Laura Pavlech RN

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Collaborated with physicians, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to expedite appropriate hospice referrals and admissions.
• Developed tailored interventions for each patient''s unique end-of-life journey through thorough evaluation of their goals of care preferences during the admissions consultation phase.
• Contributed to the continuous improvement of hospice admission processes through consistent feedback and collaboration with management.
• Streamlined communication with interdisciplinary team members for seamless care coordination during hospice admissions.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by keeping informed of relevant hospice admission policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Provided compassionate support to families in crisis situations, guiding them through complex decision-making regarding their loved ones'' end-of-life care options.
• Enhanced the hospice''s reputation for quality care by adhering to strict ethical standards and maintaining patient confidentiality during admissions processes.
• Optimized resource allocation by working closely with case managers to determine appropriate levels of care based on patients'' needs and clinical factors.
• Maintained accurate documentation of admission assessments, individualized care plans, and ongoing updates in electronic health records.
• Demonstrated exceptional clinical judgement when evaluating appropriateness for hospice services based on Medicare guidelines and individual patient needs.
• Provided comprehensive symptom management recommendations upon assessing newly admitted patients'' physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs.
• Expedited medication delivery for incoming patients by coordinating with pharmacy partners on prescription orders upon admission assessment completion.
• Ensured timely initiation of hospice services by effectively managing caseloads and promptly addressing urgent admissions requests.
• Enhanced patient experience by providing compassionate support and education to patients and families throughout the admission process.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between hospital discharge and hospice admission by establishing strong relationships with local hospitals and healthcare providers.
• Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
• Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
• Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
• Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
• Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Promoted a positive work environment by actively participating in staff meetings, trainings, and continuing education opportunities.
• Increased awareness of hospice benefits among patients, families, and healthcare professionals through educational presentations and community outreach efforts.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

• Reduced emergency room visits by effectively assessing symptoms and recommending appropriate care options.
• Provided health education resources to patients, empowering them to make informed decisions about their healthcare and treatment options.
• Maintained comprehensive documentation of patient interactions, ensuring accuracy and seamless communication among healthcare team members.
• Maintained a strong understanding of local healthcare resources, enabling the provision of accurate and relevant referrals for patients in need.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing timely and accurate medical advice over the phone.
• Participated in quality improvement projects aimed at optimizing the delivery of telehealth services within the organization.
• Improved patient outcomes by identifying critical situations and coordinating prompt responses from necessary medical personnel.
• Handled high call volumes while maintaining attention to detail, empathy, and professionalism during each interaction.
• Managed sensitive information with discretion, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and safeguarding patient privacy at all times.
• Continuously updated clinical knowledge through ongoing professional development opportunities, ensuring up-to-date medical advice for patients.
• Streamlined triage process for more efficient patient support and reduced wait times.
• Promoted preventive care measures, reducing hospitalizations and promoting overall population health goals.
• Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
• Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
• Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
• Advised patients on pre- and post-operative instructions, medication administration and symptoms indicating emergency care.
• Assisted in management of patient utilization of health care system and provided patient education relative to health care needs, use of community resources and responsibilities of membership in managed care.
• Suggested appropriate disposition to acting physicians based on assessment.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to patient and community actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

• Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
• Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
• Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
• Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
• Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
• Utilized Epic and facility specific software to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
• Participating in patient rounds with the Attending physician, collaborating with health the care team, including Resident physicians in the medical university environment, to revise and develop treatment plans for 1 -2 critically ill patients simultaneously.
• Assisted physicians with procedures such as thoracentesis, intubation and insertion of central lines and invasive monitoring devices.
• Assisted in complex emergency nursing procedures to promptly control changes in physical condition utilizing evidence-based nursing practice.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult periods of illness or loss.
• Streamlined communication among team members by utilizing electronic health records and documenting all relevant information accurately.
• Performed advanced life support measures during emergency situations, contributing to successful resuscitations when required.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the MICU.
• Delivered high-quality care to critically ill patients, maintaining proper ventilator settings and managing medication administration.
• Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, monitoring vital signs regularly, cardiac/EKG, and invasive device monitoring using waveforms and calculations to promptly identify and communicate changes and trends.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between levels of care by collaborating with case managers and other healthcare professionals when preparing patients for transfer or discharge from the MICU.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in critical care nursing.
• Recognized potential complications early by closely monitoring laboratory results and vital sign trends, initiating appropriate interventions promptly when necessary.
• Managed multiple priorities effectively within a high-stress environment, maintaining timely completion of tasks without compromising quality of care.
• Assisted physicians during complex medical procedures, ensuring accurate execution of orders and seamless patient care delivery.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive care plans, promoting optimal patient recovery.
• Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
• Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
• Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
• Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
• Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records, charts, and patient histories to define care requirements.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and presentation.
• Administered and maintained continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT).
• Delivered outstanding patient care in medical critical care units in the medical university setting. .

Managed all aspects of patient care, in all stages of life, in the acute care setting.

Worked as a charge nurse, providing oversight and staff support in a remote, free-standing ED.

• Began working in ED as a PCA while in Nursing school.
• Accepted offer to transition to working as a full time staff nurse upon graduation from Nursing school, with subsequent licensing as a registered nurse.
• Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, thoracic, and other various traumatic injuries.
• Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department in the charge nurse role, prioritizing care assignments, coordinating bed assignments, and discharges according to patient needs and capacity constraints.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
• Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
• Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Contributed to the creation of a positive work culture within the Emergency Department by actively participating in team-building activities, offering constructive feedback, celebrating successes, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among colleagues.
• Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Managed all aspects of patient care, in all stages of life, in the acute care setting.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.