Scott Maloney
Albany,NY
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Yescare Corporation, showcasing expertise in medication and IV administration alongside exceptional compassion and empathy. Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership in nursing staff development and adept in managing complex patient cases, embodying both critical hard and soft skills.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse/Staff Educator
Yescare Corporation
Coxsackie Correctional Facility-Coxsackie, NY
02.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Infusion Nurse
NYOH
Hudson, NY
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
- Ensured safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.
- Managed complex infusion cases involving multiple medications simultaneously, ensuring proper dosing, compatibility, and timing to maximize treatment effectiveness.
- Prepared chemotherapy doses and iron infusions for patient treatments as per physicians' orders.
Hemodialysis Nurse
Albany Medical Center Hospital
Albany NY
01.2010 - 02.2023
- Provided emotional support to patients and families coping with the challenges of chronic kidney disease, fostering a positive treatment experience.
- Evaluated patients' response to dialysis treatments over time, making necessary adjustments in consultation with nephrologists to optimize outcomes.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient satisfaction within the hemodialysis unit.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date on best practices in nephrology nursing.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
St Peter's Medical Center
Albany, NY
01.1990 - 01.2010
- Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
- Reduced the risk of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all procedures.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills while assisting other technicians during busy shifts for optimal patient care delivery.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maria College
Albany, NY08.2010
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Compassion and Empathy
- Documentation and Charting
- Nursing staff leadership
Timeline
Registered Nurse/Staff Educator
Yescare Corporation
02.2024 - Current
Infusion Nurse
NYOH
01.2023 - 07.2023
Hemodialysis Nurse
Albany Medical Center Hospital
01.2010 - 02.2023
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
St Peter's Medical Center
01.1990 - 01.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maria College