MALGORZATA A. POTOCKA, RN, BSN
5 Downing Ave, Newburgh,NY
Summary
Goal-oriented, confident and energetic Registered Nurse with a passion for learning and growing professionally within a dynamic healthcare environment. Engaging and thorough in all aspects of patient care with strong ability to collaborate with staff and administration to provide excellence in care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Per Diem
Northern Westchester Hospital
Chappaqua, NY
02.2023 - Current
- Medical history review, including allergies, medication reconciliation, medical conditions, prior surgeries, and conducting necessary tests
- Risk assessment (potential complications, anesthesia suitability)
- Patient education (pre-surgical/preparation instruction) including NPO status, ERAS and bowel preparation, answer questions and provide reassurance to patients and their families
- Advice patient about proper medication dosages and timely adjustments as instructed by a physician
- Communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure all patients are optimally prepared for surgery without delays and have smooth, safe and coordinated surgical experience
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Eastern Orange Ambulatory Surgery Center
Cornwall, NY
04.2021 - Current
- OR circulator for Ophthalmologic, Plastic and General surgery
- Assist the physician during endoscopy/colonoscopy procedures and gather and label specimens in safe and timely manner
- Provide a safe environment for patients and staff by implementing standards of aseptic technique and by controlling the physical and psychological aspects of that environment
- Verify surgical/procedure site with patient and according to surgical schedule and patient History and Physical
- Assist with the preparation of the operating room for surgical procedures according to surgery and surgeon preference and effectively and efficiently assist the surgeon during the procedure
- Assume an active role in the provision of quality nursing care for patients undergoing surgical procedures
- Maintain count on sponges, needles, and instruments to ensure no loss of items according to policy
Registered Nurse
Garnet Health Medical Center
Middletown, NY
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Conduct hemodynamic monitoring as indicated by procedure and policy (vital signs, cardiac monitoring, etc.) from pre-op to discharge
- Assist the physician with Endoscopy procedures, such as EGD, colonoscopy, balloon enteroscopy, EUS, FNA, ERCP, EMR, HALO Radiofrequency Ablation, GI track tattooing, bronchoscopy, and gather and label specimens in safe and timely manner
- Function independently according to job responsibilities and scope of practice while utilizing current standards of care
- Utilize good customer service by maintaining patient privacy, comfort and safety throughout the stay
- Review and carry out physician orders timely and according to policy
- Teach patients and their family members on proper discharge care for Endoscopy procedures
Registered Nurse, Per Diem
Phelps Memorial Hospital
Tarrytown, NY
09.2018 - 11.2020
- Assessing pressure ulcer/injury using base description, staging and measurements
- Application of different types of dressings while maintaining principles of aseptic techniques
- Perform irrigations, consistent with facility procedure
- Collaborate with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments
- Gather patient information, vitals and performing skin risk assessment using appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy
- Document patients' treatment regimen and patients' responses to medical and nursing interventions
- Participate in patient/family education and evaluate the effectiveness of teaching by feedback from patient/family
Registered Nurse
Garnet Health Medical Center
Middletown, NY
05.2019 - 09.2020
- Provide the best and most cohesive nursing care to orthopedic, medical-surgical patients and clients with neurological deficits
- Ensure and promote a safe working environment to prevent infections
- Conduct an individualized patient assessment based on immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by facility's policies, procedures, or protocols
- Document patient's assessment findings and physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention
- Perform appropriate treatments as ordered by physician(s) while always maintaining patient's safety
- Administer medication, including narcotics and IV therapies to patients in a safe and timely manner
- Wound dressing changes and pressure ulcer prevention
- Develop plan of care that is personalized for the adult/elderly patient reflecting collaboration with other members of the healthcare team
- Evaluate patient care needs and strive to ensure patient satisfaction
- Provide care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to diversity of each patient and his/her family while preserving client's autonomy, dignity and rights
Registered Nurse
Four Winds Hospital
Katonah, NY
06.2018 - 10.2018
- Provide comprehensive nursing care up to 20 adolescents, 13-17 years old, including: vital signs, medication administration, education, admission, and assessment
- Review Medication Cards for accuracy and completion
- Prepare and fill out paperwork for patients scheduled to be discharged
- Give a shift report to staff and supervisors
- Complete weekly RN notes as assigned
- Supervise and communicate with other staff including Mental Health Workers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College, School of Nursing
Newburgh, NY12.2017
Skills
- Fluent in English
- Fluent in Polish
- Critical thinking
- Application of theory to practice
- Patient safety
- Standard precautions
- Infection control
- Patient assessments
- Care plan development
- Teamwork
- Leadership skills
- Organization
- Time management
Related Volunteer Experience
- Medical Tent Team Member, Duchess County Marathon, Poughkeepsie, NY July 2017
- Venipuncture of new cadets, United States Military Academy, West Point, NY July 2017
Licenses Certifications Trainings
- Registered Nurse, 747667, New York
- BLS (American Heart Association), 03/26
- ACIS (American Heart Association), 03/26
- PALS (American Heart Association), 03/25
- Alcon LenS Laser Cataract Clinical Training
- Infection Control
- Mandated Reporter
- Nursing Symposium: Opioid Abuse Epidemic and the Role of Nursing, Mount Saint Mary College
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Per Diem
Northern Westchester Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Eastern Orange Ambulatory Surgery Center
04.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Garnet Health Medical Center
09.2020 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse
Garnet Health Medical Center
05.2019 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse, Per Diem
Phelps Memorial Hospital
09.2018 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse
Four Winds Hospital
06.2018 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College, School of Nursing