Janet Kovach
Monroeville
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience as a Psychiatric Nurse, excelling in crisis intervention and patient advocacy. Proven ability to conduct thorough assessments, and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Recognized for leadership as a charge nurse, mentoring new staff, and enhancing patient care coordination, ensuring safety and stability for at-risk patients.
Skilled in high-stress environments, and the ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UPMC-WPIC
Pittsburgh
01.1986 - 04.2018
- Provided patient care and support in diverse mental health settings.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses consistently.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient conditions and needs effectively.
- Assisted in crisis interventions to ensure patient safety and stability.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Education
Associate of Science - Psychiatric Nursing
St. Margaret School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA05-1985
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Care coordination
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Staff supervision
- Patient care
- Evaluations
- At-risk patient care
- Documentation and charting
Affiliations
I enjoy spending time with family and friends, attending my grandchildren's sporting events, going to craft shows and festivals, cooking and baking as well as time at home with my kitties and alone time on my deck.
Certification
Registered Nurse
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Department of State
Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UPMC-WPIC
01.1986 - 04.2018
Associate of Science - Psychiatric Nursing
St. Margaret School of Nursing