Gina Pilato
Kremmling,CO
Summary
Dedicated Women's Health Nurse from Neighborhood Healthcare, adept in patient care and medication management, significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections. With a knack for time management and collaborative teamwork, I excel in high-stress situations, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. My commitment to continuous professional development and patient education on wellness strategies underscores my holistic approach to healthcare.
Have been retired from nursing since 2013. License is no longer active, for that reason I became a QMAP (Quality Medication Administrative Person) and started working in an assisted living facility. This is where I dispense meds, aide in housekeeping and activities of daily living for residents.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QMAP/Aide
Middlepark Health/Cliffview Assissted Living
03.2021 - 10.2024
- Developed positive rapport with residents by demonstrating genuine empathy, respect, and understanding; created a welcoming atmosphere that encouraged open communication.
- Assisted with the coordination of transportation services for residents attending off-site appointments or activities, ensuring timely pickup and drop-off arrangements.
- Assisted with medication administration under the supervision of a licensed professional, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
- Improved residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.
- Enhanced the residential environment by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized living space for all residents.
- Provided emotional support to residents during times of distress or difficult transition periods, fostering a sense of trust and security within the community.
- Acted as a liaison between residents, families, and staff members to ensure open lines of communication regarding important updates or concerns about resident wellbeing.
- Observed for any signs of physical or mental health decline in residents; promptly reported concerns to appropriate personnel for evaluation and intervention if needed.
- Contributed positively to staff meetings by sharing insights on resident behavior trends, suggesting new strategies for addressing challenges collaboratively as a team when necessary.
- Ensured prompt attention to any maintenance or repair needs within residents'' living spaces, contributing to a comfortable and hazard-free environment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Promoted resident independence by offering guidance and support in performing various tasks such as personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Womens Health Nurse
Neighborhood Healthcare
02.1983 - 10.2013
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Ran nurse clinic for routine visits seeing 5 pts per hour on an 8 hr day.
Education
Nursing Vocation - Vocational-Technical Education
Maric College of Medical Careers
Vista, CA01-1982
Skills
- Time management
- Patient
- Patient care
- Reliability and punctuality
- Problem-solving
- Data entry proficient
- Medication management
- Scheduling appointments
- Cultural sensitivity
- Daily living assistance
- Clear communication
- Active listening
- Collaborative teamwork
- Housekeeping
- Task prioritization
- Document filing
- Conflict resolution
- Record keeping
- Written communication
- Office equipment operation
- Emotional intelligence
- Basic first aid
- Healthcare terminology
- Housekeeping support
- Professional phone etiquette
- Email correspondence
- Training support
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Medications
- Patient charting
- Valid Driver's license
- Prioritizing work
- Documentation and reporting
- Verbal communication
- Medical terminology
- Supply restocking
Accomplishments
Kept up CPR and basic lifr support cerification
Certification
CPR/AED: Adult, Child & Infant &
First Aid (BLS)
Valid until 04/02/2026
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
QMAP/Aide
Middlepark Health/Cliffview Assissted Living
03.2021 - 10.2024
Womens Health Nurse
Neighborhood Healthcare
02.1983 - 10.2013
Nursing Vocation - Vocational-Technical Education
Maric College of Medical Careers
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