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Lisa Traister
Registered Nurse
Greensburg,PA
Summary
Proactive and reliable multitasker with excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize patient needs. Skilled, compassionate, and professional Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in providing quality patient care is seeking a challenging position to utilize my vast knowledge and in a remote patient-centered care management role. Seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills while prioritizing patient needs Experienced in supporting and advocating for many backgrounds and cultures. Looking to work long-term for a fulfilling position while utilizing my professional skills.
Willing to travel for training or other needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Navigator
Independence Health Care
Greensburg, PA
02.2022 - Current
- Lead Nurse Navigator for Women’s Health Breast Center
- Provide patients and physicians with pathology results and ensure patient understanding, timely follow-up, and referrals made
- Complete comprehensive, holistic assessment, planning, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluation of outcomes.
- Collect, maintain, and report priority statistics based on the National Accreditation Program for Breast Center (NAPBC) standards.
- Knowledgeable with IDX systems, Allscripts, Intellispace, Cerner, Meditech, Microsoft systems, Teams, Outlook, WebEx, and more
- Quick learning in computer software and systems
- Verify demographic and insurance information on all new and established patients and take appropriate action as needed.
- Conduct personal interviews to obtain the required financial information needed to determine eligibility for various in-house and community payment programs.
- Assist patients in applying for Medicaid or other financial assistance programs.
- Ensure all eligibility and registration information is complete and accurate for billing.
- Communicate and collaborate with oncologists and surgeons to ensure continuity of care.
- Educate patients on diagnosis, pre-surgical and post-surgical needs and care, and resources available for breast cancer patients, including medications, insurance coverage solutions, and in-home care.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis, and reporting.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Applies effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrates leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Works effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Complete paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing them for resolution.
- Use strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop practical solutions for challenging situations.
- Cultivate interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Registered Nursing Instructor
Carlow University of Saint Vincent College
Latrobe, PA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Created patient assignments for baccalaureate-level students
- Clinical evaluations of all students
- Lab equipment preparations for student learning
- Evaluated student experiences for effective educational outcomes
- Education of practical communication skills to students
- Emphasis learning for vital clinical head-to-toe assessments, recognition of critical lab values, and disease processes according to the performance standards in Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Created and implemented simulation interactive learning techniques to achieve maximum retention of objectives.
- Assisted in Preparing course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts for distribution or use within the classroom.
- Remained current on advances in biological science and incorporated them into the curriculum.
- Trained students to identify signs of patient health deterioration and clinical equipment malfunction to promote achievement of course objectives.
- Identified and assigned appropriate activities and projects to enhance student learning.
- Monitored each student's progress and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical placements.
- Liaised with medical and nursing personnel to evaluate and improve teaching and nursing practices.
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Excela Health
Greensburg, PA
10.2019 - 02.2022
- Provided delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient-family-centered care in Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
- Completed comprehensive assessments of all surgical clearance criteria based on standards of care, compliance, and guidelines of the operating room pre-operative and post-operative.
- Education of patients and caregivers/family members for a safe transition of home care, including consults for Home Health, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and all prosthetic needs such as walker, crutches, foley care, and dressing care
- Supervise and delegate team members to ensure accurate post-operative assessments and pain management are at the forefront, as well as ensuring all patient’s needs are managed safely and effectively.
- Involved patient and support person in decisions affecting perioperative plan of care and rehabilitation process and evaluated patient progress toward attaining outcomes.
- Planned, executed, directed, and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patients through perioperative experience to promote the highest quality and patient safety.
- Supplied education regarding nutrition, medication, pain, wound management, and expected response to operative or invasive procedures and assessed the knowledge level of the patient or designated support person.
- Prepared, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for patients through each surgical procedure step.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create a safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Delivered high-quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on insight and appropriate department admission.
Float Registered Nurse
Indiana Regional Medical Center
Indiana, PA
04.2014 - 10.2019
- Flexible and adaptable to provide care for patients in all areas
- Identify early interventions for improved and positive outcomes for life-saving measures
- Effective collaboration with all providers for medical management of critically ill patients
- Triaging patients for severity level of care needed
- Providing care for a vast array of patients, including geriatrics, pediatrics, and behavioral health
- Created safety plans and contracts with patients with suicidal ideations for support and coping strategies.
- Promoted patient and family teaching to enhance patient understanding of needs and potentially accelerate recovery.
