- Enjoy participating in cycling and hiking for overall physical and mental well-being.
- Environmental Conservation Projects
- Gardening
- Kayaking
Hi, I’m
Lisa Czyzniejewski
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Versatile Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in ICU ED units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Healthcare professional with strong background in a variety of patient care units including ICU ED oncology and pediatric patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
38
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Dignity Health
Registered Nurse
02.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Mike O'Callaghan Military Medical Center
Registered Nurse
02.2020 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Valley Healthcare Services
Registered Nurse
02.2005 - 02.2020
Job overview
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Mike O'Callahan Federal Hospital
RN ICU
06.2003 - 02.2005
Job overview
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
MountainView Hospital
RN IMC
06.1999 - 06.2002
Job overview
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
Hinsdale Hospital
RN Pediatrics
06.1995 - 05.1998
Job overview
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center
Registered Nurse
09.1986 - 11.1995
Job overview
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Education
Capella UniversityMinneapolis, MN
Master of Science from Nursing Education
06-2019
University of St. FrancisJoliet, IL
Bachelor of Arts from Health Science
06-1990
William Rainey Harper CollegePalatine, IL
Associate of Science from Nursing
06-1986
Skills
- Mental Health Nursing
- Critical Care
- Diabetes management
- Emergency Response
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Medical assessment
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Care Planning
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medication and IV administration
- Immunization administration
- End-of-life care
- Health promotion
- Discharge planning
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Cultural history
- Nursing informatics
- Ventilator management
- Respiratory support
- Clinical judgment
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Coordinating referrals
- Chart management
- Compassion and empathy
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Care planning
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Working out
- Animal Rescue
- Family time
- Music
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Timeline
Registered Nurse
Dignity Health
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mike O'Callaghan Military Medical Center
02.2020 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse
Valley Healthcare Services
02.2005 - 02.2020
RN ICU
Mike O'Callahan Federal Hospital
06.2003 - 02.2005
RN IMC
MountainView Hospital
06.1999 - 06.2002
RN Pediatrics
Hinsdale Hospital
06.1995 - 05.1998
Registered Nurse
Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center
09.1986 - 11.1995
University of St. Francis
Bachelor of Arts from Health Science
William Rainey Harper College
Associate of Science from Nursing
Capella University
Master of Science from Nursing Education
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