Tyler Cerajewski, BSN, RN
Portage,IN
Summary
Substantial experience with managing OTPs and adhering to State and Federal regulations. Experienced with nursing supervision, patient care coordination, and team leadership. Utilizes strong organizational skills and clinical expertise to ensure optimal patient outcomes and staff performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Supervisor, Recovery Center
Porter-Starke Services, Inc.
02.2020 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff in both Valparaiso and La Porte locations, ensuring adherence to best practices and compliance with DMHA, DEA, CARF, and Pharmacy Board regulations.
- Collaborated with Medical Directors, Program Directors, counseling staff, and nurses to facilitate successful methadone treatment for our patients.
- Coordinated with outside agencies, jails, and other OTPs to provide methadone services concurrently for our patients.
- Interviewed nursing staff candidates and assisted in training them in Methasoft, Streamline, and the use of the Indiana Central Registry.
- Conducted monthly nursing staff meetings to discuss pertinent policy changes, state regulations, and complex patient cases.
- Organized and led weekly clinic staffing meetings in Valparaiso.
- Experience managing and participating in several audits and reviews by DMHA, DEA, Pharmacy Board, and CARF in both the Valparaiso and La Porte OTPs.
Registered Nurse, Recovery Center Valparaiso
Porter-Starke Services, Inc.
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Administered methadone and take-home medication doses to up to 160 patients per day.
- Provided education to patients regarding methadone, Suboxone, and Vivitrol-based treatment.
- Completed intake and annual assessments with patients new to MAT services.
- Maintained and organized methadone inventory in accordance with the DEA's diversion control regulations.
- Collaborated with other nursing staff members, counselors, and program directors to facilitate positive patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Care Center
Porter-Starke Services, Inc.
08.2017 - 11.2018
- Administered medications to patients suffering from a variety of psychiatric illnesses.
- Monitored the patient's vital signs, identifying changes in condition, and implementing appropriate interventions while on the ICC.
- Completed detailed psychiatric nursing assessments with patients arriving from the surrounding community.
- Communicated and reported patient needs, history, and behaviors to day-shift staff.
- Assisted in transferring patients to higher-level care facilities safely.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Step Down
La Porte Hospital
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols and self-care practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Science of Nursing
Purdue University North Central
Westville, IN05-2016
Skills
- Physical and psychological evaluations
- Customer service
- Nursing staff management
- Planning and scheduling
- Clinical judgment
- Medication administration
- Conflict resolution
- Quality improvement
- Crisis management
- CPR certified
- CPI certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse Supervisor, Recovery Center
Porter-Starke Services, Inc.
02.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Recovery Center Valparaiso
Porter-Starke Services, Inc.
12.2018 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Care Center
Porter-Starke Services, Inc.
08.2017 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Step Down
La Porte Hospital
05.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Science of Nursing
Purdue University North Central