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Kristina Pokrzywinski

West Bend,WI

Summary

Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load. Proven ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care. Consistently demonstrated attention to detail in patient assessments and record keeping, resulting in accurate and timely documentation. Effective communicator and strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation and critical thinking abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Critical Care Technician

Froedtert Hospital
01.2021 - Current
  • Completed EKGs and interpret strips for telemetry patients.
  • Enhanced patient care by meticulously monitoring and recording vital signs, performing glucose testing, inserting IVs or foley catheters as needed and assisting with daily living activities.
  • Demonstrated empathy towards patients' emotional well-being while providing compassionate care under challenging circumstances.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Proactively identified potential complications by closely observing patients for signs of clinical deterioration, alerting medical staff as needed.
  • Consistently provided high-quality care under pressure, successfully managing multiple priorities during critical situations and emergency scenarios.

Clinical Nursing Student

Froedtert Hospital
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to optimize patient care during fast-paced clinical rotations.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.

Clinical Nursing Student

Cedar Community
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to strict protocols for dosage and administration.
  • Assessed patients'' needs and developed individualized care plans to enhance recovery.
  • Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking skills in analyzing complex medical situations for appropriate nursing action.

Nursing Student

Cedar Community
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly responding to changing patient conditions and adjusting care strategies accordingly.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through comprehensive treatment planning.
  • Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Moraine Park Technical College
West Bend, WI
12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Communications

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
08.2007

Skills

    • Critical Thinking
    • IV setup
    • Medication Administration
    • Accurate Documentation
    • Patient Assessments
    • EMR / EHR
      • Acute care expertise
      • Medication and IV administration
      • Vital sign assessment
      • Bedside charting
      • Telemetry monitoring
      • Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)

Accomplishments

  • Earned a Bachelor's in Science from UW-Milwaukee in 2007 with a focus in communication
  • 3 time Sunflower award winner at Froedtert Hospital

Certification


  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • Green Belt - Process Optimization
  • Agile/Lean method Certified - Project Management

Timeline

Clinical Nursing Student

Froedtert Hospital
10.2023 - 12.2023

Clinical Nursing Student

Cedar Community
08.2023 - 10.2023

Nursing Student

Cedar Community
10.2022 - 12.2022

Critical Care Technician

Froedtert Hospital
01.2021 - Current

Associate of Science - Nursing

Moraine Park Technical College

Bachelor of Science - Communications

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Kristina Pokrzywinski