Francis Duruaku
Levittown,NY
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with strong clinical experience in a fast-paced medicine unit, providing high-quality care to a diverse patient population with complex medical needs. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Eager to transition into a critical care environment to further develop clinical expertise and contribute to improved outcomes for high-acuity patients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Queens, NY
07.2024 - Current
- Provide empathetic, evidence-based care for adult patients with acute and chronic conditions.
- Perform clinical procedures such as IV insertion, phlebotomy, medication administration, wound care, and central line management.
- Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient conditions, initiating rapid response protocols when appropriate.
- Educate patients and families on disease processes, medications, and discharge instructions to support safe transitions.
- Nominated for the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses (02/04/2025) in recognition of outstanding patient care and teamwork.
Customer Service Associate
Walgreens
Binghamton, NY
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Delivered efficient and customer-focused assistance to diverse clientele in high-demand settings.
- Ensured clean, organized environment to enhance safety and teamwork.
- Managed complex issues and effectively addressed customer concerns with professionalism and empathy.
Patient Care Technician
St. Peter's Hospital
Albany, NY
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Provided direct care by monitoring patient conditions, recording vital signs, and dietary requirements.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Responded promptly to call lights, addressing requests from patients and families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University At Albany
Albany, NY05-2023
Skills
- Critical thinking and decision-making
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Crisis Management and Emergency Response
- Fluent in Igbo language
- Empathy and compassion
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), New York (Active) – License Number: 947141
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
Customer Service Associate
Walgreens
01.2024 - 05.2025
Patient Care Technician
St. Peter's Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Binghamton University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University At Albany
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