Tori Poholchuk
Clifton Park
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner graduate student with inpatient registered nurse experience. Master's prepared with comprehensive clinical experience in primary care, pediatrics, and OBGYN. Passionate about health promotion, preventative care, and building strong patient-provider relationships. Recognized as a strong patient advocate, reliable team member, and leadership as a preceptor, mentor, and relief charge nurse.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Saratoga Hospital
Saratoga Springs, NY
08.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy on a fast-paced cardiac unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care protocols.
- Charge nurse & nurse preceptor
Endoscopy RN
St. Peters Surgery & Endoscopy Center
Albany, NY
07.2024 - 09.2025
- Performed pre-procedure assessments to ensure patient readiness and safety.
- Administered conscious sedation under the direct supervision of the provider.
- Monitored vital signs during procedures, ensuring immediate response to changes in patient condition.
- Assisted in biopsies and removals of abnormal growths.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Albany Medical Center Hospital
Albany, NY
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Led nursing staff in daily operations, ensuring adherence to hospital policies and standards.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, improving patient care protocols and safety measures.
- Supervised daily nursing operations to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with hospital protocols.
ICU Nurse
Ellis Hospital
Schenectady, NY
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols in ICU setting.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, responding promptly to changes in condition.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment procedures and post-discharge care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Russell Sage College
Albany05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Siena University
Loudonville, NY05-2023
Skills
- Medication and IV administration, including critical drips
- Direct patient care, education & care planning utilizing evidence based practice
- Patient assessments including complete head to toe assessments for adults and pediatrics, PAP smears, breast exams
- Stroke, Telemetry, BLS/ACLS Certified
- Proficient in Epic and Meditech EHR systems
Achievements
- Inducted into Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing : GPA requirement of 3.5 or greater
- Current GPA 3.94
- Daisy Award Nominee
- Nursing Excellence Award recipient May 2026
Timeline
Endoscopy RN
St. Peters Surgery & Endoscopy Center
07.2024 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse
Saratoga Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager
Albany Medical Center Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2023
ICU Nurse
Ellis Hospital
07.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Nursing
Russell Sage College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Siena University