Lisa Newberry
Registered Nurse
Averill Park,NY
Summary
Adept at clinical judgment and delivering compassionate care, I significantly enhance patient satisfaction and safety in fast-paced medical care environments. My demonstrated abilities in telemetry monitoring and advanced cardiac life support, coupled with a proven track record in health promotion, positions me as a valuable asset to any healthcare team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
Columbia Memorial Health
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Ensured accurate recording of medical assessments, therapeutic actions, and health outcomes.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Patient Care Technician
Samaritan Hospital, Troy, NY
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Samaritan Hospital, Troy, NY
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Monitored for adverse reactions during safe medication administration as per established protocols.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Direct Support Professional
AIM Services
10.2017 - 05.2023
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
Patient Care Associate - The Birth Place
Albany Medical Center Hospital
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted with various diagnostic procedures such as drawing blood samples, obtaining EKG readings, and collecting urine specimens for laboratory testing.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by communicating pertinent patient information during detailed handoff reports.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care during daily interactions.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering trust and strong relationships throughout the care process.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information following HIPAA guidelines while discussing cases with healthcare professionals or family members involved in the treatment plan.
- Expedited response times to critical situations by swiftly recognizing changes in patient conditions and alerting appropriate medical personnel when necessary.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry trends and further develop skills as a Patient Care Associate.
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Maria College
Albany, NY05.2023
Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY05.2016
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Health promotion
- Advanced cardiac life support
Certification
American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Samaritan Hospital, Troy, NY
10.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Samaritan Hospital, Troy, NY
07.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
Columbia Memorial Health
04.2023 - Current
Patient Care Associate - The Birth Place
Albany Medical Center Hospital
10.2021 - 06.2022
Direct Support Professional
AIM Services
10.2017 - 05.2023
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Maria College
Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Hudson Valley Community College
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