Cleopatra Palata
Mount Vernon,NY
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with experience in medical-surgical, behavioral health, postpartum, and community nursing settings. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to delivering safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Montefiore Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and ongoing monitoring
- Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans
- Administer medications and provide patient education
- Provide tracheostomy, catheter, and ostomy care
- Perform wound care and dressing changes
- Advocate for patients and support clinical decision-making
- Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Maintain accurate documentation using EMR systems
Registered Nurse
Westchester Medical Center
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Assessed fetal well-being using electronic fetal monitoring
- Monitored maternal health during postpartum recovery
- Educated patients on warning signs of preeclampsia, infection, DVT, breast engorgement, fever, and abnormal bleeding
Home Health Aide – Private Duty
Atria Woodlands Senior Living
07.2017 - 02.2023
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living to promote safety and comfort
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized home environment
- Supported patient dignity, independence, and quality of life
Community Nursing
Wartburg Place
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Obtained and documented vital signs including blood pressure and weight
- Educated clients on healthy lifestyle choices and disease prevention
- Promoted wellness and health maintenance within the community
Psychiatric Nursing
St. John’s Riverside Behavioral Health
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Established therapeutic rapport to maintain a safe and trusting environment
- Conducted patient interviews using active listening and therapeutic communication
- Supported patients with mental health needs under RN supervision
Medical-Surgical II
Montefiore Moses Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Administered medications and assisted with blood transfusions
- Performed wound care, dressing changes, and patient education
- Assisted with various bedside procedures
Medical-Surgical I
Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Prepared and administered medications under clinical supervision
- Obtained and documented patient vital signs and medical histories
- Supported patient care plans and daily nursing interventions
Fundamentals of Nursing
Cabrini Nursing Home
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Performed basic patient assessments and observed wound care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY05.2022
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care & Dressing Changes
- Tracheostomy, Catheter & Ostomy Care
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Patient Education & Advocacy
- Team Collaboration & Communication
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), New York — License #888719
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Montefiore Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Westchester Medical Center
10.2023 - 12.2023
Community Nursing
Wartburg Place
01.2022 - 05.2022
Psychiatric Nursing
St. John’s Riverside Behavioral Health
01.2022 - 03.2022
Medical-Surgical II
Montefiore Moses Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2021
Medical-Surgical I
Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2021
Fundamentals of Nursing
Cabrini Nursing Home
01.2020 - 05.2020
Home Health Aide – Private Duty
Atria Woodlands Senior Living
07.2017 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Mercy College