Mary Santapaola
Stratford,CT
Summary
- Compassionate, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with more than 27 years of nursing experience. I have enjoyed working in several professional settings, and have gained much valuable experience. My clinical strengths were extremely valuable in each of the settings I've worked in. My calm demeanor and thirst for knowledge have enabled me to excel while working with diverse populations. I’ve had the privilege of working with patients and families in the outpatient infusion setting, PACU, ED, Surgical and Radiation oncology, home care, and hospice. I consistently strive to achieve optimal patient outcomes; and am dedicated to providing top quality care within the multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Infusion Nurse
Yale New Haven Health System
Greenwich, CT
07.2021 - Current
- Assess and prepare patients for infusions and injections, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Record patient condition, vital signs, progress and medication side effects.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintain a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Administer medications, track dosages and document patient conditions.
- Advocate for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Provide patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Evaluate patients, recognize and address complications and coordinated treatment with other members of care team.
RN Contact Tracer
Fairfield University
Fairfield , CT
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Explain importance of contact tracing to prevent disease transmission and keep communities healthy.
- Follow set protocol for contacting assigned newly diagnosed COVID-19 case patients and document all contact attempts and timeframes.
- Assist individuals with navigating health care systems, appointments and classes.
Registered Nurse, Radiation Oncology
Norwalk Hospital
Norwalk, CT
04.2019 - 07.2020
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, skin condition, and radiation side effects.
- Coordinated care with physicians, radiation therapists, and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, and transmit prescriptions.
- Collected lab specimens.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Continuously educated patients regarding side effects of radiation therapy and how to treat.
Registered Nurse, Hospice
Constellation Health Services
Orange, CT
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Performed ongoing evaluations and assessments to revise initial plan of care as the needs of the patient changed.
- Collaborated with other hospice personnel in the direct care of shared patients to ensure all team members are up to date in patient plan of care and family needs.
- Assessed patient home care needs regarding comfort and safety.
- Continuously performed medication reconciliation.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Registered Nurse, Hospice
Greenwich Hospital
Greenwich, CT
06.2017 - 10.2018
- Provided compassionate care for critically ill patients and worked closely with families during the final stages of life.
- Maintained comfort and quality of life, and alerted physicians about changes in patients’ condition.
- Provided continuous and precise assessment of patients’ symptoms.
- Assessed and performed interventions to ensure a gentle journey and peaceful passing at end of life.
- Communicated all pertinent information and evaluation through clear and concise documentation.
- Coordinated care daily with interdisciplinary team for continuity of care.
- Reviewed discharges, deaths and admissions with Medical Director, Skilled Nursing, Social Worker, Chaplain, Pharmacist, Director, and Care Coordinator.
Registered Nurse, Hospice
United Hospice Of Rockland
New City, NY
05.2015 - 06.2017
- Displayed exceptional knowledge of basic insurance coverage, reimbursement and benefit management.
- Proficient in the assessment of the hospice patient’s physical, psychosocial, and spiritual dimensions of care.
- Performed work autonomously and managed case loads effectively, and with a focus on patient needs and compassion
- Participated in education of patients and families regarding plan of care to be provided.
- Supervised and educated Home Health Aides and LPN’s each shift.
- Identified and responded to patient and families’ specific needs for support and reassurance.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Community Health Nurse
Nyack Hospital
Nyack, NY
05.2009 - 05.2015
- Maintained and updated client records with plans, notes, appropriate forms, or related information.
- Advised clients on issues related to self-care, such as diabetes .
- Maintained client's charts and confidential files.
- Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management.
- Responsibilities included but were not limited to wound care, VAC dressings, Pleuravacs, PICC line management, ostomy care, foley catheter changes, management and assessment.
- Provided assessment and teaching to achieve goals and maintain safety.
- Developed treatment plans for individual patients, accounting for special needs of patient, physician diagnoses and recommendations and patient's desired outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Community Hospital at Dobbs Ferry
Dobbs Ferry, NY
01.2005 - 05.2009
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Modified patient’s treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Prepared patients for, and assisted physicians with examinations and procedures.
- Prepared rooms, sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies and ensured that stock of supplies was maintained.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, and medication side effects.
- Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by pristine communication with multiple disciplines in the department.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions; performed skills according to MD orders.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Community Hospital at Dobbs Ferry
Dobbs Ferry, NY
04.2003 - 01.2005
- Set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post operative orders and oriented patients to unit.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects in the post op unit.
- Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
Registered Nurse, Traveling RN
Medical Express
Denver, CO
02.2001 - 04.2003
- WINTER PARK HOSPITAL
- Orthopedic and Neurology Unit
- MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL
- Ventilator Weaning Unit
- Traveled to Winter Park Florida and Boston Massachusetts and completed nursing assignments as a traveling nurse.
Registered Nurse, Surgical Oncology
Westchester Medical Center
Valhalla, NY
09.1997 - 02.2001
- Actively participated in unit based Quality Assurance Program.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovering after surgery.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movement and related paperwork.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with cancer.
- Facilitated patient flow during emergency situations, directing admissions and transfers.
- Performed meticulous assessment pre and post op with a focus on mobility and excellent pain management.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
New York, NY01-1997
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
MANHATTAN COLLEGE
Bronx, NY05-1991
Skills
- Proficient in McKesson computer program
- Proficient in Suncoast computer program
- Proficient in EPIC computer program
- Patient monitoring
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Patient care planning
- Patient education and counseling
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Home visits
- Medical assessment
- Appointment Scheduling
- Family and patient support
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Culturally-sensitive care
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Infusion Nurse
Yale New Haven Health System
07.2021 - Current
RN Contact Tracer
Fairfield University
02.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse, Radiation Oncology
Norwalk Hospital
04.2019 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse, Hospice
Constellation Health Services
10.2018 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse, Hospice
Greenwich Hospital
06.2017 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse, Hospice
United Hospice Of Rockland
05.2015 - 06.2017
Community Health Nurse
Nyack Hospital
05.2009 - 05.2015
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Community Hospital at Dobbs Ferry
01.2005 - 05.2009
Registered Nurse, PACU
Community Hospital at Dobbs Ferry
04.2003 - 01.2005
Registered Nurse, Traveling RN
Medical Express
02.2001 - 04.2003
Registered Nurse, Surgical Oncology
Westchester Medical Center
09.1997 - 02.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
MANHATTAN COLLEGE
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