Tracy Miconi
Holley,NY
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at The Brightonian, recognized for implementing evidence-based fall prevention strategies that significantly reduced patient falls. Skilled in wound care and patient education, I excel in fostering relationships and enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and strong clinical judgment. Committed to continuous improvement and quality patient outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Brightonian
07.2025 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Registered Nurse
Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport
05.2000 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring safety and comfort during daily activities.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to assess patient health status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety standards.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices and procedures.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, increasing overall patient satisfaction ratings.
- Managed complex patient cases, coordinating resources for optimal outcomes.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Highland Hospital
02.2005 - 01.2008
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a fast-paced medical-surgical environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing clinical skills across the unit.
- Streamlined admission and discharge processes, improving patient flow and satisfaction ratings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Managed caseload of [Number] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and making recommendations for process enhancements.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY01-2005
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Wound care
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Licensed RN
- Critical care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Vaccine administration
- Chart updating
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Brightonian
07.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Highland Hospital
02.2005 - 01.2008
Registered Nurse
Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport
05.2000 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Monroe Community College