Kristine Berwick
Warwick,RI
Summary
Experienced LPN with a strong background in managing patient care and clinic operations. Expertise in triaging surgical patients, educating diverse populations, and leading quality assurance initiatives that elevate standards of care and promote operational excellence.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN (full time)
Veterans Health Administration
Providence, Rhode Island
07.2018 - Current
- Provide direct patient care in surgical specialty and dermatology clinics, including wound care, monitor vital signs, set up sterile field, and assist with minor procedures.
- Works Independently to manage the phototherapy treatment clinic with responsibilities of consult review, scheduling, new patient education, accurately calculating treatment dosing and direct patient care. Follows facility policies and protocols and reports all necessary information to ordering providers.
- Independently triage patients for surgical scheduling and maintain physicians' schedules.
- Implemented new patient education forms for wound care, liquid nitrogen treatment, new patient dermatology education and phototherapy education.
- Performs medication, injection teaching to patients and caregivers.
- Assisted in setup of new clinics to include MOHS surgical clinic by working closely with physicians, laboratory and nurse manager. Ensured all appropriate equipment, supplies were ordered. Created schedule for MOHS provider and triages and schedules appropriate patients.
- Created and manages dermatology department sharepoint to include surgical and staffing calendars along with making continuous necessary changes to policies etc.
- Facilitated onboarding training for new staff, enhancing their knowledge of policies and procedures.
- Performs all weekly cart supply checks to ensure compliance.
Unit Nurse Manager (full time)
Genesis Healthcare
Coventry, Rhode Island
11.2016 - 06.2018
- Coordinated operations and directed nursing/patient care for 40-bed unit, enhancing patient satisfaction and care quality. Supervisor of 22 employees and responsible for delegating tasks, daily work assignments/schedules and new employee orientation. Conducted quarterly and annual human resource personnel reviews, maintained employee databases, and interviewed potential new hires to ensure alignment with employment policies. Attended daily management staff meetings and presented information to ensure continuity of care for all unit residents. Organized and directed monthly staff meetings. Supervised a 210-bed facility during on-call rotations, addressing staffing, patient, family, and building concerns. Performed weekly care plan meetings with family/patients. Managed work space and patient room assignments. Reviewed and accepted new admissions and discharges, including planning services. Led continuous performance and quality improvement initiatives, monitored medication errors and fall prevention, utilizing data spreadsheets and reports to enhance safety. Provided direct nursing care to residents. Full knowledge and participation of Department of Health surveys.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
LPN (part time)
Gentiva Home Health Services
Columbia, Maryland
05.2014 - 09.2016
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Delivered skilled nursing care in home setting, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to care plans. Organization of daily/weekly schedule. Triage phone calls with patients and continuous communication with physicians and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Understood Medicare regulations and electronic medical record charting. Conducted quality assurance monitoring to enhance rehospitalization tracking.
- Provided direct patient care and support in diverse clinical settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans.
LPN (full time)
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Bethesda, Maryland
04.2007 - 04.2014
- Awarded Civilian of the Year for independent work completed within the Coumadin clinic and caring for all enrolled patients.
- Assisted in implementing SOP for Coumadin Clinic and rewrote policy on referrals to the Coumadin Clinic.
- Created and implemented new referral process for new patients to theCoumadin Clinic.
- Monitored PT/INR levels to ensure accurate medication dosing and patient safety.
- Operated independently within clinic environment to support patient care. in the cardiac rehabilitation clinic. Performed and monitored EKGs.
LPN (per diem)
Care Resources, Inc.
Baltimore, Maryland
05.2006 - 04.2007
- Delivered healthcare services to children ages 5 - 17 in a school setting, ensuring their well-being and supporting their educational needs.
LNA to LPN (full time)
Cheshire Medical Center
Keene, NH
03.2002 - 03.2006
- Provided nursing care in medical/surgical and oncology/hematology outpatient units to support patient recovery and well-being. Coordinated direct patient care, nurse telephone triage, phlebotomy, and IV management to ensure quality healthcare delivery.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort while providing nursing services in the Med/Surg unit.
Co-owner/Event Planner ( full time)
Regal Radish Elegant Catering
Swanzey, New Hampshire
08.1996 - 03.2002
- Managed daily operations for high-end catering events and services.
- Coordinated logistics for food preparation and delivery to clients.
- Developed menus tailored to client preferences and event themes.
- Managed employee personnel records and monitored training and reviews using computerized programs to ensure compliance and support staff development.
Education
Graduate -
NH Community Technical College
01-2004
Skills
- Patient care
- Clinical care coordination
- Clinical judgment
- Quality assurance
- Quality assurance
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Problem solving
- Clinical care coordination
Education And Honors
- 2010, Civilian of the Year award - WRNMMC
- 2009, Civilian of the Quarter award - WRNMMC
- 2004, NH Community Technical College - graduate Summa Cum Laude
Activities
- President, Community Home Owners Association - Summerfield at Mission Place, 2010 - 2016, (44 home community - responsible for new member recruitment, HOA budget, contracts, insurance documents, etc).
- Team Captain and Committee Member, Relay for Life - American Cancer Society
- Supporter, Women's Heart - AHA
- Supporter, Kawasaki Disease Foundation
Timeline
LPN (full time)
Veterans Health Administration
07.2018 - Current
Unit Nurse Manager (full time)
Genesis Healthcare
11.2016 - 06.2018
LPN (part time)
Gentiva Home Health Services
05.2014 - 09.2016
LPN (full time)
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
04.2007 - 04.2014
LPN (per diem)
Care Resources, Inc.
05.2006 - 04.2007
LNA to LPN (full time)
Cheshire Medical Center
03.2002 - 03.2006
Co-owner/Event Planner ( full time)
Regal Radish Elegant Catering
08.1996 - 03.2002
Graduate -
NH Community Technical College