Suzanne Schrader
Scotia,NY
Summary
Professional healthcare provider ready to excel in administering infusion therapies and patient care. Proven track record of delivering high-quality medical services with strong attention to safety protocols and patient comfort. Collaborative team player known for flexibility and reliability, adept at adapting to changing clinical needs. Skilled in IV insertions, patient assessments, and medication administration, with focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes and supporting healthcare team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infusion Registered Nurse
Ellis Hospital
06.2016 - Current
- Perform specialized IV infusions, subcutaneous injections, IM injections, therapeutic phlebotomies
- Demonstrate safe and responsible use of equipment; maintained infection control and safety measures with every single patient contact
- Managed intravenous access devices including troubleshooting issues such as occlusions or infiltration for optimal patient care delivery.
- Promoted infection control measures by diligently following proper hand hygiene protocols and utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Collaborated with pharmacy staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of required medications for efficient patient care provision.
- Provided timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and responses to treatment in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse/Clinic Manager
American Renal Associates
06.2014 - 04.2016
- Performed Hemodialysis treatments as ordered
- Coordinated with other health care professionals to prepare comprehensive care plans
- Clearly communicated with supervisors, health care providers, patients, and family members about patient needs and progress
- Evaluated emergency situations and started appropriate nursing interventions
- Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
Charge Nurse
Fresesius Medical Care
02.2014 - 06.2014
- Responsible for staff supervision and staff assignments
- Performed pre/post assessments and response to treatment
- Facilitated the integration and coordination of care between various health care services
Team Leader
American Mobile Healthcare
11.2013 - 02.2014
- Responsible for all pre/post patient assessments
- Administered medications as ordered
- Collaborated with all members of the Interdisciplinary Team regarding patient treatments and outcomes
Charge Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
02.2013 - 10.2013
- Served as Charge Nurse for 50 chair outpatient dialysis clinic
- Supervised, educated, and assisted with training new staff
- Collaborated with all members of the Interdisciplinary Team regarding patient outcomes
Staff/ Charge Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
10.2012 - 01.2013
- Served as Staff and Charge Nurse for 24 station outpatient dialysis unit
- Supervised direct care staff, provided direct patient care and performed all aspects of the dialysis treatment as needed
- Effectively communicated with other employees and upper management to ensure complete care of dialysis patients
Charge Nurse
Cirrus Medical Staffing
07.2012 - 10.2012
- Served as Charge Nurse for 28 station outpatient dialysis clinic
- Supervised staff of 10
- Collaborated with care team regarding patient care and outcomes
- Collaborated with Interdisciplinary Team regarding patient treatment outcome
Staff Nurse
Foundation Medical Staffing
01.2012 - 07.2012
- Performed all aspects of the hemodialysis treatment
- Administered medications/blood products as ordered
- Built cooperative relationship and rapport with patients and actively sought information to understand issues, needs, and expectations
Acute Hemodialysis Coordinator
Liberty Dialysis
03.2010 - 01.2012
- Supervised staff in the acute inpatient dialysis setting
- Responsible for maintaining staff adherence to hospital standards and company policies
- Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
Hemodialysis Inpatient Registered Nurse
Ellis Hospital
06.2008 - 02.2010
- Performed all aspects of the hemodialysis in treatment area and in the ICU setting
- Administered medications/blood products as ordered
- Collaborated closely with physicians regarding patient treatments and outcomes
Education
Associates in Applied Science -
The Belanger School of Nursing
Schenectady, NY06.2008
Skills
- Central line management
- Peripheral IV insertion
- Vascular access devices
- Patient assessments
- Intravenous therapy
- Electronic medical records
- Appointment scheduling
- Infusion pump operation
- Hydration therapy
- Vital sign collection
- Immunoglobulin therapy
- Blood transfusion
- Venipuncture expertise
- Strong clinical judgment
- Blood draw and sample collection
Certification
American Heart Association BLS Provider, 07/23
Timeline
Infusion Registered Nurse
Ellis Hospital
06.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse/Clinic Manager
American Renal Associates
06.2014 - 04.2016
Charge Nurse
Fresesius Medical Care
02.2014 - 06.2014
Team Leader
American Mobile Healthcare
11.2013 - 02.2014
Charge Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
02.2013 - 10.2013
Staff/ Charge Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
10.2012 - 01.2013
Charge Nurse
Cirrus Medical Staffing
07.2012 - 10.2012
Staff Nurse
Foundation Medical Staffing
01.2012 - 07.2012
Acute Hemodialysis Coordinator
Liberty Dialysis
03.2010 - 01.2012
Hemodialysis Inpatient Registered Nurse
Ellis Hospital
06.2008 - 02.2010
American Heart Association BLS Provider, 07/23
Associates in Applied Science -
The Belanger School of Nursing
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