Tony Piastowski
Registered Nurse
Franklin,WI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (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.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
References-
Alexis McAllister RN (920)-495-5534
(amcallister1212@gmail.com)
Ashley Jentsch CNA (262)-344-2502 (ashleymjentsch@hotmail.com)
Timothy Goetz RN
(Timothy.Goetz@aah.org)
Current nursing supervisor Jaime Herbert
(Jaime.Herbert@aah.org)
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center Inpatient Rehab
04.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient care quality and outcomes.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols, procedures, and best practices in patient care.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Registered Nurse
Milwaukee Rehab Hospital
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Reduced medication errors by implementing a thorough double-check system and providing ongoing education for staff members.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Oversaw quality assurance initiatives to identify areas of improvement within the department and implement corrective action plans accordingly.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular coaching, training, and performance evaluations.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse
Aurora Sinai Medical Center
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aurora Sinai Medical Center
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Resident Assistant
Elizabeth Residence Senior Care
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Attended, participated and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
- Created and implemented social, educational and recreational programs for residents.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Bryant And Stratton College
Wauwatosa, WI 09.2019 - 04.2021
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
Medication Administration
Neurology awareness
Diabetes and nutrition education
IV setup
Patient discharge
Critical care
Chronic disease management
Foley catheters
Infection control measures
Patient Assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center Inpatient Rehab
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Milwaukee Rehab Hospital
10.2022 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Aurora Sinai Medical Center
07.2021 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aurora Sinai Medical Center
09.2020 - 07.2021
Resident Assistant
Elizabeth Residence Senior Care
09.2019 - 09.2020
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Bryant And Stratton College
09.2019 - 04.2021