- Conducted rounds with medical staff to promote improved understanding between patients, nursing staff, and medical staff to support continued quality of communication and care.
- Collaborated with other departments and medical staff to provide the highest standard for total patient care.
- Relieved external units such as outpatient IV therapy, pre- and post-operatives, PACU and recovery, dialysis, labor, delivery, healing, and postpartum with skilled nursing services.
- Delivered high-quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on insight and appropriate department admission.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting the safety and security of a unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Indiana Regional Medical Center
Indiana, PA
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Effective collaboration with all providers and ancillary staff to deliver optimal direct patient care to critically ill patients
- Proficient in intravenous therapy, including mixing and titrating IV medications
- Preparation and education to patients and families for aerial and ground transport who needed a higher level of care
- Bedside preparations for bronchoscopies, monitoring and care of mechanical intubation and ventilation patients, and post-intubation care
- Peripherally inserted central catheter and arterial line care
- Proficient in pre and post-cardiac catheterization care, including trans-radial band removal and cardiac-strip interpretation
- Extended empathy and support to families who had to make difficult decisions for patients at end-of-life, terminal diagnosis, or long-term care placement
- Case coordination assistance to local drug/alcohol treatment facilities by providing detailed assessment and ethical holistic care.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses, from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
Charge Registered Nurse 4 Surgical
Indiana Regional Medical Center
Indiana, PA
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Complete Plan of Care and medical assessment development for all patients
- Collaborate with providers to develop patient Treatment Plans
- Supervisor of Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants
- Trained staff in medication administration
- Formal Preceptor of new employees, including Registered Nurses, Graduate Nurses, and nursing students.
- Coordinated nursing care on the unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes, or sepsis to assess needs and determine the best options for care.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Developed and implemented specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.
- Coordinated nursing care on the unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Education
Master degree of Science in Nursing Leadership & Education -
Carlow University
Bachelor degree of science in Nursing -
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PADiploma Registered Nurse -
Conemaugh School of Nursing
Associates in Medical Office Management -
Cambria-Rowe Business College
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Team player
- Critical thinking
- Flexible and adaptable nurse
- Problem solving
- Patient advocacy
- Time management
- Supervisory duties
- Strong clinical judgement
- Excellent leadership skills
- Ethical and confidential
- Treatment Recommendations
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Preventive Healthcare
- Training Staff
- Delegation and Motivation
- Patient Care Assessment
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Decision-Making
- Creative Problem Solving
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Accurate Documentation
- Community Program Referrals
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Needs Assessment
- Care Coordination
- Organizational Skills
- Patient Education
- Grief support training
- Organizational skills
- Community advocate
- Preventive health
- ICD-9 forms
- Tracheostomy Care
- Chronic disease management
- Strong clinical judgment
- Acute care expertise
- Intravenous therapy
Affiliations
- National League of Nursing
- American Nurse Association
- Academy of Oncology Nurse and Patient Navigation
Certification
- PA RN596836 Exp. 10/31/2025
- Basic Life Support Certified (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Accomplishments
- Peri anesthesia Employee Recognition 05/2021
- Indiana Regional Medical Center Cameos for Nominee 2010
- Conemaugh School of Nursing Directors Choice award 2008
Accomplishments
- Currently manage breast health navigation team
- Re-organized nursing navigational program for breast health center
- Lead in developing a breast cancer support group for hospital facility
- Developed a unit-based blood glucose monitoring protocol for peri-anesthesia unit
- Developed a marketing pamphlet used in peri-anesthesia unit
Quote
Don't you dare underestimate the power of your own instinct.
Barbara Corcoran
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leavePaid time off4-day work week401k matchHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingInterests
Travel
Reading
Music
Cooking
Timeline
Nurse Navigator
Independence Health Care
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nursing Instructor
Carlow University of Saint Vincent College
08.2021 - 05.2022
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Excela Health
10.2019 - 02.2022
Float Registered Nurse
Indiana Regional Medical Center
04.2014 - 10.2019
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Indiana Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2014
Charge Registered Nurse 4 Surgical
Indiana Regional Medical Center
01.2008 - 01.2012
Master degree of Science in Nursing Leadership & Education -
Carlow University
Bachelor degree of science in Nursing -
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Diploma Registered Nurse -
Conemaugh School of Nursing
Associates in Medical Office Management -
Cambria-Rowe Business College
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