Kristine Kesselman
Indian Land,SC
Overview
1
1
Certification
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
DON- Designee
Harbor MAT
Brick, USA
09.2020 - Current
- Directed nursing team activities, including medication services, admissions, and lab services.
- Developed nursing team schedule, addressing coverage gaps.
- Ensure treatment plan of physician is being followed
- Administer/dispense medication under direction of physician
- Ensure Diversion Control Plan is in place and enforced at all times
- Collaborated with management team on DEA, State, and CARF inspections and coordinated preparation for inspections
- Giving and interpreting Mantoux testing
- Trained staff in medical, health, and safety matters and ensured proper maintenance of medical equipment
- Assist in development and revision of policies and procedures for medication compliance
- Oversight of inventory, ordering, receiving and accountability
- Purchasing and ordering of medical supplies
- Educated clients on treatment options, health management, methadone maintenance, detoxification, side effects, and lab results
- Harbor MAT, Brick Ocean Monmouth Care - Township of Brick, NJ
Case Management
Harbor MAT
Brick, New Jersey
09.2020 - 08.2026
- Provided crisis intervention support to clients facing immediate challenges or emergencies.
- Educated clients on available resources and services to enhance their well-being.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted care plans as necessary.
- Advocated for clients' rights and access to necessary resources and services.
- Maintained accurate case documentation in compliance with regulatory standards and policies.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
- Documented case notes accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Adhered to ethical principles and standards to protect clients' confidential information.
Clinical Consultant (Charge Nurse/Shift Supervisor)
Harbor MAT
Brick, USA
04.2020 - Current
- Managed nursing team operations, including medication services, admissions, and lab services.
- Developed nursing team schedules, ensuring adequate coverage and continuity of care.
- Managed inventory processes, ensuring timely ordering and accountability of medical supplies.
- Ensure Diversion Control Plan is in place and enforced at all times
- Work with management team on DEA, State, and CARF inspections and preparation for inspections
- Dispensed medication following physician instructions.
- Ensure treatment plan of physician is being followed
- Giving and interpreting Mantoux testing
- Trained staff on medical, health, and safety protocols and maintained medical equipment properly.
- Contributed to the development and revision of policies and procedures for medication compliance.
- Managed procurement and ordering of medical supplies to ensure availability.
- Educated clients on methadone maintenance, detoxification, side effects, and interpreting lab results.
- Harbor MAT, Brick Ocean Monmouth Care | Township of Brick, NJ
Methadone Dispensing Nurse - Lead Nurse
Ocean Monmouth Care
Brick, USA
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Administer/Dispense Methadone in accordance with State and Federal regulations
- Assessed client responses to treatment and medication interactions to determine appropriate dosing
- Ensure treatment plan of physician is being followed
- Ensured accurate recording of administration/dispensing transactions to comply with regulations
- Maintained comprehensive medical records, including individual charts, daily medication records, and doctor's orders
Methadone Dispensing Nurse
Ocean Medical Services
Toms River, USA
09.2016 - 06.2018
School Nurse
Ardsley School District
Ardsley, USA
09.2008 - 06.2014
- Managed daily health issues for students and staff, ensuring a safe and supportive school environment
- Administered medications to students, promoting adherence to treatment protocols and supporting overall health
- Conducted vision and hearing screenings to identify potential health concerns and facilitate timely interventions
- Assessing status of students immunizations and documentations and creating health plans for individuals with specific needs
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
South Buffalo Mercy Hospital
Buffalo, USA
04.2010 - 06.2010
- Prepared and administered radiopharmaceuticals for accurate diagnostic imaging
- Performed diagnostic imaging procedures to support patient diagnosis and treatment
- Supplied physician with comprehensive images and analysis to facilitate informed diagnostic decisions
- Computer processing and image enhancement of procedures
- Analyze biologic specimens
CRA
Clinical Technologies Associates
Elmsford, USA
06.1990 - 05.1993
- Collected and organized data from drug studies and trials in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals
- Coordinated and processed results from long-term testing of drugs, products, and medical procedures
- Tracked progress to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
- Writing reports
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
United Hospital Medical Center
Port Chester, USA
05.1988 - 05.1989
Dispensing Nurse/DON Designee
Harbor MAT
Brick, USA
05.1983 - 05.1988
- Oversight of nursing team, in DON absence including medication services, admissions and lab services
- Administer/dispense medication under direction of physician
- Ensure treatment plan of physician is being followed
- Educated clients on methadone maintenance, detoxification, side effects, and interpretation of lab results
- Giving and interpreting Mantoux testing
- Scheduled nursing team shifts in DON absence, ensuring complete coverage
- Oversaw inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and accountability in DON absence
- Ensure Diversion Control Plan is in place and enforced at all times
- Work with management team on DEA, State, and CARF inspections and preparation for inspections
- Assisted in training staff on medical, health, and safety protocols, ensuring proper maintenance of medical equipment
- Assist in development and revision of policies and procedures for medication compliance
- Assist in the Purchasing and ordering of medical supplies
- Harbor MAT | Township of Brick, NJ
Education
Certification - IV
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ11-2019
Nursing (ADN) -
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY05-2005
Radiological Health Administration (BS) -
Manhattan College
Riverdale, NY05-1990
Nuclear Medicine Technology (AAS) -
Manhattan College
Riverdale, NY05-1983
Skills
- Nursing
- Clinical documentation
- Inventory management
- Client education
- Medication administration
- Crisis intervention
- Health standards adherence
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
- RN License
- CPR Certification
- IV Certification
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- BLS Certification
- RN, 06/01/23, NJ
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Relocation Date
09/01/26
Timeline
Case Management
Harbor MAT
09.2020 - 08.2026
DON- Designee
Harbor MAT
09.2020 - Current
Clinical Consultant (Charge Nurse/Shift Supervisor)
Harbor MAT
04.2020 - Current
Methadone Dispensing Nurse - Lead Nurse
Ocean Monmouth Care
06.2018 - 08.2020
Methadone Dispensing Nurse
Ocean Medical Services
09.2016 - 06.2018
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
South Buffalo Mercy Hospital
04.2010 - 06.2010
School Nurse
Ardsley School District
09.2008 - 06.2014
CRA
Clinical Technologies Associates
06.1990 - 05.1993
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
United Hospital Medical Center
05.1988 - 05.1989
Dispensing Nurse/DON Designee
Harbor MAT
05.1983 - 05.1988
Certification - IV
Rutgers University
Nursing (ADN) -
Westchester Community College
Radiological Health Administration (BS) -
Manhattan College
Nuclear Medicine Technology (AAS) -
Manhattan College