Victoria Painter
Elizabethtown,Pa
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused, Organized and dependable at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE EDUCATOR, PERIANESTHESIA/ENDOSCOPY/INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGMENT
UPMC LITITZ
11.2021 - 03.2024
- Provided education to department on new procedures and equipment that came into the unit
- Evaluated patient care guidelines and determined areas for improvement and education
- Remained up to date on clinical protocols and protocols within UPMC to serve as information resource to others
- Provided ongoing annual required education and competencies for staff
- Lectured on various topics during courses held for staff and continuously updating to reflect most current best practices
- Organized numerous new staff orientations for the department and collaborated with management on the individual's orientation needs and had as needed check ins to provide support for the orientee
- Provided support to my fellow coworkers at other sites and aided in various needs when able.
REGISTERED NURSE, PERIANESTHESIA/ENDOSCOPY/INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGMENT
UPMC LITITZ
03.2019 - 11.2021
- Cared for patient(s) preoperative, Phase 1 recovery and Phase 2 recovery in a variety of surgical specialties
- Cared for patients pre and post for Endoscopic procedures and Pain Management procedures
- Reviewed medical history and pertinent information in regard to the patient's procedure/surgery
- Monitored vitals, operative site and well-being of patient as well as stabilizing the patient to transition them to the next phase of care
- Reviewing and discussing discharge information/ instructions from the doctor to transition them home
- Educated patient and family on care of surgical incision, medications and any additional information as needed.
REGISTERED NURSE, DAY HOSPTIAL
UPMC PINNACLE LANCASTER
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Staff nurse in the Day hospital, outpatient unit
- Worked along the side of team members from the operating room-Surgeons, anesthesiologist and radiology
- Prepped patient(s) for their scheduled surgery
- Reviewed pertinent information in the medical history and oversaw the perioperative needs of the patient
- Care for the patient post procedure to transition them home
- Reviewed discharge instructions and educated patient and families on post procedure instructions.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UPMC PINNACLE COMMUNITY OSTEOPATHIC HOSPITAL
10.2015 - 03.2018
- Staff nurse who specialized in Spine, Orthopedic and Bariatric post-operative care of patients
- Took role as charge nurse on unit when needed
- Preceptor for new nurses coming onto the floor and was a role model for new hires
- Cared for patient’s incision/operative site as well as their chronic conditions
- Educated patient and family on care of their incision site
- Performed bedside dressing changes and wound vac changes
- Collaborated with physicians, surgeons, case managers, social workers and residents in regards to patients plan of care
- Answered questions of patient and family and educated on care for transition home.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree In Science Of Nursing -
The Pennsylvania State University
05.2016
Associates Degree In Nursing -
The Pennsylvania State University
05.2015
Skills
- RN License
- BLS 10/25
- ACLS 3/25
- PALS 3/25
- BLS Instructor 10/25
- CAPA Certified
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Collaborative nature
- Remarkable interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Compassionate and Empathetic
- Policy Advocacy
References
Reference(s) available upon request
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE EDUCATOR, PERIANESTHESIA/ENDOSCOPY/INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGMENT
UPMC LITITZ
11.2021 - 03.2024
REGISTERED NURSE, PERIANESTHESIA/ENDOSCOPY/INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGMENT
UPMC LITITZ
03.2019 - 11.2021
REGISTERED NURSE, DAY HOSPTIAL
UPMC PINNACLE LANCASTER
03.2018 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UPMC PINNACLE COMMUNITY OSTEOPATHIC HOSPITAL
10.2015 - 03.2018
Bachelor’s Degree In Science Of Nursing -
The Pennsylvania State University
Associates Degree In Nursing -
The Pennsylvania State University
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