Stephen Komorowski
East Stroudsburg
Summary
Highly motivated nurse who has demonstrated leadership and management in recovery settings. I have experience as a charge nurse and have encouraged myself and others to set higher standards for patient care. Responsive, adaptive, and diligent worker who performs tasks to standards, and strives to exceed them. My dedication to the nursing profession, prospective employers, and patients is the backbone of my career, where patients are the ultimate benefactors of.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Pocono Mountain Recovery Center
Henryville
04.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses at recovery center.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and recovery processes.
- Conducted health assessments to identify patient needs and concerns.
- Assisted in crisis interventions to ensure patient safety and stability.
- Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices and protocols.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient vital signs, medical history and physical condition.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Instructed new nurses on proper techniques for providing patient care.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
RN Charge Nurse
Pyramid-Hillside
East Stroudsburg
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and protocols.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to healthcare teams.
- Provided patient education on treatments and health management plans.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Trained new nursing staff on clinical procedures and best practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Trained new nurses on operational procedures and best practices.
- Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
RN-Graduate
Sacred Heart
Allentown
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Administered intravenous medications and fluids to patients efficiently.
- Assessed patient wounds for proper treatment and healing progression.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
NCC
Bethlehem, PASkills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Crisis intervention
- Care coordination
- Care plan development
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Mental health care
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Pocono Mountain Recovery Center
04.2022 - Current
RN Charge Nurse
Pyramid-Hillside
03.2021 - 04.2022
RN-Graduate
Sacred Heart
01.2021 - 04.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
NCC