Lena Quarantello
Buffalo
Summary
Results-driven nursing leader with a strong focus on team collaboration and operational efficiency. Expertise in strategic planning and process improvement, leading to measurable outcomes. Proven ability to adapt to changing organizational needs while fostering an engaged and empowering work culture. Recognized for a proactive approach to issue identification and process optimization, supporting team objectives effectively.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Specialist, CVICU
Catholic Health System
Buffalo
06.2022 - Current
- Participate in special projects related to policy development, implementation, and training.
- Increases professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to support continuity of care and coordination of services.
- Mentors staff to foster professional development and improve team performance.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on project deliverables and timelines.
- Manage and motivate staff to be productive and engaged, while cultivating a positive rapport with staff to boost morale and promote retention.
- Establish team priorities, maintain schedules, evaluate performance, and convey constructive feedback to improve skills.
AHA Instructor
Western New York Healthcare Education
West Seneca
07.2018 - Current
- Collaborates with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Monitors student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional Strategies.
- Conducts clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Evaluates students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Buffalo
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Registered Nurse, Open Heart Unit/Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
Catholic Health System
Buffalo
04.2015 - 02.2022
- Performed complex clinical procedures, such as mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, cardiac assist devices, and continuous renal replacement therapy.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Drove quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient satisfaction scores.
- Implemented evidence-based practices, driving improvements in clinical outcomes and care standards.
Clinical Instructor/Nursing
Trocaire College
Buffalo
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Instructed and coached students to help overcome academic issues and personal challenges.
- Provided educational lectures and facilitated discussions on weekly basis.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Kaleida Health
Buffalo
01.2006 - 01.2015
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess pediatric patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided basic educational services to parents and guardians on topics such as child growth and development and special needs.
CNA/LPN
Beechwood Continuing Care
Getzville
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Management & Quality Leadership
D'Youville University
Buffalo, NY05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY05-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY12-2005
Skills
- Active listening and empathy
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Team engagement and coordination
- Prioritization of responsibilities
- Focus under pressure
- Adaptability to challenges
- Proactive mindset
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Clinical expertise
Certification
- BLS
- PALS
- ACLS-EP
- CCRN
Memberships
- AACN
- ACHE
Timeline
Clinical Specialist, CVICU
Catholic Health System
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
12.2021 - 06.2022
Clinical Instructor/Nursing
Trocaire College
08.2019 - 01.2022
AHA Instructor
Western New York Healthcare Education
07.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Open Heart Unit/Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
Catholic Health System
04.2015 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Kaleida Health
01.2006 - 01.2015
CNA/LPN
Beechwood Continuing Care
01.2003 - 01.2006
Master of Science - Nursing Management & Quality Leadership
D'Youville University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Erie Community College
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