Hayley Faranda
Niskayuna,NY
Summary
Dynamic and patient-centered Registered Nurse with extensive experience in diverse clinical settings, including ambulatory, neuroendocrine, endocrine, cardiac, med-surg, COVID-19, and step-down environments. Proven expertise as a primary care triage nurse, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and rapid assessment skills while effectively managing high-volume patient needs. Proficient in performing cardiac and vascular procedures, radiofrequency ablations, thyroid biopsies, and neuroendocrine stimulation/suppression testing. Renowned for compassionate communication and cultural sensitivity, consistently delivering safe, high-quality patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Care Triage Registered Nurse
Weill Cornell Medicine
09.2023 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive telephone and in-person triage for primary care patients.
- Assess symptoms, determine acuity, and direct patients to appropriate levels of care.
- Coordinate with physicians and APPs to support safe, efficient patient flow.
- Provide clear patient education and follow-up instructions.
Ambulatory Registered Nurse
NYU Langone
02.2020 - Current
- Develop individualized plans of care in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Respond to emergency situations promptly with expert assessment and intervention.
- Administer oral, IV, and IM medications; monitor and document patient responses.
- Conduct patient triage via phone and in-person by obtaining history and symptoms.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Ellis Hospital
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Provided high-acuity care during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Awarded Excellence in Nursing (2020-05).
- Supported recovery after TAVR, CABG, angioplasty, and pacemaker procedures.
- Coordinated care with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity.
- Monitored vital signs and cardiac rhythm via telemetry and EKG.
Clinical Nursing Student (Capstone)
Erie County Medical Center
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Completed capstone in a Level 1 Trauma Center Emergency Department.
- Participated in trauma care and interdisciplinary emergency interventions.
Patient Care Technician
Ellis Hospital
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted with ADLs and coordinated patient needs with nursing staff.
- Collected and documented vital signs; communicated changes to care teams.
- Collaborated with RNs and interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
D'Youville College
Buffalo, NY01.2018
Bachelor of Science - undefined
SUNY Buffalo
Buffalo, NY01.2015
Skills
- Empathetic patient advocacy
- Patient assessment and triage
- Analytical problem-solving
- Ability to adjust in fast-paced environments
- Comprehensive patient care
- Nursing care plan development and modification
- Charge nurse leadership
- Staff education and precepting
- Electronic charting (Epic, Cerner, Soarian)
- Strong interpersonal relationship building
- Delegation and team coordination
- Medication administration (oral, IV, IM)
- Safe body mechanics
- Vaccination expertise
Certification
- Registered Nurse, New York State — License #759026 (2018)
- Basic Life Support (ASHA) — 2023
- Advanced Life Support — 2023
- Naloxone Training (OASAS) — 2018
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Member, American Nurses Association & ANA–New York
- 100+ hours of Continuing Education Units
Timeline
Primary Care Triage Registered Nurse
Weill Cornell Medicine
09.2023 - Current
Ambulatory Registered Nurse
NYU Langone
02.2020 - Current
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Ellis Hospital
10.2018 - 02.2020
Clinical Nursing Student (Capstone)
Erie County Medical Center
06.2018 - 08.2018
Patient Care Technician
Ellis Hospital
05.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - undefined
SUNY Buffalo
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
D'Youville College