Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Narissa Bergandi

PRINCETON,IL

Summary

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Neonatal Intensive Care

OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
06.2009 - Current
  • Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
  • Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
  • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
  • Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physicians.
  • 10 years experience as a Charge RN on the NICU.
  • 10 years on the specialized ECMO team caring for the sickest patients on the unit.
  • Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
  • Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care in pediatric critical care units.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Unit Secretary, Medical/Surgical Unit

Mercy Hospital
05.2006 - 08.2009
  • Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA regulations.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Maintained rapport with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel.
  • Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
  • Executed administrative duties to facilitate unit tasks and meet team goals.
  • Transcribed doctors' medication orders, lab test requests, and care plans.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Southern Illinois University
Edwardsville, IL

Associate of Science -

Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
Peoria, IL
12.2009

Skills

  • Medical Assessment
  • Patient Management
  • Health Screening
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Care Planning
  • Wound Care
  • Critical Care
  • Lab Result Interpretation
  • Administering Immunization
  • Epic Software Use
  • HIPAA Education
  • Family Education

Timeline

RN Neonatal Intensive Care

OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
06.2009 - Current

Unit Secretary, Medical/Surgical Unit

Mercy Hospital
05.2006 - 08.2009

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Southern Illinois University

Associate of Science -

Illinois Valley Community College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
Narissa Bergandi