Laura Coccia
New Albany,OH
Summary
Experienced RN with over 20 years of experience in medical-surgical nursing. Proven ability to communicate effectively with surgical teams, manage stress during critical situations, and train new employees. Dedicated to enhancing patient care and outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Medical-Surgical
Ohiohealth Grant Hospital
Columbus, OH
05.2001 - Current
- Communications with Surgeons and other team members.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions in electronic health records.
- Patient positioning and preparation for surgery.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Assisted physicians during examinations providing necessary instruments and equipment while maintaining sterile technique.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current with best practices in nursing care.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
RN
Doctors Office & Urgent Medical Care
Westerville, Ohio
05.2001 - 05.2001
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders in a fast-paced environment.
- Conducted patient assessments to identify health concerns and develop care plans.
- Assessed patient symptoms and prioritized care based on urgency.
- Answered incoming patient calls, gathering history and symptoms to determine scope of medical complaints.
- Rendered telephone advice according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Assessed patients' health condition and determined the level of care needed.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
RN Floor Nurse
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
Columbus
07.1999 - 04.2000
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families about health management and discharge
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, OH 09.1994 - 06.1999
Jackson High School
Massillon, OHSkills
- EPIC charting
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Surgical assistance
- Stocking necessary supplies
- Advocating for patients
- Sterile techniques
- Training new employees
- Clinical collaboration
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Stress management
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Operating room skills
- Patient reaction monitoring
- OR and ER experience
- Lab result interpretation
Certification
- RN, BSN 1999
- CPR certification 2025
- Marketer of Real Estate Services 2020
Accomplishments
- Nursing Excellence Award 2001
- Real Estate license 2020
Affiliations
- Exercising
- Spending time with family
- Reading
- Movies
Timeline
RN, Medical-Surgical
Ohiohealth Grant Hospital
05.2001 - Current
RN
Doctors Office & Urgent Medical Care
05.2001 - 05.2001
RN Floor Nurse
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
07.1999 - 04.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Ohio State University
09.1994 - 06.1999
Jackson High School