Ericka Burnett
Brooklyn,USA
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Med-Surg / Telemetry Step-Down
Downstate University Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
08.2025 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to high-acuity Med-Surg and telemetry patients, including post-operative, cardiac, respiratory, and complex medical cases.
- Administer IV medications, blood products, insulin drips, anticoagulation (heparin), and electrolyte replacements while ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Perform thorough head-to-toe assessments, manage central lines, Foley catheters, wound care, ostomies, and post-surgical drains.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement and adjust patient care plans.
- Educate patients and families on disease processes, medications, and discharge planning to promote safety and continuity of care.
- Respond effectively to acute changes in patient condition, including shortness of breath, chest pain, hypotension, and abnormal lab values
Home Health Nurse(Per-Diem)
White Glove Agency
Brooklyn, NY
05.2025 - Current
- Administered medication and treatments according to established care plans.
- Assessed patient health needs and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and home care techniques.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and goals.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
Scheduler (Per-diem)
Perlmutter Cancer Center
Brooklyn, NY
11.2024 - Current
- Scheduled patients for X-rays, PET scans, CTs, MRIs, and biopsies.
- Verified insurance and prior authorizations for treatments and scans.
- Handled reschedules, cancellations, and provider changes quickly and accurately.
- Managed a high volume of calls and appointments in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed appointment calendars, ensuring timely access to care for patients and providers.
Registered Nurse – Skilled Nursing Facility
Buena Vida Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Brooklyn, NY
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to residents in a long-term and sub-acute care setting.
- Administer medications, manage IV therapies, and perform wound care per physician orders.
- Monitor and document changes in residents’ conditions, ensuring timely interventions and communication with healthcare providers.
- Coordinate with CNAs and interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized care plans and promote quality of life.
- Educate residents and families on disease processes, medications, and discharge planning as appropriate.
Certified Nursing Assistant, Pediatrics
NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
04.2017 - 05.2025
- Delivered compassionate care to pediatric patients in a high-volume hospital unit.
- Assisted with ADLs, mobility, and hygiene while maintaining patient dignity.
- Documented patient behavior, intake/output, and symptoms to support RN/MD decision-making.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families in stressful situations.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and dignity.
Perioperative Patient Care Assistant
Center for Community Health at NYP Brooklyn Methodist
Brooklyn, NY
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Supported surgical teams by preparing and stocking surgical suites.
- Monitored vital signs and alerted staff to clinical changes.
- Ensured seamless patient flow during pre-op and post-op recovery.
- Communicated efficiently with nursing and surgical teams to enhance patient safety.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing (ASN)
Touro University
New York, NYBachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Capella University
08.2026
Skills
- Pediatric care
- Wound care
- Post-operative recovery support
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Infection control & safety protocols
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS
Clinical Rotations
- Hands-on clinical training completed across diverse acute care settings in New York City
- Bellevue Hospital Center – Manhattan, NY
- Woodhull Medical Center – Brooklyn, NY
- Labor & Delivery / Mother-Baby Unit
- Maimonides Medical Center – Brooklyn, NY
- South Brooklyn Health
Timeline
Registered Nurse Med-Surg / Telemetry Step-Down
Downstate University Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Home Health Nurse(Per-Diem)
White Glove Agency
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse – Skilled Nursing Facility
Buena Vida Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
05.2025 - 07.2025
Scheduler (Per-diem)
Perlmutter Cancer Center
11.2024 - Current
Perioperative Patient Care Assistant
Center for Community Health at NYP Brooklyn Methodist
03.2021 - 06.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant, Pediatrics
NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
04.2017 - 05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing (ASN)
Touro University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Capella University