Bilingual Adult Nurse Practitioner promoting preventive health solutions and wellness programs. Offering more than two years of diagnosing diseases and performing in-depth examinations. Considered a strong advocate for patient safety and well-being.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pulmonary Advance Practice Nurse
St. Joseph's Health
01.2022 - Current
Collaborated with pulmonologists to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Preform and analyze lab tests and imaging to diagnose and develop treatment plans.
Population focus/management: Asthma, COPD, emphysema lung nodules, lung cancer screening, smoking cessation, ILD, sleep apnea.
Utilized electronic health records systems effectively for accurate data entry, retrieval, and communication among healthcare team members.
Educated patients about prescribed medications proper use and potential side effects for increased adherence rates and safety measures taken into account.
ICU Staff RN
St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center
06.2008 - 01.2021
Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Resource Nurse
St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center
06.2013 - 01.2015
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
Acted as a liaison between the nursing department and hospital administration, contributing to effective communication and decision-making processes.
Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams during care plan meetings, ensuring comprehensive approaches to patient care were developed and implemented effectively.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Stepdown Staff RN
St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center
06.2005 - 01.2008
Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.
Education
M.S.N -
William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ
05.2021
B.S.N -
College of Saint Elizabeth
Morristown, NJ
01.2013
A.A.S -
Passaic County Community College
Paterson, NJ
01.2000
Skills
Asthma Management
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Chronic Disease Management
Vaccination schedule knowledge
Allergy testing and treatment
Team Coordination
Certification
Advance Practice Nurse, 26NJ01210100, 05/31/2025, NJ