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Overview
Work History
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Certification
Military Experience
Awards
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David E. Lopez, RN

Old Tappan,NJ

Summary

In just a year and a half on Regan 3 North, I’ve completed over 4,300 clinical hours—an achievement that reflects not only my dedication to nursing but also my readiness to step into leadership. I have frequently been called upon to serve as the Resource Nurse, where I’ve supported team coordination, ensured smooth unit operations, and addressed staff dynamics with fairness and professionalism. These experiences have solidified my confidence in leading by example and advocating for both patient outcomes and team success. I am excited to bring this experience and vision into a formal leadership position where I can continue to elevate care and support the growth of those around me.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

St. Joseph's University Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers and nursing staff.
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
  • Regularly volunteered for and completed significant overtime hours as a floor nurse and resource nurse, demonstrating strong commitment to patient care and team support.
  • Provided consistent support on Regan 4 North, gaining in-depth knowledge of unit-specific protocols and workflows.

Student Clinical

Hackensack Meridian Hospital/Holy Name Hospital
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures such as feeding tubes, wound care, and central lines
  • Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self along with strictly adhering to any infectious control precautions
  • Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients not only assigned, but to any others requiring assistance after utilizing their call bell
  • Facilitated reinforced patient discharge teaching by providing instructions for home care and follow-up care after assigned nurse completes their initial instructions


Health Services Technician (Corpsman)

Unites States Coast Guard
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • USCG Academy Medical Clinic services over 1,000 cadets and all active duty servicemen within New London, CT.
  • Phlebotomy; certified for blood draws in order to run routine labs procedures for any patient both routine and emergent
  • IV certification for patients requiring fluid and electrolyte corrections
  • Medication administration and teaching for each patient interaction

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ
05.2022

Skills

  • Strong communication with all interactions
  • Appropriate clinical judgement specified with each patient
  • Ability to create rapport with fellow team members and patients
  • Effective time management in delivering safe and quality care to all patients

Certification

  • Orthopedic Department Certified, 2024
  • Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 2023
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, American Heart Association, 2023
  • Registered Nurse, NJ Board of Nursing, 2023


Military Experience

  • Emergency Medical Technician, National Registry of Emergency Technicians, 2015-2018
  • Health Services Technician (Corpsman), United States Coast Guard, 2015-2018

Awards

  • Certificate of Appreciation for Patient Experience 2025
  • Coast Guard Good Conduct Medal 2016
  • Coast Guard Special Operations of Service 2015
  • Coast Guard Sea Service Medal 2015
  • Coast Guard Commandant Letter of Commendation 2014
  • Coast Guard Meritorious Team Commendation Ribbon with One Gold Star 2013

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

St. Joseph's University Medical Center
02.2024 - Current

Student Clinical

Hackensack Meridian Hospital/Holy Name Hospital
09.2021 - 05.2022

Health Services Technician (Corpsman)

Unites States Coast Guard
01.2015 - 01.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Bergen Community College

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