Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
TFC Service Bureau Inc.
2018.04 - 2024.02
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Patient Care Technician
Englewood Hospital Medical Center
1999.05 - 2019.04
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Health System
2014.07 - 2017.05
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Community Health Nurse
ArchCare Senior Life
2012.09 - 2013.03
Conducted home visits for at-risk patients, providing necessary medical care and support for improved wellbeing.
Participated in community outreach events promoting public health resources and services available to local residents.
Enhanced community health through delivering educational presentations on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dominican College of Blauvelt
Orangeburg, NY
05.2010
Associate of Science - Health Science
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ
08.2006
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Precepting
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Patient Monitoring
Strong Clinical Judgment
Intravenous therapy
Physical assessments
Patient Evaluation
Taking vitals
Nursing staff leadership
Tracheostomy Care
Certification
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support provider
ACLS -Advance Cardiac Life Support provider
BLS - Basic Life Support provider
Certified on caring for people W / alzheimer's disease , (Alzheimer"s Association NYC chapter)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
TFC Service Bureau Inc.
2018.04 - 2024.02
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Health System
2014.07 - 2017.05
Community Health Nurse
ArchCare Senior Life
2012.09 - 2013.03
Patient Care Technician
Englewood Hospital Medical Center
1999.05 - 2019.04
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dominican College of Blauvelt
Associate of Science - Health Science
Bergen Community College
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support provider
ACLS -Advance Cardiac Life Support provider
BLS - Basic Life Support provider
Certified on caring for people W / alzheimer's disease , (Alzheimer"s Association NYC chapter)
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