Laura Petrino
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven experienced in many areas of care while maintaining professionalism. Always kept patient privacy and respect in the forefront of care. Proficient in patient care at all levels of need. Quality driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
R.N.
Melbourne
Melbourne , FL
04.2012 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Director of Nursing
Melbourne
Melbourne , FL
07.2012 - 04.2017
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses providing support during their transition into the organization.
- Created reports summarizing patient outcomes based on data collected from various sources.
- Analyzed trends in patient care activities such as medication errors or falls within the facility.
- Implemented strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores in the nursing department on an ongoing basis.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
- Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures to ensure quality patient care.
- Facilitated communication between departments within the hospital setting to improve efficiency.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Budgeted, managed, and scheduled nursing staff, fostering environment supportive to patients.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
- Oversaw explanation of personnel policies and job descriptions as part of nursing employee orientation process.
- Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
- Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
- Evaluated staff performance and prepared accurate reports detailing findings.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
R.N.
Viera Hospital
Viera, FL
03.2011 - 04.2012
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO02-2014
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Quality Improvement
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Data Collection
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Infectious disease control
- Patient Management
- Critical Care
- Medical assessment
- Chart updating
- Wound Care
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- Diabetes management
- Staff Supervision
- Patient Discharge
- Medical Records Management
- Strong medical ethic
- Follow-up calls
- Infant CPR certified
- Medication Administration
- Team Coordination
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Care
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Taking vitals
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Licensed RN
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Gastrostomy tube care
- IV setup
- Ventilator care
- Cardiac Care
- Home Health Care
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
Affiliations
- avid DIYer
- love the outdoors and new adventures
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Melbourne
07.2012 - 04.2017
R.N.
Melbourne
04.2012 - Current
R.N.
Viera Hospital
03.2011 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Technical University
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
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