Rachel Schreffler
Lemoyne,PA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration, clinical leadership, and quality patient care. Experience in monitoring patient and staff progress to drive improvements in patient care and team efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Sr. Clinician
UPMC Carlisle
Carlisle, PA
11.2023 - Current
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care strategies as needed for improvement.
- Planned staffing needs based on acuity levels, census changes and skill mix requirements.
- Provided clinical leadership to nursing staff and other healthcare team members.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable state regulations related to nursing practice.
- Analyzed data from various sources to measure unit performance against set standards.
Registered Nurse
Residential Home Health and Hospice
Mechanicsburg, PA
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Assessed patient conditions and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and families during end-of-life care.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure holistic patient care.
Registered Nurse
UPMC Harrisburg
Harrisburg, PA
07.2017 - 07.2022
- Assessed patient conditions and documented changes in health status consistently.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Trained new nursing staff on procedures and best practices for patient care.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse
Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Cared for patients requiring acute care, including traumas and strokes.
- Maintained open and clear communication with interdisciplinary team to coordinate effective patient care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Messiah Lifeways
Mechanicsburg, PA
10.2007 - 11.2018
- Assisted in creating patient care plans based on individual needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure effective patient care delivery.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
Licensed Practical Nurse
UPMC Harrisburg
Harrisburg , PA
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored and reassessed patients, reporting changes to the primary RN, or provider.
- Started and maintained IVs, and collected lab specimens.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Manor Care
Camp Hill, PA
09.2006 - 10.2007
CNA/Licensed Practical Nurse
Spring Creek
Harrisburg, PA
09.2003 - 09.2006
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, PA06-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, PA05-2017
Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
Lebanon County Career And Technology Center
Lebanon, PA06-2005
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Professionalism
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical and staff leadership
Certification
Pennsylvania Registered Nurse License
Timeline
Sr. Clinician
UPMC Carlisle
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Residential Home Health and Hospice
07.2022 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
Hershey Medical Center
04.2019 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse
UPMC Harrisburg
07.2017 - 07.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
UPMC Harrisburg
11.2016 - 07.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Messiah Lifeways
10.2007 - 11.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Manor Care
09.2006 - 10.2007
CNA/Licensed Practical Nurse
Spring Creek
09.2003 - 09.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
Lebanon County Career And Technology Center