Lynn Pulnik
Barre,MA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a background in patient care and medical support, recognized for fostering collaboration within medical teams to provide exceptional care tailored to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, complemented by a commitment to delivering compassionate and reliable care. A strong advocate for patient well-being, consistently striving to enhance the quality of healthcare services through effective communication and teamwork. Passionate about contributing to a positive healthcare environment that prioritizes patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Med-Surg/Telemetry Travel RN
Baystate Franklin Medical Center
Greenfield, MA
02.2025 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs using telemetry equipment to ensure timely interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, documenting changes in health status for effective continuity of care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments while adhering to established protocols and safety standards.
Primary Care RN
Heywood Medical Group
Gardner, MA
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Telephone call triage
- Managed patient care coordination efforts to ensure seamless communication among healthcare providers.
- Assisted in processing prior authorizations for patient care. Supported healthcare teams in obtaining necessary approvals. Facilitated communication between providers and insurance companies.
- Assisted in coordinating specialist referrals for patients. Supported care coordination efforts to enhance patient outcomes. Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and patients.
Telemetry/Emergency Travel RN
UMass Memorial Hospital
Worcester, MA
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Performs patient assessment/reassessment according to standard procedure.
- Develops and coordinates individual plan of care including discharge planning.
- Directs, supervises, coordinates and evaluate nursing care within assigned clinical setting.
- Delegates appropriately to others in accordance with job description and competency level.
Support Staff- Temporary
RCM
Barre, MA
11.2021 - 02.2022
- COVID Testing in the Quabbin Regional School District (PK-12).
Float Pool RN
Saint Vincent Hospital
Worcester, MA
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Provided direct patient care in diverse clinical settings, ensuring safety and comfort.
Sub-acute/Short Term Rehabilitation
Quaboag Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center
West Brookfield, MA
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Patient assessment, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, labs, and test results.
- Administering medications, monitoring vital signs, performing treatments as ordered.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
Charge Nurse/ Floor Nurse /Supervisor
Notre Dame Long Term Care Center
Worcester, MA
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Educating patients on medications, treatments, and diets.
- Substituted as management including supervisor, on-call, and unit management.
- Providing primary nursing care to short term rehab and long term patients.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA06.2018
Practical Nursing Diploma Program - Nursing
Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA06.2011
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education
- Effective team collaboration
- Telemetry monitoring
- Prioritization skills
- Analytical problem-solving
- Effective clinical decision-making
- Patient health assessment
- Familiarity with various electronic medical records systems
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse - Massachusetts RN2324400
Basic Life Support - AHA, Expires 9/2027
Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA, Expires 1/2027
Timeline
Med-Surg/Telemetry Travel RN
Baystate Franklin Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
Primary Care RN
Heywood Medical Group
09.2023 - 01.2025
Telemetry/Emergency Travel RN
UMass Memorial Hospital
02.2022 - 09.2023
Support Staff- Temporary
RCM
11.2021 - 02.2022
Float Pool RN
Saint Vincent Hospital
10.2018 - 03.2020
Sub-acute/Short Term Rehabilitation
Quaboag Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center
01.2016 - 12.2017
Charge Nurse/ Floor Nurse /Supervisor
Notre Dame Long Term Care Center
01.2012 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mount Wachusett Community College
Practical Nursing Diploma Program - Nursing
Mount Wachusett Community College