Allison Wojtkielewicz
Philadelphia
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE-Procedural
Penn Medicine
07.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety during endoscopic procedures.
- Assisted in pre-procedural assessments and post-procedural care for optimal patient outcomes
- Monitored vital signs and sedation levels, responding promptly to any changes in condition.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care, increasing adherence to discharge instructions and promoting overall well-being.
- Managed sedation administration for optimal pain relief during clinical sessions while monitoring vital signs closely.
- Conducted comprehensive pre-procedure assessments encompassing detailed history taking and physical examinations to identify potential contraindications.
- Maintained a sterile environment, adhering to infection control guidelines and reducing the risk of cross contamination.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
REGISTERED NURSE-PACU
Redeemer Health
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed postoperative patient care, ensuring safety and comfort in recovery environment.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to assess patient conditions effectively.
- Educated patients and families on post-anesthesia care and recovery expectations.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to optimize recovery protocols and discharge planning.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify potential complications during recovery phase.
- Advocated for patient needs, maintaining high standards of care and communication throughout recovery process.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and regulatory guidelines.
REGISTERED NURSE-CARDIAC STEPDOWN
Jefferson Health
09.2020 - 10.2022
- Monitored vital signs as part of ongoing assessment process.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, medications, nutrition requirements, pain management strategies.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss current plan of care for each assigned patient.
- Consulted and coordinated with health care team members to assess and evaluate patient care plans.
- Prepared patients for examinations, operations, and treatments and assisted during procedures.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored for reactions or side effects.
Registered Nurse
Ashfield Engage
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, enhancing understanding of treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Phone Triage
- Answered questions from patients in portal
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Gwynedd Mercy University
05-2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
Certification
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE-Procedural
Penn Medicine
07.2024 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE-PACU
Redeemer Health
09.2022 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
Ashfield Engage
10.2020 - 11.2021
REGISTERED NURSE-CARDIAC STEPDOWN
Jefferson Health
09.2020 - 10.2022
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Gwynedd Mercy University