Elizabeth Caguana
St. Joseph's University Medical Center
Newark,NJ
2
Languages
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Compassionate and dedicated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) student with hands-on experience as a Nurse Extern on a Medical-Surgical/Infectious Disease unit. Skilled in providing safe, patient-centered care, collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, and assisting with a variety of clinical procedures. Committed to promoting patient safety, delivering high-quality care, and continuing to grow as a Patient Care Associate.
Work History
Nurse Extern
2 Months- Assisted registered nurse in providing safe, compassionate care to patients on a Medical-Surgical/Infectious Disease unit.
- Performed vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, phlebotomy, specimen collection, activities of daily living (ADLs), wound and Foley catheter care, dressing changes and patient mobility, while maintaining infection prevention and patient safety standards.
- Observed and reported changes in patient condition, collaborated with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Nail Technician
4 Years 10 Months- Provide personalized care in a professional and sanitary environment
- Maintain strict hygiene and infection control standards
- Build trust and long-term client relationships through effective communication
- Manage appointments and ensure efficient time management
- Address concerns calmly and professionally
- Create a welcoming environment that promotes comfort and satisfaction
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth salon operations
Education
High School Diploma
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Patient-Centered Care
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Vital Signs Monitoring
Blood Glucose Monitoring (Accu-Chek)
Phlebotomy
Specimen Collection
Wound Care Assistance
Foley Catheter Care
Dressing Changes
Infection Prevention & Isolation Precautions
Patient Mobility & Safe Transfers
Intake & Output Monitoring
Patient Safety & Fall Prevention
Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
Therapeutic Communication
Time Management & Prioritization
Critical Thinking
Documentation and charting
Maintaining composure in high-stress environments
Bilingual communication (English & Spanish)
Certification
- CPR Certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nurse Extern
St. Joseph's University Medical Center
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Nail Technician
Rashels Nails
06.2021 - 04.2026Read More
Caldwell University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Eastside High School
High School Diploma
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