Octavia Kosnik
Erie,PA
Summary
Orthopedic Nurse with background in providing quality care to patients enduring musculoskeletal ailments. Strengths include accurate assessment of patient conditions, implementing treatment plans, and coordinating with medical teams for comprehensive patient care. Known for empathy and supporting patients through recovery processes, while educating them on condition management.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthopedic Nurse
Saint Vincent's Hospital
Erie, Pa
07.2025 - Current
- Assessed orthopedic patients in Saint Vincent's Hospital unit.
- Monitored vital signs and pain levels during recovery.
- Administered medications per orders.
- Changed dressings and supported wound care protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan comprehensive care for orthopedic patients.
- Monitored post-operative recovery progress; reported any changes in status to attending physician immediately.
- Assisted with mobility exercises and safe transfers.
- Documented assessments in electronic health records.
Orthopedic patient care technician
Saint Vincent's Hospital
Erie, Pa
05.2024 - 07.2025
- Supported Saint Vincent's Hospital patients with bathing, dressing, and toileting assistance.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse.
- Responded promptly to call lights and supported bedside care needs.
- Transported patients safely between units, diagnostics, and treatment areas.
- Documented care activities in Saint Vincent's Hospital patient charts.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to the staff nurse.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Gannon University
Erie, PA 08.2020 - 05.2025
Union City
Union City, PASkills
- Postoperative monitoring
- Medication administration
- Wound dressing
- Joint replacement care
- Discharge planning
- Mobility assistance
- Patient care
- Electronic charting
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
Certification
- CPR certification
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Clearance Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Orthopedic Nurse
Saint Vincent's Hospital
07.2025 - Current
Orthopedic patient care technician
Saint Vincent's Hospital
05.2024 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Gannon University
08.2020 - 05.2025
Union City