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Lisa Pizzuto

Lisa Pizzuto

Youngstown

Summary

Dynamic Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with extensive experience, excelling in patient assessment and medication management. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Recognized for critical thinking and compassionate care, effectively diagnosing and treating complex conditions while ensuring quality and safety in high-pressure environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

APRN HOSPITALIST

Nagy Healthcare
Youngstown
08.2022 - Current
  • Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Analyzed lab results and interpreted diagnostic tests to determine an appropriate course of action.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
  • Prescribed medications according to accepted standards of care and hospital protocols.
  • Evaluated new admissions to determine their clinical status and need for further testing or procedures.

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Quickmed Urgent Care
Youngstown
05.2020 - Current
  • Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments, medication administration, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Managed care of critically ill patients with hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, cardiac disease, closed head injuries, strokes, seizures and tumors.
  • Examined patients and studied symptoms to diagnose conditions.
  • Analyzed lab results and interpreted diagnostic tests to determine an appropriate course of action.
  • Prescribed medications within scope of practice guidelines.

APRN PRIMARY CARE

Premier Family Medical Clinic
Boardman
04.2023 - 12.2024
  • Assisted physicians in providing medical care to patients of all ages, including physical examinations and diagnoses.
  • Evaluated laboratory results in order to adjust treatment accordingly.
  • Recommended diagnoses based on examinations, test results, and reported symptoms.
  • Conducted follow-up visits with patients to monitor treatment progress and provide additional guidance or referrals as needed.

Trauma Nurse

Mercy Health Youngstown
Youngstown
08.2012 - 05.2021
  • Administered life-saving interventions when needed in emergency situations involving trauma cases.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Performed physical examinations and administered medications to trauma patients.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients and families during difficult times.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.

Registered Nurse- Orthopedics

Sharon Regional Medical Center
Sharon
01.2011 - 08.2012
  • Documented patient histories, conditions, treatments, changes and responses and used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient's physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
  • Taught patients how to use devices, care for wounds and prevent complications with proper care.
  • Aided patients with functional mobility and daily task performance to increase comfort and reduce disability.
  • Performed post-operative assessments on orthopedic patients following surgery to assess recovery status and evaluate effectiveness of prescribed treatments.
  • Monitored surgical sites for signs of infection and maintained optimal wound hygiene.

Education

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
05-2022

Bachelor of Science - BSN

Chamberlain University
05-2019

Associate of Science - Nursing

Sharon Regional School of Nursing
Sharon, PA
01-2011

Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Nursing

Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication management
  • Lab result analysis
  • Clinical documentation
  • Emergency response
  • Care coordination
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient education
  • Critical thinking
  • Compassion and empathy

Certification

  • ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • PALS Pediatric Advance Life Support
  • TNCC Trauma Nurse Core Course
  • BLS Basic Life Support

Timeline

APRN PRIMARY CARE

Premier Family Medical Clinic
04.2023 - 12.2024

APRN HOSPITALIST

Nagy Healthcare
08.2022 - Current

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Quickmed Urgent Care
05.2020 - Current

Trauma Nurse

Mercy Health Youngstown
08.2012 - 05.2021

Registered Nurse- Orthopedics

Sharon Regional Medical Center
01.2011 - 08.2012

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - BSN

Chamberlain University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Sharon Regional School of Nursing

Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Nursing

Youngstown State University

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