Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with 15 + years experience in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in multiple fast-paced environments. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, professional bedside manner and a respectful attitude.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Saint James Rehab and Healthcare Facility
04.2017 - 04.2026
Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to the healthcare team.
Performed detailed evaluations of patient health to facilitate prompt communication with physicians and initiate necessary interventions.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Trained new nursing staff on facility protocols, enhancing knowledge transfer and team performance.
Engaged with multidisciplinary teams to create and deploy individualized care strategies, enhancing patient support and treatment effectiveness.
Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and quality care protocols.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Executed accurate documentation of patient care activities in alignment with regulatory standards, ensuring prompt report submission for compliance.
Supervised all aspects of patient care, coordinating efforts from initial admission to final discharge.
Executed medication administration through diverse routes, including standard oral methods and complex high-risk parenteral delivery.
Registered Nurse
West Hampton Care Center
03.2015 - 04.2017
Collaborated with physical therapists to promote safe transfer practices, administer pain management for improved therapy tolerance, and establish fall prevention measures.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Trained new nursing staff on facility protocols, enhancing knowledge transfer and team performance.
Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to the healthcare team.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Infusion Registered Nurse
South Shore Infectious Disease P.C.
01.2015 - 03.2017
Administered intravenous therapies and medications according to established protocols.
Facilitated patient education sessions, teaching patients about their disease processes and appropriate self-care measures to promote optimal health outcomes.
Oversaw management of intravenous access devices, including PICCs, midlines, and ports, ensuring effective troubleshooting of occlusions and infiltrations.
Managed the administration of IV therapies primarily antibiotics, adhering to established guidelines while systematically monitoring patients for potential transfusion reactions.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Medical Surgical/Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Peconic Bay Medical Center
09.2011 - 01.2015
Monitored post-operative patients to prevent complications through early detection and prompt intervention.
Managed caseload of 6 to 10 patients simultaneously, delivering bedside care, IV therapy, and wound care treatments.
Delivered comprehensive inpatient care to a diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
Achieved accurate documentation of treatments and effective administration of medications and IVs. Enhanced patient understanding through detailed discharge instructions and structured follow-up care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY
05-2011
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY
05-2002
Skills
Experienced Registered Nurse with strong clinical and Vascular access skills, including difficult IV insertion, IV antibiotic administration, and patient centered care in high-acuity settings
Recognized by Peers for clinical reliability and strong patient care skills
Frequently served as a repsource for coworkers regarding IV access, complex clinical skills, and patient-centered care
Registered Nurse (RN) II (Critical/Intensive Care and stepdown) at Central Arkansas Veterans Health System (CAVHS)Registered Nurse (RN) II (Critical/Intensive Care and stepdown) at Central Arkansas Veterans Health System (CAVHS)