Haifa Baalbaki
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills in high-pressure medical-surgical environment. Obtained expertise in patient care and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging strong communication and clinical skills. Experienced with patient care, wound management, and post-operative recovery. Utilizes critical thinking and effective communication to ensure high standards of care and patient satisfaction. Knowledge of electronic medical records and collaborative practices to support seamless healthcare delivery. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northwell Health
06.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Utilized Sunrise EMR to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY01-2020
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Patient care assessment
- Intake and discharge
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Nursing performance assessment
- Tracheostomy care
- Insulin medication assistance
- Unit oversight
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Languages
Arabic
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northwell Health
06.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Staten Island