Nicole Walczyk
New York,NY
Summary
Competent Physician Assistant with 1.5 years of experience in general surgery and a variety of surgical subspecialties. Well-developed skill in patient observation, assessment and examination.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Surgery Physician Assistant
NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital
10.2022 - Current
- Provides coverage for surgical subspecialties including general surgery, colorectal surgery, urology, OMFS, vascular surgery, podiatry, neurosurgery, plastic surgery, ENT, and breast surgery
- Duties include seeing consults, completing admissions and discharges, formulating treatment plans, and daily floor management of surgical patients
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring proper preparation of operating room equipment and patient positioning for optimal outcomes.
- Proficient in a variety of bedside procedures including but not limited to incision and drainage, debridements, and laceration repairs.
- Ensured accurate diagnoses by ordering appropriate diagnostic tests and interpreting results efficiently.
- Contributed to improved team performance by participating in interdisciplinary meetings, offering insights as a Physician Assistant.
Medical Scribe
CityMD Urgent Care
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Enhanced patient care by diligently transcribing physician-patient interactions during medical examinations.
- Improved clinical efficiency by maintaining accurate and up-to-date electronic health records for each patient encounter.
- Supported physicians with comprehensive chart documentation, assisting in the reduction of administrative burden.
- Facilitated effective communication between healthcare providers by accurately recording diagnostic test results and treatment plans.
Emergency Medical Technician
Hidden Pond Day Camp
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Reduced response times by effectively coordinating with dispatchers and following established protocols.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Increased team efficiency by collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and other emergency personnel to provide seamless emergency care to patients.
Education
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies -
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY06.2022
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences -
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY05.2019
Skills
- Physical examinations
- EMT experience
- EMR systems (2 years)
- Hospital experience (2 years)
- Surgical Assist (2 years)
- Diagnostic Testing
- Treatment Planning
Certification
- Infection Control Certification, Present
- BLS Certification, 06/01/23 - 06/01/25
- ACLS Certification, 05/01/23 - 05/01/25
Timeline
General Surgery Physician Assistant
NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Medical Scribe
CityMD Urgent Care
09.2019 - 04.2020
Emergency Medical Technician
Hidden Pond Day Camp
07.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies -
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences -
Binghamton University
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