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Nicole Tocco

Massapequa Park

Summary

Chief Physician Assistant with extensive experience at St Joseph Hospital Emergency Department and Clinical Decision Unit, excelling in patient management and medical diagnosis, while working alongside nurses, residents, and attendings. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and effective treatment planning. Skilled in interpreting laboratory results and performing procedures, while mentoring new staff to foster a collaborative environment. Fluent in Polish.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physician Assistant

Progressive Emergency Physicians
09.2020 - Current
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
  • Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
  • Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Streamlined clinic workflow by collaborating closely with physicians, residents, nurses, and support staff.
  • Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
  • Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathetic bedside manner.
  • Ensured accurate diagnoses by ordering appropriate diagnostic tests and interpreting results efficiently.
  • Optimized time management skills to prioritize urgent cases while maintaining high-quality care for all patients.
  • Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
  • Conducted rounds in hospitals and nursing homes to check on admitted patients and provide care.
  • Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records.
  • Mentored newly hired Physician Assistants within the practice, helping them acclimate to their roles effectively while fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations.
  • Creating the schedule for the Physician Assistants of the Emergency Department
  • Compiling monthly statics for the Emergency Department and Clinical Decision Unit

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Touro College
New York

Masters in Physician Assistant Studies - Physician Assistant

Touro College
New York
09-2019

Skills

  • Completing examinations
  • Diagnosing conditions
  • Differential diagnoses
  • Direct patient care
  • Discharge summaries
  • Educating patients
  • Electronic medical records
  • Emergency medicine
  • Interpreting laboratory results
  • Laceration repair
  • Foreign body removal
  • Hospital consultations
  • Incisions and drainage
  • Immunization administration
  • Medical diagnosis
  • Ordering tests
  • Orthopedic Care
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient management
  • Patient history documentation
  • Performing procedures
  • Physical examination
  • Prescribing Medication
  • Treatment Planning
  • Fluent in Polish

Certification

  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support , Certified July 2024
  • Basic Life Support, Certified July 2024
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Certified October 2024
  • Infection Control and Barrier Precautions, Certified November 2021

Timeline

Physician Assistant

Progressive Emergency Physicians
09.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Touro College

Masters in Physician Assistant Studies - Physician Assistant

Touro College

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