GWEN FERRARA
Stormville,New York
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with practical experience providing nursing care to children and adolescents in a school and summer camp environment, along with experience in hospital and long-term care settings. Strong background in patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, first aid, vital signs, documentation, infection prevention, and responding to acute health concerns. Dependable and compassionate with a strong focus on patient safety, communication, and individualized care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
GREEN CHIMNEYS
New York
01.2026 - Current
- Provide nursing care to school-age children and adolescents in a school and summer camp setting.
- Conduct focused assessments, obtain vital signs, evaluate injuries and illness complaints, and implement appropriate nursing interventions to ensure student health and safety.
- Administer medications and treatments according to orders and facility protocols; monitor responses and document care provided.
- Respond promptly to injuries, illness, and changes in condition during school, recreation, and camp activities.
- Provide first aid and wound care for cuts, abrasions, bruises, sprains, bites/stings, headaches, nosebleeds, and other common pediatric complaints.
- Communicate health concerns, treatment plans, and follow-up needs effectively with parents/guardians, teachers, counselors, and healthcare staff to foster collaborative care.
- Document nursing care provided during school activities to ensure compliance with health regulations. while promoting infection prevention, safety protocols, and a supportive environment for children with diverse medical and developmental needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
New York
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered direct patient care in hospital and long-term care settings, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Recognize and report changes in patient condition and collaborate with healthcare professionals to support safe, patient-centered care.
- Delivered direct patient care to support patient health and recovery in various healthcare settings. in hospital and long-term care settings.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living, mobility, and comfort measures while implementing infection-control practices.
Manager / Bookkeeper
DIESEL SERVICES INC.
01.2018 - Current
- Coordinated bookkeeping, invoicing, scheduling, reporting, record keeping, and daily office operations to ensure seamless office functionality.
- Managed multiple priorities and maintained organized records, facilitating effective communication with staff and clients.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and resource management.
- Managed team schedules to optimize labor and meet project deadlines.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain service standards.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Taconic at Hopewell
Fishkill, NY
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Assisted residents with ADLs, mobility, vital signs, comfort, and safety.
- Assisted residents with ADLs, mobility, vital signs, and ensured comfort and safety.
- Identified and communicated changes in patient condition to nursing staff to ensure timely care. to nursing staff and maintained accurate documentation.
- Adhered to strict infection-control standards while providing care in various health settings. while providing compassionate, respectful care.
- Adhered to infection-control standards, delivering compassionate and respectful care.
- Provided direct care in rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory care settings.
Infant / Preschool Teacher
CREATIVE KIDS CHILD CARE
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Maintained safe, clean, nurturing environment while implementing age-appropriate activities to promote developmental milestones.
- Supervised and cared for children ages six weeks to 12 years, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents and coworkers to ensure alignment on daily schedules and activities, addressing individual child needs.
Education
Practical Nursing Program -
Dutchess Boces
New York 09.2024 - 06.2025
Regents High School Diploma -
John Jay East Fishkill High School
Hopewell Junction, NY 09.2012 - 06.2014
Associate of Science - Biology
Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NYCNA Program -
Hudson Valley Career Training
Poughkeepsie, NYEKG Technician Certification -
Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NYSkills
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessment
- Wound Care / First Aid
- Vital Signs
- Infection Control
- ADL assistance
- Emergency care
- Pediatric and Youth Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Care Coordination
- Patient Safety
- Family & Staff Communication
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), New York
- NCLEX-PN, Passed
- CNA
- EKG Technician
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
GREEN CHIMNEYS
01.2026 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
01.2025 - Current
Practical Nursing Program -
Dutchess Boces
09.2024 - 06.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Taconic at Hopewell
01.2022 - 01.2025
Manager / Bookkeeper
DIESEL SERVICES INC.
01.2018 - Current
Infant / Preschool Teacher
CREATIVE KIDS CHILD CARE
01.2015 - 01.2017
Regents High School Diploma -
John Jay East Fishkill High School
09.2012 - 06.2014
Associate of Science - Biology
Dutchess Community College
CNA Program -
Hudson Valley Career Training
EKG Technician Certification -
Dutchess Community College