CANDIDA MONTALVO
Yonkers
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Radiology
New York Presbyterian
09.2022 - Current
- Facilitated CT, MRI, and Nuclear Medicine procedures to ensure efficient workflow and patient comfort.
- Conducted pre/post-procedure assessments and coordinated patient care plans in radiology settings to enhance patient outcomes.
- Conducted patient screening & safety checks for allergies, metal implants, pacemakers, and other contraindications.
- Performed point of care functions, monitored patient for safety, started IV lines, and medication administration.
- Monitored patient sedation and device cases, administered pain and anxiety medications, and supported technologists with imaging equipment during scans to ensure safety and quality of care.
- Educated patients on procedures, recovery, and discharge enhancing department satisfaction scores.
Medical Surgical
New York Presbyterian
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Delivered direct patient care in fast-paced medical-surgical unit, ensuring timely interventions and support for diverse patient needs.
- Administered wound care and dressing changes, including PICCs and midlines, trach and PEG care, Foley insertion, blood transfusions, and monitored patient responses, enhancing patient safety and recovery outcomes.
- Supervised nursing staff in medical unit, fostering teamwork and maintaining high standards of patient care.
PACU
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Monitored patient recovery in post-anesthesia care, maintained airway, oxygenation, bleeding, vital signs, pain control, and responded to changes in patient condition.
- Performed assessments on patients requiring anesthesia, sedation, and recovery care to ensure safe and effective recovery.
- Collaborated with surgical team to facilitate seamless patient transitions and enhance overall care continuity.
- Educated patients and families on recovery processes and discharge instructions to promote understanding and compliance.
Medical Surgical
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Changed PICC/midline dressings, performed wound care, inserted catheters, started IVs, provided PEG/trach care, conducted blood draws and transfusions, and monitored I/O and V/S.
- Administered medications and treatments according to protocols, ensuring alignment with patient needs.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, devised care plans, modified care solutions, and provided patient support.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, medication regimens, and pain management techniques to promote better health outcomes.
Medical Surgical
Bronx Care Health System
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Administered medications and executed point of care interventions according to protocols, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans, ensuring continuity of care.
- Delivered individualized care to patients with complex diagnoses, improving overall patient satisfaction.
Emergency Room
Bronx Care Health System
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Conducted initial assessments and delivered direct patient care in a high-pressure emergency room, ensuring timely treatment for critical cases.
- Evaluated patient conditions in emergency room to prioritize care based on severity, optimizing response to urgent needs.
- Applied critical thinking skills to assess emergent conditions and initiated appropriate interventions, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CUNY Lehman College
Bronx, New York01-2016
Skills
- Radiology procedures
- Radiation safety
- IV therapy
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments
- Safety checks
- Emergency response
- Patient care management
Certification
- RN License, 722559
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
References
References upon request
Timeline
General Radiology
New York Presbyterian
09.2022 - Current
Medical Surgical
New York Presbyterian
05.2021 - 08.2022
PACU
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
08.2019 - 04.2021
Medical Surgical
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
07.2018 - 08.2019
Medical Surgical
Bronx Care Health System
01.2018 - 06.2018
Emergency Room
Bronx Care Health System
01.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CUNY Lehman College