Max F. Pianka, Dnp, Fnp-Bc Email & Phone Number

New London/Norwich, Connecticut Area

• Manage the care of patients undergoing procedures including: taking history and physicals, new consultations, pre-op testing, peri-op monitoring, and post-op care.• Perform a variety of procedures including (but not limited to): central venous access [central lines, PICC lines, hickman catethers, dialysis catheters, chest ports], paracentesis, thoracentesis, chest tubes, tunneled pleural catheters, tunneled peritoneal catheters, lymph node biopsies, thyroid biopsies, bone marrow biopsies, lumbar puncture, myelograms, joint arthrograms, steroid joint injections, joint arthrocentesis, gtube exchanges, nephrostomy tube exchanges, etc.• Coordinate daily procedural workflow and triage inpatient consults

Daytona Beach, Florida Area

•Carry out pre-race and post-race inspections (engine, undercar, tires, carburetor, body, steering, electrical, etc.), assess penalties on pit road, communicate between teams, competitors, and officials, and assist in registration•Serve as safety inspector and on-track safety official

• Provide safe, quality care to patients in a fast-pace, 56-bed facility in both Main ED and Fast Track• Perform a variety of procedures including, but not limited to: endotracheal intubation, US-guided IV insertion, nasogastric tubes, incision and drainage, suturing, stapling, etc.• Facility sees 50,000+ patients/year

New London/Norwich, Connecticut Area

• Provide quality, safe care in a fast-pace, 42-bed Level III trauma center• Serve as member of interdisciplinary healthcare teams in providing critical care and performing life-saving interventions• Assist in the care of multiple traumas, cardiac arrests, stroke codes, sexual assaults, conscious sedations, and more

Meriden, Ct

• Provide initial assessment and safe care to stabilize patients in a fast-pace, 56-bed facility• Serve as member of interdisciplinary healthcare teams in providing critical care and performing life-saving interventions• Assist in the care of multiple traumas, cardiac arrests, stroke codes, sexual assaults, conscious sedations, and more

Pendleton Health, Mystic, Ct

• Deliver quality care to geriatric and post-surgical patients on sub-acute unit• Work collaboratively with physicians and specialists to coordinate and meet healthcare objectives• Provide emergency services and assessments in order to plan treatments• Manage central and peripheral catheter IV infusions, and enteral feedings via gastric tubes• Provide care to patients with trachestomies and ventilators • Administer injections, respiratory treatments, and monitor blood glucose levels• Process admission and discharge information including assessment of systems and medication verification

Pfizer Inc., 445 Eastern Point Rd, Groton, Ct 06340

•Developed a master file library for ancillary item creation in Clinicopia to prevent and remediate systematic discrepancies•Initiated and completed global systematic destruction of materials stored externally at vendor sites such as Fischer Scientific•Handled controlled substance, receipt of materials, and inspection of clinical supply involving-Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API)-Ancillary Items-Commercial Products-Controlled Substances-Custom Raw Materials-Drug Product-Drug Product Intermediates-Excipients-Finished Products-Packaging Components-Processing Aids-Solvents•Designed brochures, posters, and videos for Pfizer-Groton's annual learning week presentations and tours to demonstrate the structure and function of Global Inventory Management, PharmSci•Catalogued 11,000 retain samples and marked for destruction based on expiry date of material outlined in SOPs

University Of Connecticut College Of Agriculture, Health, And Natural Resources

•Assisted in evaluation of anaerobically digested dairy fiber (ADDF) as a replacement for peat in potting mixes. •ADDF is the solid byproduct of methane extraction from dairy manure and developing a horticultural use for it could benefit dairy farmers, plant growers, and the environment.•Conducted rapid colormetric determination of nitrate, phosphorus, and ammonium in plant tissue through assays and spectrophotometry•Utilized and maintained greenhouse crops, storage, and equipment as well as outdoor plants and irrigation systems

Uconn College Of Agriculture, Health, And Natural Resources

•Analyze algal role in mastitis and analyzed the resulting tainted milk production•Evaluate plant-derived antimicrobials as inhibitory agents against Prototheca in treatment of bovine mastitis.•Developed many laboratory techniques throughout different stages of projects

North Dining Hall

Stafford Motor Speedway

Weekend position during Summer of 2013, purely for the love and enjoyment of racing.•Buckled drivers (5 point harness w/ Hans Device)•Refueled race cars•Checked tire pressure and filled tires with nitrogen•Changed tires as needed•Provided a comfortable environment for anxious drivers

Middletown, Ct

•Traveled to a different understaffed branch every day to fill role as a float-staff bank teller•Interacted with new customers daily and enhanced communication and networking skills all while developing customer service skills on the job•Enrolled in several banking and finance courses through the bank to further knowledge in finances and investing•Formed relationships with customers and employees at 49 branches throughout Connecticut

14 Clara Drive, Mystic, Ct 06355

•Received orders at the counter, on the phone, and through wire-services (FTD)•Arranged cut flowers, arrangements, balloons, chocolates, giftware, and baskets for display or customer purchase•Conducted routine inventory on gift-ware to maintain proper quantities and identify items for replenishment•Produced seasonal decorative items such as wreaths, cornucopias, and prom flowers •Developed proper plant care skills and techniques

Doctor Of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner

Activities and Societies: Rural Health Scholars

Master Of Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Gpa: 4.0/4.0

Activities and Societies: Rural Health Scholars

Certificate Of Completion, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, 3.73/4.0

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Molecular And Cell Biology; Physiology And Neurobiology, Major Gpa: 3.80

Activities and Societies: United Against Inequities in Disease (UAID), UConn Pre-Medical Society, MEDLIFE, Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Hs Diploma, 4.0 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Palestra; Varsity Ice Hockey, Outdoor Track, and Cross-Country; Groton-Ledyard Rotary; Mystic Aquarium.