Rachel Schmidt
Rochester
Summary
Registered Travel Nurse with over two years of experience in Medical-Surgical and Medical ICU step-down units. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (Traveler), Medical-Surgical Unit
Noyes Memorial Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners and verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse
Rochester General Hospital
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Medical ICU Step-Down Unit
- Performed and documented frequent assessments for 3-4 patient assignment, titrated IV medications based on ordered parameters, closely monitored vital signs and telemetry, collaborated with Respiratory Therapy on airway management, maintained arterial and central lines per policy, acknowledged and executed orders, as well as provided quality patient care.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder, diabetes, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations
Registered Nurse
Rochester General Hospital
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing 8-10 patient assignment.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Patient Care Technician
Rochester General Hospital
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
Waitstaff
Branca Midtown
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Set up dining room to promote welcoming environment and meet or exceed hospitality and service standards.
- Explained menu items and preparation methods to provide high level of customer service and promote dining atmosphere.
- Practiced safe, sanitary food handling for preparation and service to maximize pleasant dining experience.
Waitstaff
Macgregors' Grill And Tap Room
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Education
Associate - Applied Science
Monroe Community College
Rochester NY05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY2013
Skills
- Tracheostomy Care
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Medical Evaluations
- At-risk patient care
- Intravenous therapy
- Medication Distribution
Certification
ACLS Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Traveler), Medical-Surgical Unit
Noyes Memorial Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Rochester General Hospital
10.2022 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Rochester General Hospital
08.2021 - 09.2022
Patient Care Technician
Rochester General Hospital
01.2021 - 07.2021
Waitstaff
Branca Midtown
08.2019 - 07.2021
Waitstaff
Macgregors' Grill And Tap Room
10.2018 - 06.2019
Associate - Applied Science
Monroe Community College
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Rochester Institute of Technology
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