LISA M. CAMPANA MSN, RN, CCRN
TOWNSEND,USA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in critical and procedural care settings, demonstrating a strong ability to mentor and peers across various practice and specialty areas. Passionate about delivering high-quality patient care while continuously learning to stay abreast of evidence-based nursing practices.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Total Med/TNAA
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Contributed to a high standard of care by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on interventional radiology techniques and best practices.
- Administered patient care during interventional procedures, ensuring safety and comfort throughout processes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Proficient in procedural/moderate sedation, as well as post procedural recovery.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Interventional Radiology/Critical Care Registered Nurse
Crozer Health
09.2018 - 05.2025
- Administered critical medications and interventions in high-acuity settings.
- Managed communication between physicians and other healthcare team members regarding patient care needs during an intervention
- Monitored patient vitals, responding promptly to changes in condition.
- Documented all care provided in accordance with facility policies and procedures and standards of practice guidelines.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within critical care and procedural environments.
Critical Care Transport Nurse
University of Maryland Medical Center
05.2013 - 05.2018
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in identifying potential complications early on during transports; prioritizing interventions based on severity.
- Operated medical equipment efficiently during transports, including ventilators, IV pumps, and monitoring devices.
- Implemented advanced life support measures when necessary, stabilizing patients prior to arrival at destination facilities.
- Maintained constant communication with destination facilities throughout transports; providing updates on patient status and estimated time of arrival.
Travel RN
Supplemental Healthcare
11.2012 - 05.2013
- ED/ICU travel nurse.
- ED assignment in busy Level 3 Trauma, Stroke, and STEMI designated center which averaged 300 patient visits per day.
- Traumas stabilized and transferred to higher level of care when medically necessary.
- Headed focus-group to expedite door to balloon times, and door to TPA times for STEMI’s and non-hemorrhagic CVA’s.
Staff/Charge RN
Favorite Nurses
04.2008 - 08.2012
- Supplemental staff nurse in critical care, occupational health, flu clinics, and specialized needs assessments for insurance companies.
- Collaborated with other healthcare team members regarding treatment plans for each patient served.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Skillfully performed various clinical procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheterizations; ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.
Staff/Charge RN
Bay Health Medical Center
03.2007 - 07.2009
- Initially worked in the CVSICU, cardio vascular surgical ICU, then transferred to the ED, a level 3 trauma, and STEMI center.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established guidelines, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Preceptor/Charge/Staff RN
University of Pennsylvania Health System
10.2002 - 07.2009
- Initially hired in 2002, as contract staff nurse on specialized unit for medically complex geriatric patients, and medical, surgical, telemetry overflow patients.
- In 2005, accepted full time position on same unit, then cross trained to the ICU.
- In 2007, transferred to Crisis Response Center, Pennsylvania Hospital, as per diem psychiatric crisis nurse.
- Headed several PI projects to develop unit based VAP prevention guidelines.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing Education -
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA05.2020
Post Bachelors Certificate - Complementary/ Integrative Therapy
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA05.2019
Post Bachelors Certificate - Holistic Hospice & Palliative Care
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA05.2018
Post Bachelors Certificate - Nursing Education
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA05.2016
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX08.2015
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
Wesley College
Dover, DE05.1996
Skills
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Patient/ Family Advocacy & Education
- Proficient IV Therapy Skills
- Moderate/Procedural Sedation
- Effective Mentor & Preceptor
- Regulatory Compliance & Standards of Care
Affiliations
- Sigma Theta Tau- Nursing Honor Society
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)
Certification
- BLS Provider- Expires 3/31/2027
- ACLS Provider- Expires 3/31/2027
- PALS Provider- Expires 3/31/2027
- CCRN- Expires 12/31/2026
- TNCC- Expires 9/30/2027
- RN - State of Delaware (multi-state compact)- Expires 09/30/2027
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Total Med/TNAA
06.2025 - 12.2025
Interventional Radiology/Critical Care Registered Nurse
Crozer Health
09.2018 - 05.2025
Critical Care Transport Nurse
University of Maryland Medical Center
05.2013 - 05.2018
Travel RN
Supplemental Healthcare
11.2012 - 05.2013
Staff/Charge RN
Favorite Nurses
04.2008 - 08.2012
Staff/Charge RN
Bay Health Medical Center
03.2007 - 07.2009
Preceptor/Charge/Staff RN
University of Pennsylvania Health System
10.2002 - 07.2009
Post Bachelors Certificate - Holistic Hospice & Palliative Care
Drexel University
Post Bachelors Certificate - Nursing Education
Drexel University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
Wesley College
Master of Science in Nursing Education -
Drexel University
Post Bachelors Certificate - Complementary/ Integrative Therapy
Drexel University