Alice Garcia
South Ozone Park,NEW YORK
Summary
I am a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. I have proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle complex patients and high-stress situations. Furthermore, consistently develop strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude, and excellent customer service. Also, comprehensive patient care should be implemented in outpatient environments. I work well with diverse patient populations and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. I efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. I believe it is essential to provide individualized patient care constantly, and I am committed to delivering the best care through effective education and evidence-based practice. I also aim to increase and enhance patient care and satisfaction by always following safety protocols and evidence-based training for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Wyckoff Heights Medical Hospital
08.2014 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for all patients.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Medical Surgical Unit
Wyckoff Heights Medical Center
07.2011 - 08.2014
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across the night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in teamwork, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY05.2023
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
New York City College of Technology of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY05.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
LaGuardia Community College of The City University of New York
Long Island City, NY12.2010
High School Diploma -
Grover Cleveland High School
Ridgewood, NY07.1989
Skills
- Infection control
- Pre-and Post-Procedure Care
- Advanced Endoscopy Techniques
- Pain Management Strategies
- Team collaboration abilities
- Medical chart documentation
- Gastrointestinal anatomy knowledge
- Biopsy specimen handling
- Endoscopic equipment operation
- Emergency response readiness
- IV insertion and management
- Patient Positioning Techniques
- Vitals monitoring
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Documentation
- Cardiac monitors
- Effective Communication
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- LPN -License Practical Nurse
- RN - Registered Nurse
- Nurse Educator
- Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Wyckoff Heights Medical Hospital
08.2014 - Current
Medical Surgical Unit
Wyckoff Heights Medical Center
07.2011 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Long Island University
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Long Island University
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
New York City College of Technology of The City University of New York
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
LaGuardia Community College of The City University of New York
High School Diploma -
Grover Cleveland High School