Rachel Messina
Orchard Park,NY
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
OB/GYN Care of WNY
West Seneca, NY
04.2017 - Current
- Performed telephone triage, managing multiple incoming patient calls/concerns
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and improve outcomes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and ensuring high standards of care delivery.
Registered Nurse
Western New York Urology
Cheektowaga, NY
04.2011 - 04.2017
- Foley Catheter insertions/removals, suprapubic catheter changes, bladder instillation treatments for bladder cancer and interstitial cystitis
- Educated patients on pre-and post-operative procedures, promoting informed decision-making and adherence to treatment plans.
- Removed catheters,stents, sutures, staples and drains post-operatively
- Monitored vital signs and conducted routine examinations to assess patient health status effectively.
Registered Nurse
Erie County Medical Center
Buffalo, NY
07.2001 - 07.2009
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a fast-paced medical-surgical environment.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Provided direct patient care in high-acuity environment, ensuring safety and comfort.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
D'Youville College
Buffalo, NY07-2001
Timeline
Registered Nurse
OB/GYN Care of WNY
04.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
Western New York Urology
04.2011 - 04.2017
Registered Nurse
Erie County Medical Center
07.2001 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
D'Youville College