GRACE CAPORUSSO
Riverhead,NY
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse and Emergency Medical Technician with expertise in wound care, patient education, and medication administration. Deliver comprehensive patient support through effective communication and strong time management skills. Integrate seamlessly into diverse healthcare teams to enhance patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE- GENERAL SURGERY
PECONIC BAY MEDICAL GROUP- NORTHWELL HEALTH
RIVERHEAD, NY
11.2022 - Current
- Executed standard diagnostic procedures, including EKG, phlebotomy, and venipuncture, to support timely patient care.
- Administered vaccines and medications as prescribed to promote patient health and compliance.
- Maintained sterile field and assisted with minor office procedures
- Updated and maintained patient medical records to ensure accurate health information access.
EMT-B
MANORVILLE COMMUNITY AMBULANCE
MANORVILLE, NY
06.2019 - Current
- Provided emergency medical care to Manorville residents, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
- Assessed patient medical status and monitored vital signs during transport to ensure optimal care.
- Created training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge, leading to improved service delivery.
- Evaluated student performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
EMT-B
NORTHWELL HEALTH
LAKE SUCCESS, NY
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Responded promptly to emergency calls and provided critical patient care.
- Administered first aid and life support techniques in various emergency situations.
- Transported patients safely to medical facilities, ensuring comfort and stability.
- Displayed professionalism and courtesy in patient and team interactions to foster a supportive environment.
- Maintained knowledge of care standards and equipment functions to ensure compliance with regulations.
EMT-B
WESTHAMPTON WAR MEMORIAL VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE
WESTHAMPTON, NY
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Revived and stabilized patients with traumatic injuries, cardiac arrest, strokes, seizures, and drug overdoses, enhancing survival outcomes.
- Identified and treated critical medical conditions using appropriate techniques and equipment, contributing to timely interventions.
- Followed state and county protocols to ensure compliant patient care, maintaining high standards of safety and effectiveness.
Education
A.S. - Registered Nursing
Excelsior University
Albany, NY06-2026
LPN Program -
Eastern Suffolk School of Practical Nursing
Brentwood, NY08-2022
A.A. - Liberal Arts
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY05-2020
Regents High School Diploma -
Riverhead High School
Riverhead, NY06-2018
Medical Assisting Mastery Distinction Certificate -
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Brentwood, NY06-2018
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Clinical assessments
- Clinical expertise
- Medication administration
- Emergency response
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Clinical documentation
- EMR / EHR
- Medical records management
- HIPAA compliance
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Basic life support
- Decision-making
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
Certifications
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B #472259), 07/31/27, 07/01/19 - Present, Suffolk County REMAC Credentialed EMT, Proficient in ESO, EVOC, CEVO, BLS 12-Lead, BLS CPAP, I-Gel, 2019 BLS Protocol Update, Check and Inject, FEMA IS-05, FEMA IS-100, FEMA IS-200, FEMA IS-700, AHA BLS Provider
- National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT #E3483633), Expiration: 03/31/28
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN #345375), Expiration: 09/30/27
Timeline
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE- GENERAL SURGERY
PECONIC BAY MEDICAL GROUP- NORTHWELL HEALTH
11.2022 - Current
EMT-B
NORTHWELL HEALTH
08.2021 - 01.2023
EMT-B
WESTHAMPTON WAR MEMORIAL VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE
02.2021 - 09.2022
EMT-B
MANORVILLE COMMUNITY AMBULANCE
06.2019 - Current
A.S. - Registered Nursing
Excelsior University
LPN Program -
Eastern Suffolk School of Practical Nursing
A.A. - Liberal Arts
Suffolk County Community College
Regents High School Diploma -
Riverhead High School
Medical Assisting Mastery Distinction Certificate -
Eastern Suffolk BOCES