Susan Salonica
Weirton
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate RN with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Onpoint Industrial Services
08.2018 - 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.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
RN
Jefferson County Jail
07.2017 - 02.2023
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Director of Nursing
Primecare Medical
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
Behavioral Health RN
Tides Edge Recovery/Wekiva Springs/Pulse Clinical
05.2020 - 11.2020
- Evaluated program effectiveness by tracking patient progress against established goals throughout the course of treatment.
- Reduced instances of aggressive behaviors among patients by employing crisis intervention techniques and non-violent de-escalation methods.
- Maintained a high level of clinical competence through ongoing professional development opportunities, including workshops and conferences related to behavioral health nursing.
- Contributed to a culture of safety by adhering strictly to infection control protocols during medication administration procedures.
Behavioral Health RN
Trinity Health System
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Evaluated program effectiveness by tracking patient progress against established goals throughout the course of treatment.
- Reduced instances of aggressive behaviors among patients by employing crisis intervention techniques and non-violent de-escalation methods.
- Educated families on mental health disorders, medications, and coping strategies to enhance their understanding and support during the recovery process.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the healthcare system by addressing concerns related to confidentiality or treatment options, fostering trust between patients and providers.
- Implemented group therapy sessions that focused on topics such as stress management, coping skills, and relapse prevention, leading to improved patient outcomes.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
West Virginia Northern Community College
Weirton, WV06-2016
Associate of Science - Radiology Technology
Jefferson Community College
Steubenville, OH06-1996
Skills
Nursing staff leadership
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Direct patient care
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- OSHA Certified
Licenses
FL compact #RN9539832
OH #RN431013
MI #RN4704401930
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Primecare Medical
04.2021 - 02.2022
Behavioral Health RN
Tides Edge Recovery/Wekiva Springs/Pulse Clinical
05.2020 - 11.2020
RN
Onpoint Industrial Services
08.2018 - Current
RN
Jefferson County Jail
07.2017 - 02.2023
Behavioral Health RN
Trinity Health System
10.2016 - 07.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
West Virginia Northern Community College
Associate of Science - Radiology Technology
Jefferson Community College
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