Erica Ramirez
Ossining,NY
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital
New Rochelle, NY
03.2023 - Current
- Assessed, monitored, documented and provided direct nursing care to patients with diverse medical acuity.
- Charge nurse experience
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Phlebotomy skills and IV insertion and maintenance.
- Proficient in blood transfusions, heparin/morphine/insulin/PCA drips, urethral catheter/fecal management system insertion, wound care, PICC line care and maintenance.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Administered prescribed medications (enteral, PO, IV) and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
NYC Health + Hospitals
Brooklyn , NY
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Montefiore Medical Center Moses Division
Bronx , NY
01.2012 - 10.2021
- Assessed patient health by conducting physical examinations and evaluating medical histories.
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Developed personalized care plans for patients based on individual needs.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure or pulse rate to detect any changes in a patient's condition.
- Initiated referrals to appropriate community resources when needed.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning with physicians, social workers, case managers, therapists, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care plan.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while caring for clients in their homes.
Assistant Nursing Care Coordinator
Riverspring Health
Bronx, NY
11.2010 - 09.2013
- Assessed patient's physical condition based on observations and vital signs measurements.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards related to nursing practice such as HIPAA regulations.
- Conducted regular quality assurance reviews of patient charts to ensure accuracy of information provided by healthcare team members.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatment plans to determine if changes should be made in order to improve outcomes.
- Supervised certified nursing aides
- PRI and initial assessments of patient entering the adult day care program, Assisted living buildings as well as nursing home admission.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY College At Brockport
Brockport, NY12-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Cochran School of Nursing
Yonkers, NY06-2010
Master of Science - Allied Health (Hospital Management)
College of Mount Saint Vincent
The Bronx, NY05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health
College of Mount Saint Vincent
The Bronx, NY05-2005
Skills
- EPIC EMR
- Allscripts
- oasis documentation
- IV/phlebotomy skills
- Conversational Spanish
- Hospital experience
- Supervisory experience
Certification
CPR BLS: 3/2023-3/2025
ACLS: 9/2023-9/2025
RN NY License
RN CT License
RN NJ License
Accomplishments
- St Johns Hospital Award
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
NYC Health + Hospitals
10.2021 - 03.2023
Home Health Registered Nurse
Montefiore Medical Center Moses Division
01.2012 - 10.2021
Assistant Nursing Care Coordinator
Riverspring Health
11.2010 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY College At Brockport
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Cochran School of Nursing
Master of Science - Allied Health (Hospital Management)
College of Mount Saint Vincent
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health
College of Mount Saint Vincent
CPR BLS: 3/2023-3/2025
ACLS: 9/2023-9/2025
RN NY License
RN CT License
RN NJ License