GABRIELA DABROWSKI
White Plains,NY
Summary
BSN Registered Nurse licensed to work in NY State, fluent in Spanish, ACLS certified with 6+ years of clinical experience providing Veteran-centered care at James J Peters VA Medical Center. Currently working under Perioperative Care with a strong foundation in VA systems, documentation (CPRS), and patient-centered care planning. Proven ability to lead interdisciplinary coordination, provide compassionate care to aging and medically complex patients, and advocate for veterans' well-being.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Perioperative Care: GI/Endo
James J. Peters VA Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
- Performed comprehensive assessments, accurately documenting findings ensuring compliance with protocols and best practices.
- Provided pre-procedure instructions.
- Conducted safety checks: patient verification, Time Out ensuring adherence to Joint Commission standards.
- Monitored vital signs, pain management for Veterans undergoing GI/Endoscopy procedures.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Recovered patients in PACU and monitored responses to sedation; ensured comfort and dignity throughout the care process.
- Educated veterans and families on post-procedure care and chronic condition management.
Pulmonary/Med Surg
JJP VA Medical Center
06.2019 - 11.2024
- Created Bronchoscopy SOP and SOP for Pulmonary Procedures involving Fluoroscopy.
- Performed nursing assessments to identify patient needs, developed a patient centered care plan and ensure patient safety.
- Conducted safety checks: patient verification, Time Out ensuring adherence to Joint Commission standards.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and Pulmonary procedures including Bronchoscopy, Thoracentesis, ultrasound guided percutaneous needle biopsy, intrapleural tPA to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Administered moderate sedation and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Recovered patients in PACU post Bronchoscopy.
- Educated patients/caregivers by providing pre-procedure instructions & post procedure follow-up care.
- Represented patients in weekly Pulmonary case conferences to determine care needs for patients with lung nodules or recently diagnosed with lung cancer.
- Coordinated care with the interdisciplinary team to expedite the work-up/ follow up appointments for patients with lung cancer.
- Collaborated with thoracic surgery, oncology, cardiology, radiology, Hudson Valley VA and other non-VA facilities to expedite treatment, improve outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Supported vulnerable and elderly veteran populations through empathetic communication and consistent advocacy.
Secretary of SOP Nursing Committee
JJP VA Medical Center
11.2019 - 09.2020
- Prepared and maintained accurate records of the meeting and the policies that were reviewed/discussed or need to follow up.
- Coordinated communication among SOP committee, ensuring timely dissemination of information. '
- Sent notifications to policy authors with upcoming expiration dates.
- Created SOP for Bronchoscopy.
Registered Nurse- ICU
JJP VA Medical Center
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Delivered comprehensive patient care in high-pressure ICU settings, adapting quickly to evolving clinical needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team.
- Conducted thorough assessments and monitored vital signs, ensuring timely interventions for critically ill patients.
- Consistently assessed patient conditions , promptly identifying any changes requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families and medical personnel.
Staff RN
NYC Health + Hospitals Bellevue
02.2019 - 05.2019
Registered Dental Hygienist
Bronx Dental Center
05.2015 - 11.2017
Education
Accelerated Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ08-2018
Dental Hygiene -
NYU College of Dentistry
New York, NY09-2012
HS Diploma -
Manhattan Hunter Science High School
New York, NY06-2008
Skills
- Veteran Centered Care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Care coordination
- Customer service
- Moderate Sedation administration
- Patient safety monitoring
- Patient education
- Fluent in Spanish
- Clinical documentation
- Compassionate care
- Attention to detail
Certification
NYS Registered Nurse #760925 – Nov 2018-Jan 2027
Awards
Honor Society of Nursing Sigma Theta Tau – Jan 2019
Timeline
Perioperative Care: GI/Endo
James J. Peters VA Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse- ICU
JJP VA Medical Center
03.2020 - 05.2020
Secretary of SOP Nursing Committee
JJP VA Medical Center
11.2019 - 09.2020
Pulmonary/Med Surg
JJP VA Medical Center
06.2019 - 11.2024
Staff RN
NYC Health + Hospitals Bellevue
02.2019 - 05.2019
Registered Dental Hygienist
Bronx Dental Center
05.2015 - 11.2017
Accelerated Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New Jersey City University
Dental Hygiene -
NYU College of Dentistry
HS Diploma -
Manhattan Hunter Science High School