Carmen Nivar
Elizabeth,New Jersey
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate ER nurse with 2+ years of experience providing high-quality patient care in fast-paced emergency settings, with a passion for providing quality patient care. I am seeking a challenging role and transitioning into an insurance company where I can utilize my aptitude in patient care, to ensure that patients receive the most appropriate and cost-effective care. Including, expand my knowledge of healthcare operations. My goal is to contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the healthcare system while continuing to make a positive impact on patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Atlantic Medical Center At Overlook Hospital
12.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Nurse Vaccinator
Affiliated Physicians
10.2021 - Current
- Provided COVID testing and vaccinations of both FLU/COVID to employees within different organizations
- Perform accurate documentation, and handling of patient consent forms in compliance with regulatory standards
- Promote a safe, and clean environment throughout shift
- Meet with patient5s to discuss and distribute information on health maintenance and disease prevention
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
Registered Nurse
JFK Medical Center-Hackensack, Meridian health
05.2021 - Current
- Apply expertise in prompt patient arrival at the ER during initial phases of acute illness or trauma
- Collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to ensure effective patient care
- Providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families
- Precepted assigned team members.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
01.2008 - 06.2021
- Promoted to train new pharmacy technicians
- Responsible for processing prescriptions
- In charge of executing inventory
- Manage cash at register
- Accurate medication dispensing and dosage including administering COVID vaccine.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Chamberlain University
North Brunswick, NJ12.2022
Associate of Science -
Union County College
Cranford, NJ01.2021
Diploma of Nursing -
JFK Muhlenberg Harold B. & Dorothy A. Snyder School of Nursing
Plainfield, NJ12.2020
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Decision making
- Patient assessment
- Time management
- Leadership
- Teamwork
Licensure And Certification
- Registered Nurse (2021)
- Diploma of Nursing (Jan 2021)
- ACLS/BLS/PALS Certified
- Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (2009)
- CPR Certified (08/2018)
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Atlantic Medical Center At Overlook Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Nurse Vaccinator
Affiliated Physicians
10.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
JFK Medical Center-Hackensack, Meridian health
05.2021 - Current
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
01.2008 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science -
Union County College
Diploma of Nursing -
JFK Muhlenberg Harold B. & Dorothy A. Snyder School of Nursing
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