Krystal Quintin
Registered Nurse
Buffalo,Erie County
Summary
Qualified New York State Board-Certified Registered Nurse experienced in delivering high-quality care to patients in medical/long term care settings. Dependable leader when working to unite and guide nursing teams toward achieving care goals, improving patient satisfaction and adapting to continuous health system changes. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Considered hardworking and driven. Ready for new opportunity to apply exceptional nursing skills in a Medical/Surgical setting.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Registered Nurse
Erie County Medical Center
Buffalo, Erie County
02.2018 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Registered Nurse
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center
Niagara Falls, NY
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Erie County Medical Center
Buffalo, NY
02.2017 - Current
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Erie County Medical Center
Buffalo, NY
02.2016 - Current
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY 09.2018 - 12.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Erie 1 Boces
Buffalo, New York 09.2016 - 11.2017
Skills
Intravenous therapy
Insulin medication assistance
Patient discharge
EMR / EHR
Chronic disease management
Administering immunizations
Foley catheters
Lab result interpretation
Infection control measures
Patient Assessments
Tracheostomy Care
Care Plan Development
Medication Administration
Hospice and palliative care
Certification
Basic Life Support BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center
12.2021 - 10.2022
Basic Life Support BLS
07-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
09.2018 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse
Erie County Medical Center
02.2018 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Erie County Medical Center
02.2017 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Erie 1 Boces
09.2016 - 11.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Erie County Medical Center
02.2016 - Current