Elonna Maldonado
Trenton
Summary
My goal is to obtain a position as A Registered Nurse in an environment where I would be able to offer my expertise in a way that would prove to be beneficial for both myself, and the employer. In acquiring a position, I wish to prove myself as valuable, working with the likes of physicians, and a dedicated medical team. I am open to developing in a position that would aid my endeavors of becoming more of a successful and efficient leader in the workplace. I am confident that the interpersonal skills, as well as organizational skills that I possess will guide me in the right direction when carrying out any and all tasks. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications, providing accurate assessments, and working calmly under pressure, as well as working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Uses nursing processes to effectively assess, plan and evaluate patient care. Highly observant, diligent and dedicated to patients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Nurse Graduate
Trenton
05.2024 - Current
LPN
Clipboard Health
Trenton
09.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and nursing protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
LPN, Private Duty
Home Healthcare
Trenton
10.2019 - Current
- Delivered personalized patient care in home settings for diverse healthcare needs.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs regularly and accurately.
- Collaborated with families to create effective care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to promote independence and comfort.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices effectively.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Certified Medical Assistant
Princeton Internal Medical Associates
Princeton
03.2015 - 06.2018
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
- Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
- Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
- Processed payments from patients accurately using cash registers or computerized systems.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
Certified Medical Assistant
Mercer Regional Medical Associates
02.2007 - 04.2008
- Trained and supervised externs throughout their externship
- Trained diabetic patients on literature and how to properly administer insulin
- Interacted with 50+ patients daily
- Filed/scheduled appointments, rooming patients, monitored vitals, administered injections
- Called in prescriptions for patients’ medication, answered phones, wrote referrals, handled insurance codes/prior authorizations, maintained patient charts, performed electrocardiograms and laboratory tests including blood draws, specimen collection, sputum cultures, throat and wound swabs.
Education
Diploma - Registered Nurse
Capital Health School of Nursing
Trenton, NJ05-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercer County Community College
West Windsor, NJ05-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Mercer County Community College
West WindsorCertification - Medical Assistant/Burdick Resting EKG/Phlebotomy
The Cittone Institute
Edison, NJ09.2006
High School Diploma -
Trenton Central High School
Trenton, NJ06.2001
Skills
- Medication administration and documentation
- Patient monitoring and assessment
- Infection control protocols
- Electronic medical records management
- Disease education and prevention
- Vital sign assessment and monitoring
- Care plan development and implementation
- Patient safety management strategies
- Communication facilitation and support
- Team collaboration and coordination
- Emotional support provision techniques
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Adaptability in care settings
- Time management skills
- Geriatric care expertise
- Inpatient care practices
- Mental health support strategies
- Charting and recording accuracy
- Patient intake procedures
- Incident documentation protocols
- Emergency response readiness
- Patient safety protocols adherence
- Staff direction and task delegation skills
- Pain management techniques
- EKG administration proficiency
- Preventive care practices
- Home health care services
- Sample collection procedures
- Multi-tasking and prioritization abilities
- Family communication strategies
- Wound care management techniques
- Immunization administration processes
- Narcotics counting procedures
- Nutritional maintenance strategies
- HIPAA compliance knowledge
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Direct patient care practices
Certification
CPR/AED Certified AHA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN
Clipboard Health
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Nurse Graduate
05.2024 - Current
LPN, Private Duty
Home Healthcare
10.2019 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Princeton Internal Medical Associates
03.2015 - 06.2018
Certified Medical Assistant
Mercer Regional Medical Associates
02.2007 - 04.2008
Diploma - Registered Nurse
Capital Health School of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercer County Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Mercer County Community College
Certification - Medical Assistant/Burdick Resting EKG/Phlebotomy
The Cittone Institute
High School Diploma -
Trenton Central High School