Hely Rodriguez
Bayonne,NJ
Summary
Professional with strong expertise in behavioral health nursing. Skilled in patient assessment, crisis intervention, and developing individualized care plans. Highly collaborative team player focused on achieving positive outcomes and adaptable to changing needs. Reliable, compassionate, and adept at managing complex patient cases with sensitivity and professionalism.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Jersey City Medical Center
Jersey City, NJ
10.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify behavioral health issues and formulate appropriate interventions.
- Established rapport with patients, fostering trust and encouraging engagement in the therapeutic process.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques effectively to manage crisis situations while maintaining a safe environment for all involved parties.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Jersey City Medical Center
Jersey City, NJ
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on care plans and discharge instructions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Mental Health Worker
Jersey City Medical Center
Jersey City, NJ
01.2020 - 11.2024
- Developed rapport with patients by actively listening and demonstrating empathy
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques to support client safety.
- Advocated for patient rights and well-being by addressing concerns with appropriate supervisory staff, ensuring that all patients received quality care.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
A Harry Moore School
Jersey City, NJ
08.2016 - 07.2020
- Assisted students with physical disabilities, ensuring their safety and comfort during daily activities.
- Helped classroom teachers achieve instructional objectives.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly to maximize academic achievement.
- Enhanced student understanding by adapting instructional techniques to meet individual needs and learning styles.
Early Childhood Teacher
Early Learning Academy
Jersey City, NJ
08.2015 - 04.2016
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJ2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ2015
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Safe Patient Handling
- Task Prioritization
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Adaptability
Certification
Registered Nurse - State of New Jersey
Basic Life Support - 09/24-09/26
Early Childhood P-3 Special Education Certification - 2015
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Jersey City Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Jersey City Medical Center
12.2024 - 01.2025
Mental Health Worker
Jersey City Medical Center
01.2020 - 11.2024
Special Education Teacher Assistant
A Harry Moore School
08.2016 - 07.2020
Early Childhood Teacher
Early Learning Academy
08.2015 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
New Jersey City University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hudson County Community College