Donna Corrado
West Essex High School
PATERSON,NJ
49
years of professional experience
Dedicated healthcare professional with a strong background in acute illness recognition and individualized healthcare plans. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with families and healthcare teams, ensuring compliance with health regulations and promoting student wellness.
Work History
Substitute School Nurse
1 Year- Administered first aid and medication to students in compliance with health regulations.
- Educated students on health topics, promoting wellness and preventive care within the school community.
- Maintained accurate documentation of nurse visits and treatments administered to students.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student health needs and interventions.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
Registered Nurse
45 Years 11 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and safety.
- Developed individualized care plans by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering adherence to treatment protocols.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in clinical procedures and emergency response techniques to enhance team performance.
- Implemented evidence-based practices that improved patient outcomes and streamlined workflows within the unit.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' conditions, ensuring timely interventions and effective care delivery.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that reduced patient wait times and increased satisfaction scores significantly.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to facilitate seamless transitions of care for complex cases, enhancing efficiency of service delivery.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Education
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Skills
Immunization record review
Health screening
Individualized healthcare plans
Acute illness recognition
Privacy and confidentiality
Injury treatment
Healthcare coordination
Decision-making
Record keeping accuracy
Regulatory compliance
Problem-solving
Student needs assessment
HIPAA requirements
Timeline
Substitute School Nurse
West Essex High School
2025.09 - 2026.09Read More
Registered Nurse
Mountainside Medical Center
1978.03 - 2024.02Read More
Mountainside Medical Center
Diploma of Nursing from Nursing
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