Mckenzie Krupa
Johnstown,PA
Summary
Hardworking and compassionate Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse; Trauma/Surgery Step-Down Unit
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
- Perform full assessments and care on trauma/surgical patients within a 20 bed unit
- Manage patient care including post op monitoring, telemetry transportation, and medication administration
- Assess and monitor patients with acute/complex injuries with emphasis on patient/family teaching and improving quality of life
- Actively participate in unit-based Quality Assurance Programs
- Collaborate with physicians in determining treatment options specific to each patients individual needs to improve quality patient care
- Accurately document all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
- Fulfilled role of Charge Nurse
- Manage and complete employee scheduling in a timely manner
Licensed Practical Nurse; Trauma/Surgery Step-Down
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
05.2021 - 06.2023
- Monitored patients to observe for deteriorating conditions or unusual problems
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures
ER Technician
UPMC Somerset
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions
- Streamlined communication between medical staff, enhancing collaboration and improving patient outcomes
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices
- Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms
- Operated medical equipment proficiently, optimizing its use for diagnostic purposes or patient monitoring
- Assisted medical professionals with diagnostic procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans
- Served as a liaison between patients' primary care providers and emergency department staff, facilitating seamless transitions in care settings when required
- Managed inventory of supplies within the ER unit assuring proper stocking levels for daily operations
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care
- Expedited admissions process by gathering essential information from incoming patients, enabling prompt care delivery
- Helped clinical staff with in-office procedures by organizing spaces and passing instruments
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids
- Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care
- Educated patients on discharge instructions comprehensively, empowering them in their own health management efforts upon leaving the facility
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Aloysius College, United States
Cresson, PA05.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mount Aloysius College
Cresson, PA05.2023
Skills
- Skilled Trauma/Surgery Step-down RN
- Familiarity with disease management programs
- Wound cleaning/care expertise
- IV drug therapy management
- Gastroenteral nutrition education
- Ventilator Care
- Telemetry
- NG/Sump and Peg Tubes
- Communication
- Electronic Health Record Proficiency
- Computer Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Teamwork
- Time Management Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Health Care Provider; Certification 2021 to present
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Adult; Certification 2021-present
ATCN (Advanced Trauma Course for Nurses); Certification 2024-2028
Timeline
Registered Nurse; Trauma/Surgery Step-Down Unit
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse; Trauma/Surgery Step-Down
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
05.2021 - 06.2023
ER Technician
UPMC Somerset
11.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Aloysius College, United States
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mount Aloysius College
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