Nicole Petrella BSN RN
McGraw,NY
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse with 8+ years of experience in diverse healthcare settings. Dedicated to providing high-quality patient care and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams for optimum patient outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chronic Dialysis - Charge RN
Fresenius Kidney Care-St. Joseph's Dialysis Center
2022.12 - Current
- Perform pre and post patient assessments to monitor and evaluate Dialysis treatment response
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor and adjust treatment plans, improving overall patient health outcomes.
- Improved continuity of care across shifts through concise shift reports detailing pertinent updates on patients'' conditions and treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment plans and self-care routines.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of patients and staff members at all times.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies by diligently monitoring documentation accuracy within the unit.
Substitute School RN
Homer Central School District
2019.07 - Current
- Assess & provide care to school age children
- Maintain current history, physical, & vaccine record information
- Administer medications per doctor's order & parental consent
- Collaborate with parents & Physicians for appropriate plan of care specific to child's personal needs.
Acute Dialysis - Travel RN
AHS Renal STAT-Banner University Medical Center
2022.02 - 2022.05
- Level 1 Trauma Center
- Performed Hemodialysis procedure in unit, at bedside, & ICU
- Performed assessment, initiation, monitoring, medication administration, & termination of Hemodialysis treatment
- Provided patient & family education related to treatment procedure, medication, & diet
- Experience with Central Lines, & AV Fistulas and Graft sites per policy.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining high level of performance.
Acute Dialysis - Travel RN Float
Fresenius Kidney Care-Ascension St. Vincent's
2021.07 - 2021.11
- Floated to 3 Hospitals (Riverside, Southside, Clay)
- Performed assessment, initiation, monitoring, medication administration, & termination of Hemodialysis treatment
- Performed Hemodialysis procedure in unit, at bedside, & ICU
- Provided patient & family education related to treatment procedure, medication, & diet
- Maintained Central Lines, AV Fistula & Graft sites per policy.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns
Acute Dialysis – Staff RN
Davita Dialysis- Crouse Hospital
2019.10 - 2021.02
- Comprehensive Stroke Center
- Performed Hemodialysis procedure in unit, at bedside, & ICU
- Performed assessment, initiation, monitoring, & termination of Acute Hemodialysis treatment
- Provided patient & family education related to treatment procedure, medication, & diet
- Experience with Central Lines, & AV Fistulas and Graft sites per policy
- Increased patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols throughout entire dialysis process.
Summer Camp RN
Cornell Cooperative Extension
2019.08 - 2019.08
- Assessed & provided general first aid care to school age children & staff
- Administered medication per Doctor's order & parental consent
- Maintained accurate documentation & reported appropriate incidents to the Health Department per protocol.
Med-Surg/Telemetry Unit – Travel RN
Supplemental Health Care- St. Joseph's Hospital
2019.02 - 2019.05
- Level 1 Trauma Center/Designated Stroke Center
- Occasional float to Oncology Unit & 1 Day Stay Unit
- Managed patients awaiting Liver Transplant.
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
Med-Surg/Telemetry/Cardiac/ED Holds – Travel RN Float
American Mobile- Eastern Maine Medical Center
2018.09 - 2018.12
- Level 2 Trauma Center/Designated Stroke Center
- Floated to multiple units up to 3 times per 12-hour shift
- Managed/Titrated Cardiac/antihypertensive Drips (Cardizem, Verapamil), Insulin drips (Glucose Stabilizers).
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in adjusting to varying acuity levels within diverse units while maintaining consistent attention to detail.
Telemetry/Ortho/Med-Surg Unit- Seasonal RN Float Pool
BayCare Health System
2018.04 - 2018.08
- Designated Stroke Center
- Cared for patients in traction, CPM, immobilizers, & external fixators.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams pre & post-surgery, for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Telemetry/PCU/CIU Unit – Travel RN
Medical Solutions- Bayfront Hospital
2018.01 - 2018.04
- Level 2 Trauma Center/Designated Stroke Center
- Worked CIU (Cardiac Intensive Unit)
- Managed/Titrated Cardiac Drips (Cardizem, Amiodarone, Heparin).
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
Telemetry/PCU Unit - Travel RN
Medical Solutions- Wayne Memorial Hospital
2017.09 - 2017.12
- Critical Access Hospital/Designated stroke center
- Managed/Titrated cardiac drips (Cardizem, Amiodarone, Heparin)
- Cared for patients at end of life on Comfort Measures/Hospice Care.
Med-Surg/Telemetry (floated to PCU Unit) – Travel RN
Supplemental Health Care- Lourdes Hospital
2017.05 - 2017.08
- Level 3 Trauma Center/Designated Stroke Floor
- Introduced to role of Charge RN
- Management of glucose levels using Glucose Stabilizer.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
Med-Surg/Telemetry – Staff RN
SUNY Upstate University Hospital
2015.09 - 2017.04
- Level 1 Trauma Center/Designated Stroke Center
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing
La Roche University
Pittsburgh, PA12.2017
Associate of Science Degree - Nursing
La Roche University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2015
Skills
- Clinical Expertise
- Care Coordination
- Ethical Practice
- Clinical Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Preventive Actions
- Quality Improvement
- Patient Care Standards
Certification
- New York, 707009-1, 02/28/2027
- Florida, RN 9471022, 04/30/2025
- Arizona, 222276, 04/01/2027
- BLS Certification – AHA, 02/2025
- Pennsylvania, RN675000, 10/31/2024
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Chronic Dialysis - Charge RN
Fresenius Kidney Care-St. Joseph's Dialysis Center
2022.12 - Current
Acute Dialysis - Travel RN
AHS Renal STAT-Banner University Medical Center
2022.02 - 2022.05
Acute Dialysis - Travel RN Float
Fresenius Kidney Care-Ascension St. Vincent's
2021.07 - 2021.11
Acute Dialysis – Staff RN
Davita Dialysis- Crouse Hospital
2019.10 - 2021.02
Summer Camp RN
Cornell Cooperative Extension
2019.08 - 2019.08
Substitute School RN
Homer Central School District
2019.07 - Current
Med-Surg/Telemetry Unit – Travel RN
Supplemental Health Care- St. Joseph's Hospital
2019.02 - 2019.05
Med-Surg/Telemetry/Cardiac/ED Holds – Travel RN Float
American Mobile- Eastern Maine Medical Center
2018.09 - 2018.12
Telemetry/Ortho/Med-Surg Unit- Seasonal RN Float Pool
BayCare Health System
2018.04 - 2018.08
Telemetry/PCU/CIU Unit – Travel RN
Medical Solutions- Bayfront Hospital
2018.01 - 2018.04
Telemetry/PCU Unit - Travel RN
Medical Solutions- Wayne Memorial Hospital
2017.09 - 2017.12
Med-Surg/Telemetry (floated to PCU Unit) – Travel RN
Supplemental Health Care- Lourdes Hospital
2017.05 - 2017.08
Med-Surg/Telemetry – Staff RN
SUNY Upstate University Hospital
2015.09 - 2017.04
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing
La Roche University
Associate of Science Degree - Nursing
La Roche University
- New York, 707009-1, 02/28/2027
- Florida, RN 9471022, 04/30/2025
- Arizona, 222276, 04/01/2027
- BLS Certification – AHA, 02/2025
- Pennsylvania, RN675000, 10/31/2024
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