Kristin Perez
Liverpool,NY
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive GI experience at Endoscopic Procedure Center, excelling in patient care and education. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and administer medications, ensuring safety and comfort during procedures. Recognized for mentoring new staff, fostering a collaborative environment, and enhancing patient recovery through effective post-procedure care strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Endoscopic Procedure Center
08.2015 - Current
- Administered patient assessments and monitored vital signs to ensure optimal care during endoscopic procedures.
- Assisted in the preparation of patients for procedures, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care and recovery strategies, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Assisted in endoscopic procedures, providing support to physicians and ensuring patient comfort.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
LPN Charge Nurse
Loretto Health & Rehabilitation
03.2012 - 08.2014
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards and protocols.
- Monitor vital signs and report significant changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Advocate for patient needs within the healthcare system to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Conducted assessments and developed individualized care strategies based on patient needs.
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient compliance and safety.
LPN
St Josephs Hospital
09.2012 - 07.2014
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Crouse Hospital School of Nursing
Syracuse, NY06-2014
LPN - Nursing
BOCES
06-2011
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Endoscopic procedures
- Safety protocols
- Patient education
- Post-procedure care
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Patient discharge
- Patient care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Endoscopic Procedure Center
08.2015 - Current
LPN
St Josephs Hospital
09.2012 - 07.2014
LPN Charge Nurse
Loretto Health & Rehabilitation
03.2012 - 08.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Crouse Hospital School of Nursing
LPN - Nursing
BOCES