RITA BIVONA
New York,NY
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Informatics Specialist
Northwell Health System
06.2022 - Current
- Participated in industry conferences to stay abreast of emerging trends in clinical informatics, applying new knowledge to drive continuous improvement within organization.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by closely monitoring system usage, conducting audits, and addressing any identified issues promptly.
- Improved data accuracy by standardizing data input methods, ensuring consistent documentation across all departments.
- Liaised between providers and IT team to inform management and facilitate project completion.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Yale New Haven Health Greenwich Hospital
02.2012 - Current
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Trained and skilled to circulate and scrub in operating room during c-section, and fully recover in PACU.
- Skilled and proficient with IV insertions and administering blood.
Registered Nurse
George C. Shapiro, MD Cardiovascular Disease/Internal Medicine
06.2016 - 08.2023
- Assess patients and update medical history in EHR
- Proficient in using E-Clinical works medical software
- Assist MD with minor surgical procedures
- Proficient in performing EKGs, stress tests and bone scans
- Skilled in performing blood draws, IV insertions and infusions.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Montefiore
02.2017 - 04.2022
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
Assistant Nurse Manager, Labor and Delivery
Yale New Haven Health Greenwich Hospital
05.2016 - 01.2021
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care within Patient and Family Centered Care Model.
- Delegate work assignments to staff appropriately and assist in troubleshooting various issues and technical support.
- Manage day-to-day unit decisions through effective communication, time management and prioritization skills
- Assist Nurse Manager in development of nursing staff on unit, review and approve Kronos schedule and timecards for payroll, order supplies for unit, perform chart audits.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and enhance interdisciplinary teamwork, ultimately improving continuity of care for patients.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques and seeking mutually beneficial solutions when issues arose.
Registered Nurse
Clarity Testing Services
08.2008 - 12.2014
- Administered immunizations and vaccinations as part of overall employee health program to prevent illness outbreaks at work sites.
- Conducted pre-employment physicals and screenings to ensure candidate fitness for job requirements.
Registered Nurse, Maternity/Well Baby Nursery
Yale New Haven Health Greenwich Hospital
01.2005 - 02.2012
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Float to Pediatric and NICU departments.
- Provide leadership on floor as charge nurse.
Education
Master of Science, Nursing Informatics -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah04.2021
Bachelor of Science, Nursing -
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, Connecticut05.2002
Skills
- Competent using EPIC and Allscripts software
- Clinical Documentation
- Workflow Optimization
- Quality Improvement
Certification
- New York State Registered Nurse, 06/2003 - Current
- Connecticut State Registered Nurse, 06/2003 - Current
- NCC Maternal/Newborn Certification, Current
- NCC Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification, Current
- BLS Adult and Child Certified in CPR/AED, Current
- NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Certification, Current
Affiliations
- ANIA
Timeline
Clinical Informatics Specialist
Northwell Health System
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Montefiore
02.2017 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
George C. Shapiro, MD Cardiovascular Disease/Internal Medicine
06.2016 - 08.2023
Assistant Nurse Manager, Labor and Delivery
Yale New Haven Health Greenwich Hospital
05.2016 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Yale New Haven Health Greenwich Hospital
02.2012 - Current
Registered Nurse
Clarity Testing Services
08.2008 - 12.2014
Registered Nurse, Maternity/Well Baby Nursery
Yale New Haven Health Greenwich Hospital
01.2005 - 02.2012
Master of Science, Nursing Informatics -
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science, Nursing -
Sacred Heart University