Work Experience
DAVITA KIDNEY CARE, AKRON OHIO
Dialysis Charge Nurse/Facility Anemia and Infection Control Manager- March 2020-Present
Oversee dialysis technicians and monitor patients throughout treatment
Responsible for proper functioning of dialysis equipment/dialysate testing for proper concentration and safe use for patients
Cannulate arteriovenous fistulas, cannulate grafts, and access central venous catheter ports for dialysis and draw laboratory results from dialysis accesses.
Prepare/administer medications for dialysis
Perform nursing assessments for all patients before and after dialysis treatment
Collaborate and round with physicians, dieticians, and social workers
Educate patients and families regarding dialysis theory and treatment regimen
Conduct monthly infection control audits, monitor patient and teammate vaccinations, and educate patients and staff on infection control protocols
Monitor hemoglobin and iron levels on all patients bimonthly, collaborate with physician on medication adjustments, and evaluate medication adjustments as needed.
Patient documentation: Snappy and Falcon
AKRON CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL, AKRON, OHIO
Registered Nurse – PICU, July 2019-March 2020
Provided safe nursing care
Ventilator care, arterial lines, CVP monitoring, tube feedings, IV starts, post-operative heart patients, chest tubes, patient/family education, EVD/ICP monitoring, foley care, wound care
Collaborated with respiratory therapists, nurses, nurse practitioners, residents, physicians, pharmacists, and palliative care
Advocated for patient and families
Patient documentation: EPIC
AKRON CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL, AKRON, OHIO
Nurse Technician – Emergency Department, August 2018-May 2019
Maintained a safe and comfortable environment for each patient and family
Performed EKGs, vital signs, lab draws, and documentation
Alerted ED staff of changes in patient conditions
Monitored behavioral health patients
AKRON CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL, AKRON, OHIO
Ascend Intern – Emergency Department, May 2018-August 2018
Built rapport with patient and patient families/support systems
Coordinated with hospital staff to develop plans of care
VILLAGE OF ST. EDWARDS, AKRON, OHIO
State Tested Nursing Assistant – Nursing Home, April 2015-April 2018
Provided companionship to elderly/developmentally disabled residents
Maintained the safety, respect, and dignity of residents
BOB EVANS, WADSWORTH, OHIO
Hostess – Restaurant, May 2013-April 2015
Greeted guests and communicated wait times
Provided friendly and courteous service to all guests
Education
WADSWORTH HIGH SCHOOL, WADSWORTH, OHIO
High school diploma, May 2015
MALONE UNIVERSITY, CANTON, OHIO
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, May 2019
MALONE UNIVERISTY, CANTON, OHIO
Master of Science in Nursing, August 2022
Clinical Experience
OBGYN Community Health Care- Barberton, Ohio - July 2022-August 2022
Wadsworth Pediatrics - Wadsworth, Ohio - May 2022-June 2022
Community Health Care - Canal Fulton, Ohio - January 2022-April 2022
Aultman Dunlap Family Physicians- Orville, Ohio - September 2021-April 2022
Akron City Hospital - Akron, Ohio - August 2018 - May 2019
Akron General Hospital - Akron, Ohio - August 2017-May 2018
Credentials, Licenses & Registrations
State Board of Nursing License: RN.463230
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification- expires March 2023
Awards and Honors
Summa Cum Laude- Malone University- May 2022
Magna Cum Laude- Malone University- May 2019
Carol Jenkins Nursing Scholarship- Columbus Foundation- May 2021
Dean's List- Malone University- 2015-2019, 2020-2022
Professional Memberships & Affiliations
Graduate Nursing Student Academy (GNSA) – January 2022-Present
Inductee and Member- Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society- November 2018
Alpha Si Omega/Honor Society for Collegiate Theatre- August 2015-May 2019
Extracurricular Participation & Projects
Research poster presentation- Eberhardt, M. & Jernagin, A.- Hemodialysis Compliance with Integration of CBT Education: A collaboration effort in master level nursing, Sigma Theta Tau-Malone University- April 23, 2022
Guest lecture at Malone University to Critical Care BSN graduate students: “Hemodialysis”-March 16, 2022
Research poster presentation- Eberhardt, M., Cary, B., Ball, K., & Schafer, E.- Body Image in Adolescents- A collaboration effort in senior level nursing, Sigma Theta Tau-Malone University- April 19, 2019
Cross-cultural experience in Guatemala- March 2018
Worship Leader/Music Director: May 2014-September 2019
Summa Barberton Hospital ED Volunteer-May 2014-August 2014
Advancement to Nursing Program at Barberton High School - August 2013-May 2015
References
Christina Fratena, MSN, APRN, PMHCNS-BC
Clinical Instructor of Nursing
15550 Durstine Road Dundee, OH, 44624
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Tiffany Schenkenberger, BSN RN
Facility Administrator at DaVita Kidney Care
825 Indian Trail Akron, OH, 44314
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Lora L. Wyss, PhD, APRN-CNS, LSN
Professor of Nursing & Director of Community & Cross-Cultural Engagement
5765 Eastview Street Louisville, OH, 44641
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