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Kristyn Dugan
RN
Baden,PA
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Desired Job Title
Registered NurseRegistered NursePatient Care TechnicianWork Type
Part TimeFull TimeLocation Preference
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Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leave401k match4-day work weekSummary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and a proven track record in nursing staff leadership. Committed to enhancing patient care outcomes through mentorship and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
UPMC Mercy Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2017 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient safety measures and clinical practices.
- Delivered high-quality patient care in fast-paced ICU environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications according to established protocols.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing team performance and patient outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient recovery rates.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify changes in patients' conditions promptly.
- Trained staff on advanced life support techniques and critical care procedures.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, optimizing workflow and resource allocation in ICU setting.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
- Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
- Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Served as an effective liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication of relevant information.
Registered Nurse
UPMC Mercy Hospital
East Pittsburgh, PA
08.2011 - 02.2017
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to ensure optimal patient outcomes and timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, discharge instructions, and preventative care measures.
- Administered comprehensive cardiovascular assessments to evaluate patient health status and treatment effectiveness.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care plans to enhance patient outcomes and streamline healthcare delivery.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications, ensuring adherence to protocols and patient safety standards.
- Educated patients on cardiovascular health management, promoting lifestyle changes for disease prevention.
- Collaborated with cardiologists to develop individualized treatment strategies, optimizing patient recovery processes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment plans.
- Managed hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias and other heart conditions by evaluating and monitoring pacemakers and defibrillators.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when making decisions related to patient care, resulting in timely interventions and improved outcomes for high-risk patients.
- Prevented complications in post-operative patients through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and early intervention as needed.
- Streamlined workflow in the cardiac unit by effectively prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities among team members.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by consistently delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive, and personalized nursing care.
- Consistently maintained regulatory compliance within the cardiovascular unit through meticulous adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Patient Care Technician
St. Clair Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2001 - 08.2008
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for clinical review.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement individualized care plans effectively.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and families regarding health management.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring compliance with hospital standards and regulations.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
05-2011
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Professional bedside manner
- Nursing staff leadership
- Complex Problem-solving
Certification
BLS
ACLS
TNCC
Timeline
Registered Nurse - UPMC Mercy Hospital
02.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse - UPMC Mercy Hospital
08.2011 - 02.2017
Patient Care Technician - St. Clair Hospital
02.2001 - 08.2008
Community College of Allegheny County - Associate of Science, Nursing