Wendy S. Cramer
Newburg,Pa
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate RN with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully Handle difficult patients and high stress situations, Consistently developing Strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
Wellspan Health
03.2021 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive forensic examinations for sexual assault victims, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and legal teams to provide accurate documentation of findings and evidence collection.
- Delivered trauma-informed care, prioritizing patient comfort and emotional support throughout the examination process.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in forensic nursing and evidence preservation techniques.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
UPMC Pinnacle
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Supervised preoperative assessments and ensured patient readiness for surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in perioperative procedures.
- Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing efficiency in the operating room environment.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a sterile surgical environment.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Emergency room Registered Nurse
UPMC
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Monitor vital signs, conduct physical assessments and evaluate laboratory results for strategic care planning.
- Collaborate with physicians to quickly assess and deliver appropriate Treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary Adjustments to preserve optimal paNove
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
- Administered emergency care, prioritizing patient needs and triaging cases effectively.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient condition for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and available community resources.
- Led initiatives to improve patient flow, reducing wait times in high-volume ER settings.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance quality of care and patient safety standards.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
RN Tele Observation, RN PCU,
Chambersburg Hospital
11.2007 - 04.2022
- Electrocardiogram (EKG) machines to continuously track heart performance
- Analyzing EKG results to establish baselines and spot abnormalities
- Recording EKG results to keep patient information accurate
- Overseeing stress tests to assess patients’ heart function
- Delivering emergency medical care when patients suffer heart attacks or other life-threatening problems
- Overseeing and coordinating the activities of telemetry technicians and other staff in their units
- Administering medications and other treatments ordered by physicians
- Educating patients on lifestyle changes and ongoing treatments prior to discharge from the hospital
- Providing expert forensic nursing consultation
- Collecting blood, tissue, and semen samples and documenting patients’ wounds and/or injuries
- Gathering pertinent evidence from victims and suspects.
- Managing the victim’s emotional trauma and fear.
- Requesting lab tests and interpreting the test results.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Administered patient care and medication in compliance with established protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
LPN Charge Nurse
Shippensburg Health Care Center
11.2003 - 11.2007
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards and protocols.
- Coordinated patient care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Trained and mentored new LPNs, enhancing team skills and service delivery quality.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions and documentation accuracy.
- Facilitated communication among healthcare providers, patients, and families to support continuity of care.
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, New York03.2010
Skills
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
- TCNN Certification
- Resource Nurse
- Communication Skills
- Epic EMR
- Patient Care Assessment
- Telemetry
- EKG Training
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Photographic documentation
- Victim advocacy
- Mandated reporting
- Patient management
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Medication distribution
- Precepting
Timeline
Perioperative Registered Nurse
UPMC Pinnacle
08.2023 - 02.2024
Emergency room Registered Nurse
UPMC
10.2022 - 01.2023
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
Wellspan Health
03.2021 - Current
RN Tele Observation, RN PCU,
Chambersburg Hospital
11.2007 - 04.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Shippensburg Health Care Center
11.2003 - 11.2007
Associates Degree - Nursing
Excelsior College
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