Patricia Druzak
Aliquippa,PA
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with extensive experience in psychiatric, substance use, correctional, and acute care settings. Skilled in direct patient care, crisis intervention, and leadership. Strong background in medication administration, triage, patient education, and therapeutic treatment delivery. Recognized for sound judgment, effective decision-making, and a commitment to patient safety and quality outcomes.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
House Supervisor
Aliquippa Community Hospital
- Oversaw nursing operations and patient care in absence of administrative leaders.
- Supported compliance with state and regulatory standards during surveys.
- Led disaster preparedness training and contributed to Infection Control program development.
Clinical Supervisor RN
State Correctional Institution of Pittsburgh
- Managed chronic health conditions and provided education in a secure correctional setting.
- Oversaw nursing staff in safe and accurate medication administration.
- Coordinated specialty clinics and improved workflow for better patient outcomes.
- Delivered staff training on substance abuse awareness and crisis de-escalation.
Clinical Supervisor RN
Heritage Valley Health System
09.1996 - 08.2025
- Administered medications and carried out prescribed therapeutic treatments for patients with psychiatric and substance use disorders.
- Assisted manager in ensuring high-quality, cost-effective patient care through effective staff and resource management.
- Functioned as on-site administrative representative during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Provided patient triage for ER referrals and developed assessment protocols for psychiatric and substance use presentations.
- Delivered crisis management training and health education across departments.
- Maintained documentation and patient care records in compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.
Education
Hospital Diploma Program - RN
Jameson Memorial Hospital
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Crisis Intervention
- Patient Assessment & Triage
- Substance Use Disorder
- Mental Health Triage and Assessment
- EMR/ EHR Documentation
- Therapeutic Communication
- Leadership & Staff Training
Certification
- Registered Nurse – State of Pennsylvania
- Basic Life Support (AHA), Expires 2025-11
- Comprehensive Crisis Management (UPMC), Expires 11/25
- Certified Correctional Health Professional-RN CCHP
Timeline
Clinical Supervisor RN
Heritage Valley Health System
09.1996 - 08.2025
House Supervisor
Aliquippa Community Hospital
Clinical Supervisor RN
State Correctional Institution of Pittsburgh
Hospital Diploma Program - RN
Jameson Memorial Hospital