Carmen Cicero-Santalena, RN
Staten Island
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Brooklyn Hospital Center
05.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing consistent high-quality, patient-centered emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, intravenous, and intramuscular injections.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications via various routes including PO, IV, IM, SQ, Rectal, PEG Tube.
- Carried out various nursing skills such as successfully drawing labs, administering blood transfusions, inserting IV lines, managing patients with chest tubes, ostomy care, wound care, trachs and effectively managed patients on mechanical ventilation.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, dosages, and adhering to the established rights of medication administration.
- Documented treatments delivered, patient assessments, interventions, vital signs, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments to monitor patients' status.
- Responded and carried out codes quickly and efficiently to improve patient outcomes.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively as a team with all healthcare staff to organize and provide optimal patient care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent patient information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
- Participated in continuous education programs to stay updated with latest nursing practices.
- Ensured patient safety and minimized infection risk with strict adherence to hygiene protocols.
- Assisted in training and mentoring of new nursing staff, ensuring high standards of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Managed medical records and patient information with utmost confidentiality, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Clerical Service Associate
Brooklyn Hospital Center
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Increased patient satisfaction through prompt response to phone calls, emails, and requests.
- Updated patient charts using Sunrise Allscripts EMR.
- Contributed to a positive environment by greeting patients, and addressing concerns.
- Coordinated transportation for discharged patients through insurance alongside other care coordinators.
Cardiovascular Technologist
Brooklyn Hospital Center
05.2016 - 10.2019
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment by following proper sterilization procedures for instruments used in invasive cardiac testing.
- Donned/doffed sterile attire and set up sterile field prior to start of procedure.
- Reduced procedure time for patients by efficiently preparing and maintaining equipment.
- Recorded hemodynamic data for physician during diagnostic cardiac catheterization utilizing GE Innova imaging equipment and Philips XPER.
- Reduced patient anxiety by providing compassionate care and support during cardiac diagnostic procedures.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to established protocols and guidelines during invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Raritan Bay Medical Center
06.2015 - 04.2016
- Contributed to accurate diagnoses by providing high-quality echocardiogram images.
- Optimized exam room organization, allowing for seamless transitions between patients.
- Operated various ultrasound machines such as GE Vivid e9, GE Vivid I, Philips iE33 and iU22.
- Assisted cardiologists with transesophageal echocardiogram procedures and stress-tests.
- Performed advanced ultrasound techniques such as Doppler and bubble imaging studies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY01-2022
Accomplishments
DAISY Award: February 2023
Whitney Anne Buckholz Excellence in Nursing Award: May 2023
Certification
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Additional Information
Richmond University Medical Center Nursing Externship: Completed 10/2021
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Brooklyn Hospital Center
05.2022 - Current
Clerical Service Associate
Brooklyn Hospital Center
11.2019 - 04.2022
Cardiovascular Technologist
Brooklyn Hospital Center
05.2016 - 10.2019
Registered Cardiac Sonographer
Raritan Bay Medical Center
06.2015 - 04.2016
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
College of Staten Island
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