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Christopher Rivera

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Highly motivated registered nurse, experienced in diverse healthcare settings. Well-versed in providing patient-centered care, developing care plans, and delivering quality patient care in accordance with physician orders. Proven track record of success in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based care to diverse patient populations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Pre/Post-Op

Park Slope Gastroenterology
Brooklyn, NY
06.2025 - Current
  • Perform comprehensive pre-operative assessments, including airway risk evaluation, lab review, and patient education on procedure prep.
  • Monitor for and manage post-sedation complications, assessing hemodynamic status, airway stability, and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Maintain the readiness of emergency equipment (AED, suction units, oxygen tanks), and ensure crash cart compliance.
  • Provide discharge education focused on procedures, expected outcomes, and post-operative care instructions.

School Nurse

United Staffing Solutions
Brooklyn, NY
05.2025 - Current
  • Evaluate students with health concerns or injuries to develop a plan of care, or provide a reference to appropriate healthcare providers.
  • Administer medications and treatments according to district protocols.
  • Coordinate with families, school personnel, and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
  • Educate students on health topics and healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Maintain accurate health records and documentation for compliance purposes.
  • Respond to medical emergencies, ensuring immediate care and safety.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

New York Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
08.2023 - Current
  • Educate patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Direct management of seven patients concurrently through the provision of bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood; initiate and maintain IV access; and collect diagnostic lab specimens.
  • Utilize EPIC to record patient plan of care considering nursing interventions, diagnoses, and anticipated patient outcomes.
  • Train new nursing staff on unit procedures and best practices.
  • Address life-saving situations according to nursing standards and protocols.

Patient Care Technician, NICU

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Boston, MA
01.2022 - 06.2023
  • Executed and recorded comprehensive nursing head-to-toe assessments on infants with prematurity, low birth weight, and various health conditions necessitating specialized care.
  • Performed nasogastric tube placements, delivered NG feedings, and facilitated PO bottle feedings.
  • Acquired infant heel sticks for blood glucose testing.
  • Reviewed and documented infant vital signs, overseeing telemetry monitoring.
  • Supported surgical team in performing circumcisions, prioritizing patient well-being.
    Conducted thorough site care to enhance recovery outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Northeastern University
Boston, MA
05-2023

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • IV insertion and maintenance
  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Emergency response and crisis management
  • EPIC, PowerChart, and Metavision
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Languages

Spanish
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, License #892094
  • American Heart Association, BLS for Healthcare Providers

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Pre/Post-Op

Park Slope Gastroenterology
06.2025 - Current

School Nurse

United Staffing Solutions
05.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

New York Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
08.2023 - Current

Patient Care Technician, NICU

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
01.2022 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Northeastern University

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