Irene Raphael
Commack,NY
Summary
Experienced Nurse Practitioner with extensive knowledge in diagnosing and treating patients, providing exceptional care, and collaborating effectively with the healthcare team. Demonstrated reliability and responsibility in all aspects of work. Maintains a calm and professional demeanor during critical incidents, ensuring optimal patient safety. Possesses strong analytical skills for accurate assessment and appropriate interventions. Resourceful problem solver skilled at finding solutions to complex challenges. Specializes in meeting diverse needs in various situations with sensitivity and empathy. Builds rapport with patients, family members, colleagues, and team members from different cultural backgrounds. Willing to take on leadership, mentoring, or listening roles to support team success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner-Cardiac Cath/Cardiology Interventional
Huntington Hospital, Magnet Hospital
2023.08 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues prior to Stress Test.
- Review and screen pre-procedure tests/labs and obtain informed consent, complete HPI
- Supervise the stress tests, monitor and interpret EKG changes, pre and post-procedure management.
- Collaborate with Cardiologist.
Nurse Practitioner
FDNY WTC Program
2018.08 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
Nurse Practitioner
Huntington Hospital, Anticoagulation services
2019.07 - 2023.07
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues in both clinic and hospital setting prior to implementing treatment.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Educated patients about the use of anticoagulants , benefits, side effects and interactions with medications and diet. The importance of maintaining a specific range in the INR.
- Obtain an INR, Adjust Warfarin dosing as needed.
- Bridge patient with other anticoagulants when needed to have procedures.
- Educate patients about Vitamin K and its effects on Anticoagulants.
- Initiate/Manage patients on New Anticoagulants
Registered Nurse – ICU
Huntington Hospital
2007.01 - 2019.06
- Responsible for direct delivery of patient care in MICU/NICU, worked on medical surgical floor, interim charge nurse, and rapid response team member.
- Implemented infection control measures consistently, minimizing risk of cross-contamination among vulnerable ICU patients.
- Advocated for patient needs, working closely with healthcare providers to ensure individualized care plans were developed and executed accordingly.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment skills in prioritizing tasks based on acuity levels of ICU patients under my care daily routine.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult moments.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices and promoting high standards of patient care within the ICU team.
Staff Nurse
All India Institute of Medical Sciences
2000.01 - 2006.12
- Managed all phases of care cycle for critically ill patients, part-time charge nurse overseeing patient care and staff assignments.
Staff Nurse
Lourdes Hospital
1997.06 - 1999.06
- Worked as a staff nurse in a tertiary referral level hospital with a spectrum of patients in the surgical ward.
Education
Acute care certification -
Hofstra University
Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner -
Stony Brook University School of Nursing
05.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
State University of New York at Delhi
09.2013
Associate Degree in Nursing and Midwifery -
Kerala Nurses’ & Midwives Council, India
06.1997
Skills
- Preventive Care
- Patient Education
- Health Promotion
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Certification
- Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- Certified in Gerontological Nursing
- Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Competent in Stroke
- New York State Registered Nurse License
- DEA
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner-Cardiac Cath/Cardiology Interventional
Huntington Hospital, Magnet Hospital
2023.08 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Huntington Hospital, Anticoagulation services
2019.07 - 2023.07
Nurse Practitioner
FDNY WTC Program
2018.08 - Current
Registered Nurse – ICU
Huntington Hospital
2007.01 - 2019.06
Staff Nurse
All India Institute of Medical Sciences
2000.01 - 2006.12
Staff Nurse
Lourdes Hospital
1997.06 - 1999.06
Acute care certification -
Hofstra University
Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner -
Stony Brook University School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
State University of New York at Delhi
Associate Degree in Nursing and Midwifery -
Kerala Nurses’ & Midwives Council, India
- Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- Certified in Gerontological Nursing
- Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Competent in Stroke
- New York State Registered Nurse License
- DEA
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