Dynamic Senior Professional Staff Nurse II with extensive experience at Lehigh Valley Hospital, excelling in advanced patient assessment and chronic disease management. Proven leadership in enhancing team efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards. Skilled in EMR systems and crisis management, dedicated to delivering exceptional care to veteran populations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Professional Staff Nurse II
Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network
Allentown, PA
01.2024 - 07.2025
Advanced skills in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, particularly in critical or complex cases in units like Open heart unit, Medical and surgical ICU, Trauma and Neuro ICU.
Experience in managing patient population with chronic illnesses (e.g., diabetes, heart disease) or wounds (e.g., pressure ulcers), bowel or bladder obstructions (e.g., Chronic foley, ostomy)
Expertise in managing pain, especially in patients with PTSD, physical injuries, trauma, or other chronic conditions.
Proficiency in managing infection prevention protocols.
Knowledge in crisis management, including emergency care, trauma, and critical situations.
Senior Professional Staff Nurse II
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Philadelphia, PA
10.2023 - 01.2024
Utilized critical thinking skills to identify problems or potential problems related to patient care.
Monitored the performance of assigned staff members in order to ensure adherence to established protocols and procedures.
Provided direct patient care in intensive care units, including head to toe assessments, high risk medication administrations and documentation of care.
Professional Staff Nurse
UPMC
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2022 - 10.2023
Initiated emergency interventions when necessary, such as CPR or intubation procedures.
Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments, documenting progress notes, and educating patients about their health issues.
Reported any incidents of abuse or neglect according to established reporting protocols.
Assisted physicians during surgical procedures by passing instruments and monitoring vital signs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL
09-2023
Associate of Science - NURSING
UPMC ST. MARGARETS SCHOOL OF NURSING
Pittsburgh, PA
12-2021
Skills
Advanced patient assessment and care, with focus on chronic diseases and trauma recovery
Leadership experience in managing nursing teams and improving department efficiency
Expertise in working with veteran populations, including PTSD, substance abuse, and chronic health conditions
Skilled in using EMR systems (Epic, Cerner), as well as telemedicine platforms
Strong background in quality improvement, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (HIPAA, Joint Commission)
Ability to lead and mentor staff, ensuring high standards of patient care and continuous professional development
Conflict resolution, crisis management, and decision-making under pressure
Affiliations
Meditation
Hot yoga
Volunteering at hospitals
Accomplishments
Got nominated 3 times for daisy award.
Graduated with academic honors in high school and college.