Energetic Healthcare and business professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
200
200
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Nurse
Skins Solutions Dermatology
Franklin, TN
02.2022 - Current
Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments. Maintained proper personal sanitation and regularly sterilized equipment.
Taught patients and significant others to manage illness or injury by explaining post-treatment home care needs.
Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients and families.
Modified patient treatment plans according to symptoms, responses and conditions.
Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures and physician orders.
Attended educational workshops and reviewed professional publications to maintain competency in nursing specialty.
Developed and recorded treatment plans as directed by physician.
Prepared patients for examinations, procedures and treatments and assisted healthcare professionals during operations.
Prepared, cared for and disposed of tissue specimens taken for laboratory analysis.
Prepared patients for surgery, including positioning patients on operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
Prepared dressings and bandages and apply and assisted with application following surgery.
Assisted surgical team to scrub and put on gloves, masks and surgical clothing.
Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies and arranging instruments according to physician preferences.
Washed and sterilized equipment using germicides and sterilizers.
Maintained files and records of surgical procedures.
Injected local anesthetics to surgical sites/ spots needing biopsy's.
Skin Cancer surgeries
Suture removals.
Cared for each patient according to care plan and physicians' instructions.
Completed medical facility experience while under supervision of qualified staff.
Completed skilled phlebotomy tasks to obtain needed biological specimens for laboratory testing.
Over 70 patients daily
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
ECW EMR system
Nursing Assistant
Restoration Mens Health
Hauppauge, NY
08.2021 - 02.2022
Checked patient vitals such as temperature and blood pressure. Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms and examination rooms.
Recorded height and weight of patients.
Established special connections with patients through empathy and relationship-building techniques.
Collected blood samples and body fluids to prepare for diagnostic testing.
Gathered information from nurses and physicians about patient condition and treatment plans.
Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability.
Reminded patients to take medications and nutritional supplements.
Collected data regarding patients' diseases, conditions and treatment plans.
Kept patient information confidential to protect organization's value.
Over 80 patients daily.
Collected and prepared nasal-pharyngeal samples for PCR testing of COVID-19 in accordance with standard methods and processes.
Administered required COVID-19 rapid tests and collected specimens using proper swabbing technique.
Injected testosterone into the deltoid/ buttock.
Nursing Assistant
Orthopedic Associates Of Long Island
East Setauket, NY
06.2021 - 08.2021
Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Documented notes during patient visits.
Collected patients blood samples in a safe, sanitary manner for diagnostic testing as a certified phlebotomist.
Prepared patients for X-rays
APRIMA EMR system
HIPPA compliance training
Preformed safe and effective PRP's with the transfer of blood.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Knowledge of the sonogram machine.
HAIR STYLIST - ASSISTANT/ RECEPTIONIST
Cactus Salon and Spa
Stony Brook, NY
08.2017 - 07.2021
Answered telephone calls to provide information and schedule new appointments.
Shampoo and treating client's hair
Manage and organize inventory received on weekly basis
Organize weekly staff schedules for 20 staff members
Perform end-of-day tasks, including opening and closing of register
Close out sheet's
Balancing cash drawer
Customer service experience
Scheduled appointments for clients by booking time slots based on requested services and stylist availability
Welcomed, seated and prepared clients for services by snapping waterproof drape gown in place
Sanitized and arranged scissors, combs, brushes and other styling tools in addition to sweeping and laundry
Suggested, used and marketed appropriate products to clients for skin, nail and hair care to increase company profit
Responded to customer inquiries by phone, email and in person
Maintained updated knowledge of industry products and chemical composition structure and properties.
Prepared clients for hair cuts and styles with soothing shampoo work.
Assisted hair stylists with color work by applying base colors and toners.
Studied advanced techniques to develop proficiency and better serve customers.
Consulted with clients on current trends and offered advice on flattering cuts and styles.
Helped customers select styles for special events such as prom and formal dances.
Consistently received positive performance reviews from guests.
Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
Nanny
Private Individual
Farmingville, NY
09.2015 - 01.2020
Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
Newborn care.
Met children at bus stop to walk home and assist with crossing street.
Studied and researched food allergies to understand requirements for individuals with such conditions.
SALES ASSOCIATE
The Flair House
Fire Island, NY
06.2015 - 08.2015
Managed inventory of clothing and organized shelves
Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices
Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items
Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
Educated associates on market trends and stayed up-to-date on forecasts.
Education
High School Graduate -
Patchogue Medford High School
Certificate in Fashion Design And Merchandising -
Eastern Long Island Academy of Applied Technology
Bellport
Associates of Science - Health Science
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY
CHP) Certified Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
Nassau BOCES Adult & Technical School, State of
Skills
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Timeline
Nurse
Skins Solutions Dermatology
02.2022 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Restoration Mens Health
08.2021 - 02.2022
Nursing Assistant
Orthopedic Associates Of Long Island
06.2021 - 08.2021
HAIR STYLIST - ASSISTANT/ RECEPTIONIST
Cactus Salon and Spa
08.2017 - 07.2021
Nanny
Private Individual
09.2015 - 01.2020
SALES ASSOCIATE
The Flair House
06.2015 - 08.2015
High School Graduate -
Patchogue Medford High School
Certificate in Fashion Design And Merchandising -
Eastern Long Island Academy of Applied Technology
Associates of Science - Health Science
Nassau Community College
CHP) Certified Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
Nassau BOCES Adult & Technical School, State of
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