Alicia Robinson
Maplewood,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience as an Licensed Practical nurse in sample collection, Trach suctioning and care. I have experience with Peg-tube feeding and care and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families. Operate effectively in fast-paced emergency settings to address concerns with acute and chronic conditions. Good communication, decision-making and prioritization skills useful for assessing and triaging patients to optimize department resource utilization. .
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Manager
Cornell Hall
Union, NJ
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Developed a comprehensive orientation program for new employees in the subacute unit.
- Collaborated with facility leadership teams on projects that affect operational efficiencies within the organization.
- Provided direct supervision of nursing staff within the subacute unit ensuring appropriate levels of care were delivered safely and efficiently.
- Evaluated employee performance on an ongoing basis through observation and feedback sessions.
- Supervised daily operations of the subacute unit including staffing, budgeting, scheduling, quality assurance and improvement initiatives, and regulatory requirements.
- Evaluated employee performance through regular assessments and provided feedback on areas for improvement.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St Barnabas
Livingston, NJ
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered utilizing the electronic medical record system.
- Reviewed laboratory results promptly for accuracy and followed up on abnormal findings with physicians.
- Monitored vital signs and other indicators of patient health status.
Neuro/Ortho Registered Nurse
St Barnabas
Livingston, NJ
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Terrance Cardinal Cooke
East New York, NY
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Harlem Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
New York, NY
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Riverside Rehabilitation Center
New York, NY
03.2016 - 12.2019
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Concourse Rehabilitation
The Bronx, NY
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jersey College
Teterboro, NJ05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
Paramus, NJ07.2015
Skills
- Team Building
- Patient Charting
- Patient Observation
- Caring for Wounds
- Empathetic and Compassionate
- Wound Dressing
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Healthcare Platforms
- Emergency care
- Health promotion
- Cardiac monitoring
- Airway management
- EKG interpretation
- Discharge planning
- Charting and clinical documentation
Certification
- Certified BLS
Timeline
Unit Manager
Cornell Hall
09.2024 - 03.2025
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St Barnabas
02.2024 - 03.2025
Neuro/Ortho Registered Nurse
St Barnabas
10.2022 - 03.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Terrance Cardinal Cooke
03.2021 - 10.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Harlem Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2020 - 01.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Riverside Rehabilitation Center
03.2016 - 12.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Concourse Rehabilitation
01.2012 - 01.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jersey College
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
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