Valerie Casey

• Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
• Assisted nursing staff in infection prevention by monitoring incubator changes and adhering to cleaning protocols.
• Provided comfort to infants utilizing their non-verbal communication.
• Ensured unit was well maintained, bedside carts and rooms supplied, and adequate equipment available on the unit.
• Assisted with cares of the infant by feeding stable infants, preforming diaper changes, clothing changes and assisting with baths.

• Assisted in the orientation of new Patient Care Nursing Assistants, sharing best practices for efficient provision of quality patient care.
• Supported nursing staff by accurately obtaining and recording vital signs, promptly notifying nurses of any abnormal results.
• Demonstrated adaptability under pressure while working in a high-stress environment with unpredictable situations arising throughout each shift.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and addressing their individual needs.

Orthopedics Post-Operative Care (Eisenberg 82/92) - 30 hours

• Took patient vital signs, prepared and administered medications at physician direction and monitored patient symptoms and comfortability.
• Educated patients and caregivers on nature of diagnosis and specifics of treatment plans.
• Developed and implemented individual plans of care in collaboration with members of healthcare team to promote patient and family centered care in healing environment.
• Provided emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult recoveries from orthopedic surgeries or injuries.

Operating Room Ambulatory Nurse (OMC)- 8 hours

• Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.

Cardiac PCU (Nasseff Tower 5) - 50 hours

• Assisted in treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease and cardiac dysrhythmia.
• Delivered high-quality pre-and post-operative care to patients undergoing a variety of cardiovascular interventions.
• Educated patients on lifestyle modifications and medication management to promote long-term heart health.

Neurology General Care (Domitilla 4) - 50 hours

• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

Mental Health Nursing (Generose 1W, 2E,3W)- 28 hours

• Established rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through empathic listening and culturally sensitive communication practices.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Provided crisis intervention services during psychiatric emergencies, ensuring patient safety through effective de-escalation techniques.
• Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans focused on mental health needs.

Labor and Delivery (Eisenberg 3)- 5 hours

• Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
• Provided support to patient and family members during the labor process.

Post-Partum (Eisenberg 3)- 28 hours

• Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
• Monitored post-partum mothers for complications.
• Educated caregivers on the care of their infant.

ENT/Urology Oncology (Francis 6)- 84 hours

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
• Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining proper sanitation procedures.
• Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.

General Trauma (Francis 4)- 20 hours to be completed 12/2024

General Pediatrics (Francis 3) - 20 hours to be completed 12/2024

Neonatology Capstone (Mary Brigh 3)- 72 hours to be completed 12/2024

Emergency Department (Mary Brigh 1)- 7 hours to be completed 12/2024