Siobhan Pollock
Rochester,NY
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 12 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with emergency and critial care specialty. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Rochester Regional Health System
Rochester, NY
01.2021 - Current
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Strong Memorial Hospital, University Of Rochester
Rochester, NY
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare organization, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resource allocation and service delivery.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Unity Hospital
Rochester, NY
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Suny Brockport
Rochester, NY 05.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY 05.2001 -
Skills
ADL Assistance
Monitoring Vital Signs
Diagnostic Test Evaluations
Emergency Procedures
Telemetry monitoring
Patient Assessment
Time management abilities
Heartsaver CPR AED
Emergency Care
Critical Care
Trauma recovery
IV setup
Strong Clinical Judgment
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Excellent Communication
Multitasking
Critical Thinking
Certification
TNCC
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Rochester Regional Health System
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Strong Memorial Hospital, University Of Rochester
03.2016 - 03.2018
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Unity Hospital
05.2013 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Suny Brockport
05.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Monroe Community College
05.2001 -