Marci West
Butler,PA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 9 years of experience in behavioral health, hospice and medical-surgical nursing, specializing in end-of-life symptom management and compassionate patient care. Proven ability to provide emotional support to patients and families, enhancing their overall experience during critical times. Strong background in behavioral health, hospice, diabetes, COPD, heart failure, dementia, and stroke care, demonstrating effective communication and teamwork skills. Committed to delivering high-quality care and achieving positive patient outcomes through adaptability and a strong work ethic.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Lenape Wellness Center
Ford City, Pennsylvania
07.2024 - Current
- Assessed patients' physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and environmental needs.
- Provided crisis intervention by evaluating risk of harm or suicide for distressed clients.
- Delivered direct nursing care to patients with mental health and substance abuse disorders.
- Advocated for patient needs within interdisciplinary teams while implementing treatment plans.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
Behavioral Health Staff Nurse
ACMH Hospital
Kittanning, PA
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Met patient needs by devising and coordinating highly tailored care plans for each individual.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Educated patients about mental health topics such as stress management techniques, coping strategies, and relapse prevention methods.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, medications, and progress notes.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications in accordance with physician orders.
- Performed crisis intervention services as necessary to stabilize a situation or prevent further harm or injury.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately and timely according to agency standards.
- Provided emotional support to family members by explaining treatment options available for their loved one's condition.
RN Charge Staff Nurse
Concordia Lutheran Ministries
Cabot, PA
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
- Facilitated strategic goals aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving outcomes through compassionate, precise and high-quality nursing care.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
- Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
- Monitored implementation of care plans for entire unit.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
Professional Staff Nurse
UPMC Family Hospice
Pittsburgh, PA
04.2020 - 09.2022
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Delivered respectful, compassionate care to each patient and family member to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Provided skilled end of life nursing care to Hospice patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Good Samaritan Hospice
Valencia, PA
07.2018 - 04.2020
- Manage caseload for at-home terminally ill patients
- Follow plans of care to provide client with highest level of comfort and quality of life
- Educate patients, families and caregivers on medical choices and methodologies
- Assess patients weekly to identify necessary plan revisions
- Present evidence and seek interdisciplinary expertise to coordinate Optimal Care
- Gather information on patient and family psychological, social and spiritual dynamics and incorporate findings into care plans
- Participate in weekly interdisciplinary team meetings with social workers, ministers and physicians in order to adjust care plans and for Mutual accountability
- Participation an on-call rotation to ensure constant care for all patients.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Professional Staff Nurse
UPMC Saint Margaret
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2016 - 07.2018
- Partnered with team of registered nurses to ensure overall well-being of all patients
- Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnosis including COPD , dementia , asthma and stroke victims
- Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.
- Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
UPMC St. Margaret School of Nursing
12.2015
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Butler County Community College
05.2015
Skills
- Geriatric treatment expertise
- Medication administration
- Active listening
- Emotional support
- End-of-life care
- COPD management
- De-escalation techniques
- Therapeutic interventions
- Culturally sensitive
- Suicide prevention
- Patient advocacy
- Behavioral health care
- Risk assessment
- Compassion and empathy
Professional References
- Suzanne Pannelli : 724-889-7035
- Jenna Kohler: 814-282-2049
- Emilie Moore: 724-212-6373
- Brenda Cirrincione: 724- 822-3551
Timeline
RN
Lenape Wellness Center
07.2024 - Current
Behavioral Health Staff Nurse
ACMH Hospital
11.2022 - 08.2024
RN Charge Staff Nurse
Concordia Lutheran Ministries
09.2022 - 10.2022
Professional Staff Nurse
UPMC Family Hospice
04.2020 - 09.2022
Home Health RN Case Manager
Good Samaritan Hospice
07.2018 - 04.2020
Professional Staff Nurse
UPMC Saint Margaret
02.2016 - 07.2018
Diploma - Nursing
UPMC St. Margaret School of Nursing
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Butler County Community College
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