Matthew LaMattina
Shirley,NY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Northwell Health, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and effective communication skills, enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes. Proven ability to mentor staff and manage complex situations, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northwell Health
12.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Patient Care Technician
Northwell Health
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Education
Bachelor - Nursing
Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY05.2021
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Precepting
- Emergency response
- EMR / EHR
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Chest pain management
- HIPAA education
- Cardiac care
- Case management
- Hospice and palliative care
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Organization and time management
- Verbal communication
Accomplishments
Stroke Champion - identified new onset of stroke symptoms using BEFAST acronym.
Nursing Preceptor - Night preceptor for new graduate nurses.
Preceptor of the Year Nominee
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northwell Health
12.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Northwell Health
01.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor - Nursing
Molloy College
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