Compassionate and driven Registered Nurse with neuroscience experience at Massachusetts General Hospital, excelling in neuro-specific patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration. Seeking to expand clinical expertise and further develop skills in a higher-acuity patient care environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital , Lunder 7
Boston, MA
08.2024 - Current
Collaborates with numerous neuroscience teams to establish excellent patient care
Assessment skills including neuro focused exams
Experience with the management of EVDs, Lumbar drains, cranial drains, and other neuro-specific equipment
Management of tracheostomy care
Administers medications and monitors patient responses to treatments
Provides patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness
Applies effective de-escalation strategies and therapeutic communication to support patients experiencing acute stress or behavioral challenges
Patient Care Associate
Massachusetts General Hospital, Lunder 7
Boston, MA
11.2022 - 08.2024
Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and comfort
Communicated regularly with nursing staff regarding changes in patient condition or needs
Trained and mentored new PCAs, providing orientation to unit workflows, patient safety protocols, and clinical skills
Education
College of Nursing and Health Sciences -
University of Massachusetts
Boston, MA
05-2024
Irvine Valley College -
Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA
05-2021
High School Diploma -
Aliso Niguel High School
Aliso Viejo, CA
05-2019
Skills
Medication Administration
Head-to-Toe Examination
Phlebotomy
Neuro-specific equipment management
Tracheostomy care
G-tube care
Proficiency in EPIC
Leadership Experience
De-escalation Techniques
Therapeutic Communication
Building Rapport
Clinical Care Coordination
Patient and family education
Patient advocacy
Unit Involvement
Participating in a team of APPs and RNs to develop a pilot program for neurosurgery interdisciplinary rounds on Lunder 7 and 8
Collaborating with the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to redesign the onboarding program for Patient Care Associates (PCAs) on Lunder 7.
Orienting and training newly hired PCAs through the updated onboarding process.
Certification
Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Volunteer And Leadership
Student Nurses Association, University of Massachusetts Boston, Member, organized campus health initiatives, including collaboration with the ALS Association for the annual Walk to Defeat ALS Boston.
Global Genes Nonprofit Organization, Volunteer, Management and Administrative Assistant (5+ years), collaborated on event organization.
The Best Day Foundation, Volunteer, supported children with special needs by coordinating activities and ensuring safety.
Operation Smile Club, Aliso Niguel High School, Vice President, led meetings, organized support activities, and educated peers about the organization’s efforts to support children with cleft lips and palates.