Maria DiSanto
Mentor,Ohio
Summary
Experienced RN-BSN with 6 years of dedicated bedside care. Developed in critical thinking, problem solving, and leadership. Extremely adaptable in order to seamlessly integrate into new environments and healthcare teams. Experienced in different healthcare systems across the country, able to embrace change, quickly learn new skills and protocols. Diligent in delivering high-quality care to patients from diverse backgrounds and ensuring patient safety and well-being. Provides a compassionate and patient-centered approach. Strong advocate for patients and expert communication skills to ensure optimal outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel RN
Lake Havasu Regional Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
- Promote a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally
- Improve patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care
- Provide comprehensive ongoing education to patients and family members about conditions, medications, and procedures during admission
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Trauma Level 3, Total Beds: 171, Unit: Telemetry
Travel RN
St. Luke’s Hospital
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Provide care for 4 Oncology patients undergoing surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and immunotherapy admitted to the inpatient unit
- Analyze lab work and administer blood transfusions and electrolyte replacements according to facility policy
- Implement specialized precautions for immunocompromised populations and chemotherapy infusion patients
- Manage and utilize central lines for medication administration and blood draws
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Teaching Facility, Trauma Level 3, Total Beds: 437, Unit: Oncology
Travel RN
St. Mary’s Hospital
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Facilitate care to 5 adult patients during admission pre- and post-operatively undergoing general and orthopedic surgeries
- Optimize outcomes of surgical patients by providing evidence based care with early ambulation, VTE prophylaxis, pain management, dressing changes, drain management, vital sign monitoring, and post op education
- Manage 3 intermediate care patients that require closer monitoring of vital signs, cardiac drips post-operatively
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Trauma Level 2 Total Beds: 310, Unit: Surgical
Travel RN
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Coordinate patient care for geriatric patient population with multiple comorbidities
- Collaborate with Case Management and social work resources to develop safe discharge plans for patients with complex needs
- Increase patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Teaching Facility, Trauma Level 1, Total Beds: 507, Unit: Medical Surgical
Travel RN
Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Analyze cardiac rhythms and EKGs in conjunction with clinical presentation of cardiac patients
- Titrate cardiac drips and assess patient response to medication changes
- Monitor patients before and after cardiac catheterization
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Teaching Facility, Trauma Level 1, Total Beds: 746, Unit: Cardiac Telemetry
Travel RN
Avita Ontario Hospital
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborate with advanced care practitioners and telehealth providers to give access to specialized care inpatient
- Adapt quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Delegate and cooperate with LPNs to provide efficient comprehensive patient care
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Total Beds: 49, Unit: Medical Surgical/ Telemetry
Travel RN
Renown Regional Medical Center
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Assess and interpret labs and cardiac rhythms of cardiac patients
- Establish and execute safety plans that promote independence for cognitive impaired patients
- Communicate with healthcare team members during interdisciplinary rounds to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Teaching Facility, Trauma Level 2, Total Beds: 650, Unit: Cardiac Telemetry & Medical Surgical
Travel RN
Verde Valley Medical Center
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Manage cardiac patients on BIPAP, CPAP, and high flow oxygen
- Deliver high level of quality care to diverse populations with culturally competent care strategies
- Maintain high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Total Beds: 87 Unit: Telemetry
Travel RN
OhioHealth Grant Medical Center
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in adjusting to varying acuity levels within diverse units while maintaining consistent attention to detail
- Offer exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Teaching Facility, Trauma Level 1, Total Beds: 434, Unit: Float Pool
Staff RN
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Enhance patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly
- Support patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
- Provide education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Teaching Facility, Trauma Level 2, Total Beds: 1,290, Unit: Women’s Health (GYN/GYN oncology)
Education
BSN -
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio05.2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Compassion and empathy
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Team coordination
- Complex Problem-solving
- Wound care
Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse, Ohio compact license, Ohio Board of Nursing
BLS - Basic Life Support, AHA - American Heart Association
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, AHA - American Heart Association
NIHSS - National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale, NIH- National Institutes of Health
Timeline
Travel RN
Lake Havasu Regional Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
Travel RN
St. Luke’s Hospital
06.2024 - 11.2024
Travel RN
St. Mary’s Hospital
10.2023 - 05.2024
Travel RN
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
Travel RN
Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023
Travel RN
Avita Ontario Hospital
10.2022 - 01.2023
Travel RN
Renown Regional Medical Center
02.2022 - 09.2022
Travel RN
Verde Valley Medical Center
09.2021 - 12.2021
Travel RN
OhioHealth Grant Medical Center
06.2021 - 09.2021
Staff RN
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
07.2019 - 06.2021
BSN -
Kent State University
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