Sean Raimo
Registered Nurse
Terryville,CT
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 23 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Registered Nurse
CREC
Bloomfield, CT
08.2018 - Current
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw health services for school of [Number] students and faculty.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
HHC
Meriden, CT
03.2015 - 03.2021
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor
HHC
Meriden, CT
03.2010 - 03.2015
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Organized and facilitated [Number] department head meetings weekly, discussing current census, admissions and discharges and residents' Medicaid applications.
- Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions for 54-bed emergency room, providing guidance and leadership to over 24 employees, and provide support to clinical staff. Also direct and manage flow of patients through the emergency room.
- Reviewed and evaluated test results to suggest care and treatment options.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Trained staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Staff chart audits and review.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Hospital Of Central Connecticut
Southington, CT
02.2007 - 02.2010
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Waterbury Hospital
Waterbury, CT
08.2001 - 02.2007
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Paramedic
Campion Ambulance Service
Waterbury, CT
06.1990 - 06.2002
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
Waterbury Hospital
Waterbury, CT
08.2000 - 08.2001
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Waterbury Hospital
Waterbury, CT
06.1999 - 08.2000
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Combat Medic (91B)
CT Army National Guard
Norwalk, CT
06.1987 - 08.1994
- Regularly prescribed ibuprofen and other anti-inflammatory medications for variety of conditions and complaints according to military medical protocols.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Collected patient medical information and details about current conditions, symptoms and complaints.
- Conducted realistic training scenarios to prepare medical team members and provide realistic battle or mass-casualty scenarios.
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Performed crucial lifesaving interventions in combat situations.
- Completed patient care reports and checklists of daily duties per established military practices, guidelines and regulations.
- Acted as team leader and took responsibility for scene and unit management to maximize integrated support of patients.
- Developed and deployed triage skills and delivered optimal emergency care in combat environments.
- Worked as crisis team member and clearly communicated with other health care members to best care for patients with diverse military wounds.
- Delivered emergency medical treatment at point of wounding on combat battlefields.
- Perfected careful handling, lifting and moving of patients from point of incident to stretcher, ambulance or helicopter.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT06.1999
Certification - Paramedic
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT06.1991
Skills
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Care Assessment
- Procedure Assistance
- Medication Administration
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Examination
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Critical Thinking
- Accurate Documentation
- IV administration
- Central line care and use
Certification
BLS Instructor
Previous but not current
ACLS
PALS
ENPC
ADLSI
Timeline
School Registered Nurse
CREC
08.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
HHC
03.2015 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor
HHC
03.2010 - 03.2015
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Hospital Of Central Connecticut
02.2007 - 02.2010
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Waterbury Hospital
08.2001 - 02.2007
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
Waterbury Hospital
08.2000 - 08.2001
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Waterbury Hospital
06.1999 - 08.2000
Paramedic
Campion Ambulance Service
06.1990 - 06.2002
Combat Medic (91B)
CT Army National Guard
06.1987 - 08.1994
Associate of Science - Nursing
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Certification - Paramedic
Naugatuck Valley Community College