Laurie Massetti
Registered Nurse
Middlebury,CT
Summary
I am a seasoned , compassionate and well rounded professional who possesses excellent assessment , management and critical thinking skills . This team player is also a leader who meets deadlines and communicates proficiently . Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
24
24
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Nurse Case Manager
- I managed and provided home care for each client, specific to their medical, post surgical and psychological needs
- I collaborated and worked closely with multiple community resources and professionals in order to provide the best quality care possible for each client as pertained to their individualized plan of care.
Nursing Supervisor
- Of this 120 Bed skilled nursing and rehabilitative facility
- I held weekly
- Multidisciplinary meetings with all entities to ensure proper care was received by each patient in accordance with state guidelines
- Held monthly staff meetings, led weekly multidisciplinary meetings with review of each patient in the facility
- Provided post operative, medical and treatments to patients as necessary to ensure all clients were cared for optimally
- This nurse was responsible for the scheduling, annual performance reviews and also disciplinary actions as needed.
Registered Nurse (RN) Facility Educator
River Glen Health Care Center
Southbury, CT
12.2021 - Current
- Work in collaboration with all facility department directors in the orientation and education of staff to ensure all mandatory and regulatory education requirements are met within the facility
- Conducts competencies in areas of nursing practice with attention to management of the medically complex patient
- Regularly conducts education needs assessment to assist in identifying areas for improvement
- Assume the authority, responsibility and accountability of directing the in-service educational programs as required or directed for compliance with Federal, OSHA, State and JACHO Regulations and corporate policy
- Schedules and communicates in-service training programs according to the needs of facility
- Conducts regular scheduled meetings and education to all staff within the facility
- Assess the learning needs of the staff through direct observation, formal learning assessment and indirectly through review of quality improvement and or program evaluation
- Work with the Corporate Education & Development department as necessary and implement recommended changes as required
- Facilitates training for staff as needed
- Coordinates Employee Health Program and maintain employee records in accordance with regulations.
Assistant Director of Nursing
The Watermark at East Hill
Southbury, CT
08.2021 - 11.2021
- My responsibility for this position is to assist the Director of Nursing with managing the overall operation of the nursing department in accordance with state and federal standards to ensure the highest level of quality care is being maintained at all times
- I possess excellent customer service skills, have evolved emotional intelligence, and thrive in a fast-paced environment .
Registered Nurse Hospice Case Manager
Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care
Middlebury, CT
09.2018 - 07.2021
- As a registered nurse hospice case manager I provided comfort and care to clients in the end stages of their disease process
- This includes admission to hospice Homecare services, collaboration with the Multidisciplinary team involved with each client according to their individualized plan of care and emotional support in order to attain the perfect end of life experience for both the patient and their families
Registered Nurse (RN)
Regional School District
Middlebury, CT
08.2015 - 09.2017
- Provided first aid and care to all students and staff as necessary in the school setting
- Cared for children with intellectual and physical disabilities including the preschool population
- Excellent communication skills with parents
- Assist in the development of individual care plans for children with disabilities with participation in student conference meetings
- Also performed scoliosis, vision and hearing screenings for all children as per state mandate
Registered Nurse Case Manager
New England Home Care
Waterbury, CT
04.2012 - 08.2015
Clinical Nurse Manager
Patient Care Home Health Services
Danbury, CT
08.2011 - 04.2012
- Ensured the delivery of quality patient care
- Reviewed all plans of care, provided oversight and direction to all direct care staff, held weekly staff meetings
- I attended multidisciplinary meetings weekly and as needed in order to ensure all state and HIPPA guidelines were adhered to
- I was responsible for coding charts for correct diagnosis appropriate to each client and received a certificate from CHAC for completion of a coding course offered by them
- I was responsible for all annual performance reviews to the staff and instituted disciplinary actions when necessary .I communicated and collaborated and communicated effectively with physicians and outside resources daily in order to provide the best care possible for all patients and support of their families.
Registered Nurse/Nursing Supervisor
Glendale Health Center
Naugatuck, CT
11.2009 - 08.2011
- Provided nursing care to chronically ill, post operative And acute care patients .Administration of medication, treatments, dressing changes and physical care per each individual care plan in place
- Clinical assessment and care ongoing, as well as excellent communication skills with administration, staff and families as necessary
- Facilitation of admissions, transfers and discharges of clients/patients excellent communication skills with doctors and other health care professionals
- Team leader and
- Supervisor as needed in this 120 bed facility
Visiting Nurse
Services of CT
Oxford, CT
11.1999 - 11.2009
- Provided quality care to medical and surgical clients in the field according to their Plans of care
- Adhered to the guidelines of HIPPA and OASIS
- Collaborated with patients and their families, Physicians and all team members to ensure optimum, quality care that was seamless
- Ensured excellent communication skills with all
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Mediplex of Southbury
Southbury, CT
10.1997 - 10.1999
Pacu RN
Hospital of St Raphael
New Haven, CT
07.1986 - 10.1997
- Duties included administration of chemotherapy, pain management and education, and support and compassion to the death and dying and their families
- As a PACU RN, I cared for various pre and post operative patients both critical care, Open Heart and short term surgical patients
- Worked closely with anesthesiologists and surgeons to ensure quality patient care .I triaged patients and also supervised staff when designated
- My other duties included staff education including CPR and ACLS educator, Quality
- Assurance, lecturer in the Critical Care Course
- I was a preceptor and mentor at a level 3 tier in this high stress, fast paced environment
Registered Nurse
Waterbury Hospital
Waterbury, CT
06.1985 - 07.1986
- This Registered nurse cared for medical and oncology patients
- Provided assessment, care and medication administration to each patient as per individual needs and plans of care
- I also worked in the intensive care unit when needed.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
St Mary's Hospital School of Nursing Waterbury
Associates - Nursing
Mattatuck Community College
American Heart association CPR Certification - undefined
10.2021 - 10.2023
BLS Certification - undefined
10.2001 - 10.2023
Skills
Chronic disease management
EMR / EHR
Acute care expertise
Medication Administration
Preventive health
Insulin medication assistance
Home care
Strong clinical judgment
Intravenous therapy
Patient and family advocacy
Hospice Care
Accomplishments
- Epic (7 years)
- Quality Assurance (5 years)
- Developmental disabilities experience (5 years)
- Basic IV (5 years)
- Supervising Experience (10+ years)
- Certifications and Licenses
- BLS for Healthcare Providers
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN) Facility Educator
River Glen Health Care Center
12.2021 - Current
American Heart association CPR Certification - undefined
10.2021 - 10.2023
Assistant Director of Nursing
The Watermark at East Hill
08.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse Hospice Case Manager
Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care
09.2018 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse (RN)
Regional School District
08.2015 - 09.2017
Registered Nurse Case Manager
New England Home Care
04.2012 - 08.2015
Clinical Nurse Manager
Patient Care Home Health Services
08.2011 - 04.2012
Registered Nurse/Nursing Supervisor
Glendale Health Center
11.2009 - 08.2011
BLS Certification - undefined
10.2001 - 10.2023
Visiting Nurse
Services of CT
11.1999 - 11.2009
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Mediplex of Southbury
10.1997 - 10.1999
Pacu RN
Hospital of St Raphael
07.1986 - 10.1997
Registered Nurse
Waterbury Hospital
06.1985 - 07.1986
Nurse Case Manager
Nursing Supervisor
Diploma - Nursing
St Mary's Hospital School of Nursing Waterbury
Associates - Nursing
Mattatuck Community College