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Paula Kleyn

@paulakleyn

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Critical care nurse with extensive experience in surgical and ICU settings.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters professional growth and teamwork in critical care.

I am a dedicated critical care nurse with over two years of experience in both multi-specialty surgical/medical intensive care units and neurosurgical ICUs. My journey in nursing has been driven by a commitment to providing exceptional patient care and a desire to expand my skillset within the NYC healthcare system. I have honed my foundational surgical and critical care knowledge through hands-on experience and leadership roles, including serving as a charge nurse and preceptor.

In my previous role as a Transplant Coordinator, I was responsible for evaluating potential organ donors and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal medical management. This experience not only deepened my clinical skills but also reinforced my passion for patient advocacy and education. I am eager to bring my expertise in critical care and my compassionate approach to a dynamic and talented team, where I can continue to grow and contribute meaningfully.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Transplant Coordinator

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LiveOn New York

Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)

Responded to referrals at area hospitals, evaluating potential organ donors for medical suitability and offering donation opportunities to families. Communicated with hospital healthcare teams to determine patient status and collaborated with medical staff to optimize donor management and maximize organ suitability.

UNOS Policies Community Outreach Communication

Circulating OR Nurse/PACU Registered Nurse

Plastic Surgery & Dermatology of NYC

Nov 2023 - Jun 2024 (7 months)

Repositioned patients in the operating room using various surgical positions and maintained sterile fields with aseptic techniques. Counted all surgical instruments, sutures, and sponges upon completion of operations, and monitored surgical patients during and after procedures to ensure positive outcomes.

Aseptic Technique Surgical Assisting PACU Care Patient Repositioning

Neurosurgical ICU RN

New York Presbytarian Hospital/Weill Cornell

Oct 2022 - Nov 2023 (1 year 1 month)

Assisted the surgical ICU team in bedside procedures including intubation, extubation, and line placements, while working with organ procurement specialists. Provided complex post-surgical care and neurotrauma-specific stabilization, including resuscitative care during mass blood transfusions and vasopressor titrations.

ICU Procedures Vasopressor Titration Brain Death Testing

Medical/Surgical ICU RN

Avita Health System- Ontario Hospital

Sep 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 3 months)

Provided complex post-surgical care and resuscitative care during mass blood transfusions and vasopressor titrations for septic and hemodynamically unstable patients. Experienced in caring for patients requiring CRRT/CVVHD.

Resuscitative Care Vasopressor Titration Sepsis Management Hemodynamics

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Ashland University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Nursing

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, gaining foundational knowledge and practical skills essential for a career in healthcare. Focused on patient care, medical procedures, and health management.

Hunter College

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Psychology

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, developing a strong understanding of human behavior and cognitive processes. This education provided a valuable perspective on patient interaction and mental health aspects of care.