Marissa Pastva
Summary
Driven, hardworking Registered Nurse bringing
demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and
treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient
with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and
emergency response experience. 8-years experience success
nursing, with a passion for patients with trauma and cardiac needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UPMC Altoona
11.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care strategies.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, assessing changes in condition and responding promptly to emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans and lifestyle modifications.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skill development through guidance and support during clinical procedures.
- Conducted thorough assessments, documenting findings accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
RN
Medical Solutions
11.2018 - Current
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
RN
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
10.2024 - 10.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs for optimal health outcomes.
- Coordinated with surgical teams to facilitate timely interventions for critically injured patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, treatment options, and post-discharge care.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols, procedures, and best practices for patient safety.
- Administered trauma care to patients, ensuring compliance with established protocols and standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in high-stress environments.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Excela Health Latrobe Hospital
02.2019 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse, PCU
Excela Health
02.2017 - 12.2020
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in Progressive Care Unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and medication management.
- Led nursing shifts, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mount Aloysius College
Cresson, PA12.2016
High School Diploma -
Forest Hills High School
Sidman, PA06.2002
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Monitoring
- Cerner and Epic Systems
- Administer Medication
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Patient Education
- Critical Thinking
- Stroke and Seizure Management
- Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring
- Neuro/Trauma Experience
- Orienting new staff
Accomplishments
- Daisy Awards in 2021, 2023
Certification
- RN License PA RN691858 -April 2026
- ACLS- January 2026
- BLS- January 2026
- NIHSS-September 2026
- AORN
Timeline
RN
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
10.2024 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse
UPMC Altoona
11.2019 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Excela Health Latrobe Hospital
02.2019 - 12.2021
RN
Medical Solutions
11.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, PCU
Excela Health
02.2017 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mount Aloysius College
High School Diploma -
Forest Hills High School
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