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Arielle Ruggiero

Bridgewater,United States

Summary

Compassionate and versatile Registered Nurse (BSN) with 14 years of continuous experience including specialty experience which includes Infusion, as well as Emergent & Acute Care. Proven expertise in building good rapport and trust with patients of diverse backgrounds and health needs by providing competent care both in the hospital and the home setting.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Nurse I - Emergency Room

Boston Children's Hospital
10.2023 - Current
  • Fast-paced, Level 1 Trauma Center with patients with trauma-related, surgical, and medical illness of varying levels of acuity and complexity.
  • Ability to work in collaboration with emergency medicine physicians, nurses, mid-level providers, and administrative staff.
  • Demonstrated expertise in employing strong analytical skills to address intricate issues through the application of clinical, scientific, and technical principles as well as extensive cross-functional experience-based knowledge.
  • Excellent communication skills and patient rapport.
  • Facilitate communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
  • Provide education to patients regarding disease prevention and home care instructions.
  • Provide emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.

General Manager, Expert IV Nurse

Live Revitalized, LLC
03.2020 - Current
  • Operated and managed a successful nurse run business.
  • Certified in Neurotoxins, Dermal Fillers, IM injections, and IV Vitamin Therapy.
  • Manage day-to-day operations, including scheduling and payment, all while providing exemplary customer service.

Specialty Infusion Case Manager

CVS
08.2020 - 10.2023
  • Delivered crucial home healthcare services by infusing diverse complex medications including IVIG, enzyme replacement therapy (ERT), TPN, steroids, MOABs (Monoclonal Antibodies), Radicava and Chemo
  • Demonstrated strong critical thinking abilities and effective time management skills
  • Excelled in high-pressure work environments
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills.
  • Superior IV skills, able to place PIV in complex patients, expertise in management of CVC and ports.

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Steward Home Care
10.2012 - 06.2022
  • Provide excellent nursing care to patients and their families in the home setting, which is achieved through superior assessment and communication skills.
  • Successfully oversaw a diverse caseload encompassing 24-32 patients.
  • Worked alongside physicians and interdisciplinary team to guarantee safe, effective care resulting in optimal patient outcomes.
  • Proven track record of successfully working autonomously by efficiently managing time.

Staff IV & Infusion Nurse

New England Life Care
10.2018 - 08.2020
  • Provided comprehensive in-home care to patients from various demographics undergoing home infusions such as biologic's, antibiotics, steroids, TPN and fluids
  • Knowledge of medical pumps: Cadd Prizm, Vista, Infinity, Joey, and Central Lines: Port, PICC, Midline, and CVC. Care includes troubleshooting, Alteplase, weekly dressing change, and labs.
  • Proficient in PIV insertion and removal.
  • Responsible for building good rapport with patients by making them feel safe and comfortable while receiving care in the home.

Triage Nurse

Steward Home Care
07.2013 - 07.2015
  • Handled after-hour calls utilizing clinical and nursing judgement to determine the urgency of each call and promptly decide whether immediate attention by emergency personnel was necessary, a nurse's visit was warranted, or if phone support could suffice.
  • Exhibited ability to rely on sound nursing judgment while working autonomously.
  • Assessed patients' health condition and determined the level of care needed.

Registered Nurse II

New England Sinai Hospital
09.2010 - 10.2012
  • Served as Charge nurse on an Acute Respiratory/Acute Transplant Rehabilitation Unit at a 200-bed hospital.
  • Provided critical care for patients with complex comorbidities, including respiratory illnesses, leading to tracheotomies and mechanical ventilation.
  • Managed medical emergencies and served as a crucial member of the rapid response team whenever necessary
  • Delivered assistance and guidance in promoting health to patients and families.
  • Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.

Education

BSN in Nursing -

Umass Boston
Boston, MA
05.2012

AD in Nursing -

Massasoit Community College
Brockton, MA
05.2010

BS in Criminal Justice -

Bridgewater State College
Bridgewater, MA
05.2004

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Infusion
  • Case Management
  • Patient Education
  • Home Health Care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Pediatric nursing
  • Emergency Care
  • Blood Transfusion Administration
  • Epic
  • Venipuncture Expertise

Certification

  • RN2266504 7/210 - 7/2024
  • BLS 5/2026

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Staff Nurse I - Emergency Room

Boston Children's Hospital
10.2023 - Current

Specialty Infusion Case Manager

CVS
08.2020 - 10.2023

General Manager, Expert IV Nurse

Live Revitalized, LLC
03.2020 - Current

Staff IV & Infusion Nurse

New England Life Care
10.2018 - 08.2020

Triage Nurse

Steward Home Care
07.2013 - 07.2015

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Steward Home Care
10.2012 - 06.2022

Registered Nurse II

New England Sinai Hospital
09.2010 - 10.2012

BSN in Nursing -

Umass Boston

AD in Nursing -

Massasoit Community College

BS in Criminal Justice -

Bridgewater State College
Arielle Ruggiero