Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Quality-driven and efficient, possessing strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, PACU/SDS
St. Luke's WE Ortho Hospital & Allentown Campus
Allentown, PA
11.2023 - Current
Provided post-anesthesia care to patients following surgical procedures, monitoring their condition and responding to any changes.
Monitored vital signs of patients recovering from anesthesia and took corrective action when necessary.
Educated staff members on basic nursing care principles related to recovery room activities.
Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Assisted with orientation of new personnel within the department ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
Clinical Manager
LVHN Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery
Allentown, PA
12.2022 - 11.2023
Improve policies and procedures through development, implementation, revision and evaluation of new protocols.
Coordinated weekly work schedules for department employees.
Facilitated implementation of customer service initiatives and provided training and guidance to staff to achieve patient care and service goals.
Encouraged high morale and staff retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of proactive work environment.
RN, Emergency Department
St. Luke's Hospital
Allentown, PA
05.2016 - 03.2023
Ability to utilize autonomy and critical thinking in a fast paced environment while prioritizing treatment
Use of extensive skills and training throughout high stress situations
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
RN, Care Manager
St. Luke's Hospital
Allentown, PA
12.2021 - 08.2022
Coordination of intricate disposition plans utilizing effective problem solving and multifaceted computer software
Ability to recognize ineffective workflows and adjust for efficiency
Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for the ultimate outcomes
RN, Medical Surgical
St. Luke's Hospital
Allentown, PA
09.2014 - 05.2016
Anticipate provider needs and ability to accommodate
Flexibility of working with numerous charting systems and evolving work flows
Ability to provide patient support and advocacy
Bartender
PJ Whelihan's
Allentown, PA
10.2006 - 01.2015
Worked closely with customers and staff to ensure satisfaction of service and anticipation of needs
Ability to manage situations under own personal supervision
Medical Assistant
Bethlehem Gynecology Associates, LVHN
Bethlehem, PA
01.2009 - 10.2009
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person
Participated with assisting physicians with procedures
Education
BSN
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
02.2021
Registered Nurse - Nursing
St. Luke's School of Nursing
Bethlehem, PA
08.2014
Applied Sciences
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA
08.2012
Medical Assistant -
Lincoln Technical Institute
Allentown
08.2008
Skills
Service Utilization Improvements
Patient Care Oversight
Process Implementation
Creative Problem Solving
Time Management
Critical Thinking
Decision Making
Epic Systems
Care Coordination
Patient Monitoring
Certification
Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life support (ACLS) Certification
CPR certified through American Heart Association
ACLS, PALS
Utilized listed certifications on a daily basis in the Emergency Department
Timeline
RN, PACU/SDS
St. Luke's WE Ortho Hospital & Allentown Campus
11.2023 - Current
Clinical Manager
LVHN Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery
12.2022 - 11.2023
RN, Care Manager
St. Luke's Hospital
12.2021 - 08.2022
RN, Emergency Department
St. Luke's Hospital
05.2016 - 03.2023
RN, Medical Surgical
St. Luke's Hospital
09.2014 - 05.2016
Medical Assistant
Bethlehem Gynecology Associates, LVHN
01.2009 - 10.2009
Bartender
PJ Whelihan's
10.2006 - 01.2015
BSN
Western Governors University
Registered Nurse - Nursing
St. Luke's School of Nursing
Applied Sciences
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Medical Assistant -
Lincoln Technical Institute
Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life support (ACLS) Certification
CPR certified through American Heart Association
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