (BLS)
- Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and sterile technique's
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- ability to work in high pressure fast paced environments
- Critical thinking and quick decision making
- Attention to detail and organization
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Canton Potsdam Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Health Services Of Northern New York
10.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator Cardiology
Canton Potsdam Hospital
12.2020 - 10.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Suny Canton