Skylar Hidenrite
Syracuse,NY
Summary
I am a caring and compassionate Critical Care Nurse experienced in following policies and procedures, facilitating teamwork, and providing quality care to all patients. My passion for Nursing lies in my ability to comfort and heal those in critical, physical, and emotional pain. I aim to connect with clients not just as a healer and professional, but as a fellow human.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
St. Joseph's Health
02.2023 - Current
- 4 critical patient assignments
- Assesses, utilizing age specific data, the patient's physical, psychosocial, and spiritual status to provide quality care.
- Accurate assessment skills, relating to pt current problems and diagnosis.
- Performs initial assessment and completes required documentation within organizational standards
- Performs and documents ongoing assessments including observation, physical examination, laboratory/test results, and patient response to procedural intervention
- Participates in the identification and clarification of patient needs, as evidenced by participation in multidisciplinary care planning, to achieve optimal patient outcomes
- Assists other staff in the delivery of patient care, as appropriate
- Incorporates patient teaching/discharge planning to promote optimal patient outcomes
- Communicates effectively with staff and family members to better provide care by delegating/teaching
- Coordinates and documents appropriate discharge planning and referrals to ensure continuity of care after discharge.
- Provides education to new staff members, students and techs to the unit, making them feel welcome and competent.
- Appropriately and promptly advocates for client and family when receiving information from Providers regarding diagnosis and options for care.
- Implements non-pharmacological interventions and provides compassionate physical, emotional quality care
Home Care RN
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Aided care to 84 y/o Female with COPD and early dementia at residential home
- Daily check ins: Assessing and monitoring Vitals, coordinating doctors appointments, providing transportation and nutritional services, such as cooking and grocery shopping
- Assisted with transfers and mobility
- Completed safe environment checks every shift
- Ensured client was effectively using Respiratory support devices such as, CPAP, inhalers, and others
- Comparing and analyzing specific client data to ensure quality and effective care
- Communicating and reporting to client family and health care physicians
- Maintaining HIPPA as per always
- Lastly, I Assisted with transitional care for client into Assisted Living Facility.
Nursing Student
Onondoga Community College
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
- Monitored patient health status to detect changes and unusual patterns and report to medical staff.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to establish optimal patient care.
- Participated in skills lab simulations to further develop nursing skills.
Nursing Assistant
The Cottages of Garden
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Independently provide and manage basic care needs of up to 20 residents
- Obtain vital signs, assist with feeding, room maintenance, and documentation
- Communicate with RN about patient status, symptoms, and change in ADL's.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
Education
Associate of Applied Science in Science -
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY12.2021
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY12.2021
High School Diploma -
Apollo High School
Owensboro, KY06.2018
Skills
- Attention to detail, avoiding mistakes and identifying problems in hospital setting
- Critical thinking for finding solutions to complex symptoms in emergency situations caring for four critical clients
- Time management for prioritizing work and staying organized in planning care
- Verbal and written communication skills for communicating sensitive information to patients, their relatives, or their doctors with compassion and resilience
- Professionalism is shown through personal appearance and general standards throughout the shift in language and character
- Empathy for understanding patient’s health and financial situations
- Provides comforting environment to client and family
- Attitude management, maintaining positivity under high-stress conditions, teamwork, and giving support
- Adaptability to constantly changing environments, conditions, and people
- Conflict resolution among staff members, patients, and families
- Problem-solving for addressing intricate issues
- Open-minded to constant education and learning on a daily basis
Certification
- BLS Certification, AHA Certification, 08/01/23, 08/01/25
- ACLS Certification, 08/01/23, 08/01/25
Successful CPR
I was working the night shift while still on training. A patient on the floor became unresponsive, without a pulse. Our staff promptly called a code and began CPR. I was able to assist in compressions for 2 minutes which resulted in the patient waking up. We had a successful code, it was a great first experience with CPR.
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN)
St. Joseph's Health
02.2023 - Current
Home Care RN
01.2022 - 01.2023
Nursing Student
Onondoga Community College
01.2019 - 01.2021
Nursing Assistant
The Cottages of Garden
01.2019 - 12.2020
Associate of Applied Science in Science -
Onondaga Community College
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Onondaga Community College
High School Diploma -
Apollo High School
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