Diana Kennedy
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in surgical intensive care. Delivered improved patient outcomes through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and adherence to care standards. Key skills include advanced cardiovascular life support, ventilator management, and wound care. TCAR certified, pursuing CCRN certification, with strong capabilities in patient assessment and team support.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, SICU
Northwell Health Staten Island University Hospital
Staten Island, New York
12.2023 - Current
- Deliver direct patient care in SICU, managing wound care, IV therapy, and ventilator support.
- Serves as charge nurse, managing patient care during shift transitions and ensuring seamless handoff.
- Trains and mentors new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Provides emotional support during difficult times such as end of life decisions or unexpected complications from surgery.
- Cultivate positive relationships with staff and patients through effective communication and active listening.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northwell Health Staten Island University Hospital
Staten Island, New York
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to medical-surgical patients through thorough assessments, precise treatments, accurate medication administration, and meticulous documentation.
- Integrated cultural diversity into patient assessments and management strategies to enhance patient-centered care.
- Coordinated multiple tasks concurrently while ensuring adherence to high standards of professional conduct.
Registered Nurse
Seaview Nursing Home
Staten Island, New York
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment in long-term care setting.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate and document changes in patient health status, facilitating timely interventions.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting comfort and dignity for all patients while enhancing overall quality of care.
Business Manager
Sonic Union, Inc
New York, New York
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Managed daily workflow processes associated with invoice creation and distribution.
- Generated detailed reports on billing activity for management review.
- Completed documentation, reports and spreadsheets of financial information.
- Prepared daily deposits of payments received from customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN02-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY06-2021
Bachelor of Science - Television & Film Production
St. John's University
Jamaica, New York, NY05-2008
Skills
- Critical Care
- Trauma recovery
- Patient assessment
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Certification
Registered Professional Nurse - New York State
Timeline
Registered Nurse, SICU
Northwell Health Staten Island University Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northwell Health Staten Island University Hospital
02.2022 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Seaview Nursing Home
10.2021 - 12.2021
Business Manager
Sonic Union, Inc
01.2015 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
College of Staten Island
Bachelor of Science - Television & Film Production
St. John's University