Lizmari Pollando
Parlin,New Jersey
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NCC/RN UNIT MANAGER
Long Term Care Rehabilitation Facility
06.2023 - Current
- Conducts patient interview, explains policies and procedures to patient/significant others, reviews patients' chart and answers questions correctly and courteously
- Assesses gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and neurological health status
- Determines mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition and adjusts plan of care, as appropriate
- Provide direct nursing care as necessary
- Works within the framework of the policies, procedures, standards, and philosophy of the Nursing Department
- Assures that comprehensive care and treatment is rendered to resident population, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team in the design, implementation, and evaluation of various programs within the unit
- Develops, implements, and evaluates protocols standards of assigned unit while following the proper approval channels
- Implements the process of progressive counseling and when necessary, recommends or initiates disciplinary action based on facilities and or nursing policies and procedures
- Review and revise care plans and assessment as necessary.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
RN, Float Pool, /MedSurg
Wyckoff Heights Hospital
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Demonstrated advanced clinical skills in managing all aspects of patient care in Med-surg while ensuring smooth patient flow.
- For ventilator and tracheostomy patients, maintained patent airways and displayed expertise in interpreting ABG readings and recognizing arrhythmias.
- Responded effectively in emergency situations, showcasing sound decision-making that contributed to saving patient lives.
- Conducted comprehensive health screenings, including venipuncture, PPD placement, flu vaccinations, EKGs, audiometry, spirometry, and vision assessments.
- Excelled in emergency and urgent situations with accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms.
- Admitted patients and completed thorough admission assessments and medical histories.
- Responded promptly to symptoms or changes in patient status, exercising sound judgment.
- Administered medications and treatments safely and knowledgeably, adhering to nursing and patient care policies regarding medication administration.
- Performed specialized treatment procedures and assisted in diagnostic and therapeutic tasks within the nursing scope of practice and hospital policies.
- Evaluated and documented patient responses to treatments, medications, education, and other nursing interventions, setting measurable and realistic goals.
- Communicated relevant patient information to the head nurse, supervisor, physicians, and other healthcare team members as appropriate.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Excel Urgent Care
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Maintained patient charts and medical records in EMR software
- Assessed vital signs, collected specimens for laboratory testing, monitored intake and output levels, recorded medical history information
- Monitored patient health conditions and scheduled appointments to provide further care
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess complex situations, develop solutions, and implement interventions when needed
- Triaged patients and performed vital checks for patient ow facilitation
- Supported physicians in examinations, procedures, and diagnostic tests
- Prioritized patient needs identified through phone, electronic, and walk-in communication to comply with established guidelines
- Monitored supply inventory for low stock and worked with staff to reorder
- Helped prepare medical instruments and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain University
11.2024
ADN Nursing, RN -
UAGM University
08.2017
Skills
- Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- Electronic medical records
Certification
- BLS
- IV certified
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
RN, Float Pool, /MedSurg
Wyckoff Heights Hospital
10.2023 - 05.2024
NCC/RN UNIT MANAGER
Long Term Care Rehabilitation Facility
06.2023 - Current
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Excel Urgent Care
12.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain University
ADN Nursing, RN -
UAGM University
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