Mark Cerroni

• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
• Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
• Have treated patients with a wide array of diagnoses, from Neuro ICU patients, myself being stroke-certified, to CRRT on the most critically ill.
• Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
• Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

8/2014-9/2015

RN Cath Lab pre/post op

Assessed, prepped and monitored patients pre-cath/EP lab procedures.

• Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications, altering treatment plans as needed.
• Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
• Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
• Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.

• Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

• Enhanced patient recovery by consistently monitoring and assessing post-operative vital signs.
• Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions, fostering better understanding and adherence to prescribed treatments or therapies.
• Improved patient outcomes by collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams on individualized care plans.
• Served as an advocate for patients and their families throughout the perioperative process, fostering trust and open communication between all parties involved in care delivery.