Nicole Niemiec
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Motivated Registered Nurse seeking opportunities to expand skills and grow within the field of nursing. Experience with both geriatric and neonatal populations. Additional experience in aiding with activities of daily living, assessments, phlebotomy, taking vitals, and other areas of patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse-NICU
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2023 - Current
- Assessed and monitored the development of premature infants in NICU.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, and other treatments to neonates as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided education and support to families with newborns requiring intensive care.
- Observed and documented changes in patient's conditions including vital signs, behavior, and physical assessments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of infections among patients in NICU setting.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress using electronic health record systems.
Patient Care Technician-NICU
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
- Utilized Bridge to correctly receive, and prepare fortified and non-fortified breast milk.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse.
- Supported nurses during their 3 hour feeding rounds.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and promote patient hygiene such as diaper changing.
Patient Care Technician
Country Meadows Retirement Communities
Pittsburgh , PA
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.
Phlebotomist
Ohio Valley Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
LaRoche University
Pittsburgh, PA08.2023
Master of Science - Medical Science
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Bradenton, FL05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2019
High School Diploma -
Seton La Salle High School
Pittsburgh, PA05.2015
Skills
- Time Management
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Willingness to Learn
- CPR Certification
- Vital Signs Collection
- Phlebotomy
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Electronic Charting with Cerner
- Condition Assessment
- Patient care planning
Timeline
Registered Nurse-NICU
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician-NICU
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
02.2023 - 09.2023
Patient Care Technician
Country Meadows Retirement Communities
02.2020 - 08.2022
Phlebotomist
Ohio Valley Hospital
11.2017 - 03.2019
Master of Science - Nursing
LaRoche University
Master of Science - Medical Science
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Carlow University
High School Diploma -
Seton La Salle High School
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