JENNIFER BUENO
Elizabeth,NJ
Summary
Nursing student seeking Patient Care Associate role in Emergency Department at Trinitas Regional Medical Center. Pursuing hands-on clinical experience in fast-paced patient care settings. Dedicated to strengthening patient care skills and supporting compassionate, high-quality care under experienced clinical teams.
Overview
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Work History
Nursing Extern – Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Trinitas Regional Medical Center (TRMC)
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Provided direct patient care in the Intensive Care Unit under registered nurse (RN) supervision.
- Obtained patient vital signs and communicated critical observations to care team to ensure timely interventions.
- Assisted with personal hygiene, repositioning, turning, and ambulation while protecting patient dignity and safety.
- Performed venipuncture for blood collection under RN supervision.
- Performed blood glucose checks and 12-lead EKGs.
- Tracked and documented patient intake and output in Epic to support accurate care planning.
- Facilitated safe patient transportation, adhering to infection prevention and safety protocols to protect patient wellbeing.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
RWJBarnabas Health School of Nursing
Elizabeth, NJ01-2027
Associate of Science - Health Science
UCNJ
Cranford, NJ01-2027
Elizabeth, High School -
Frank J. Cicarell Academy
Elizabeth, High School06-2021
Skills
- Vital signs
- Venipuncture under RN supervision
- Blood glucose checks
- 12-lead EKGs
- Patient assessment
- EPIC Charting (Vital Signs)
- Intake and output
- Personal hygiene, positioning and ambulation
- Patient safety and infection prevention
- Patient Transport
- BLS — American Heart Association
- Communication and teamwork
CLINICAL ROTATIONS
Medical-Surgical: Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway (February–May 2025); Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset (October–December 2025); Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (February - March 2026); Trinitas Regional Medical Center (September - October 2026)
Pediatrics: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center (September–October 2025).
OB: Trinitas Regional Medical Center (April - May 2026)
Psychiatric: Trinitas Regional Medical Center - New Point Campus (October - December 2026)
- Provided hands-on care including vital signs, hygiene and mobility assistance, patient education, and medication administration under supervision.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Paraprofessional – 1:1 Support for Student with Autism | Elizabeth Public Schools, Elizabeth, NJ
September 2025 – Present
- Provided individualized 1:1 support to a student with autism, promoting safety, emotional regulation, and engagement in daily activities.
- Used de-escalation strategies, positive reinforcement, and structured routines to support positive behavior.
- Collaborated with teachers, therapists, and parents to support individual needs and goals.
Substitute Teacher | Elizabeth Public Schools, Elizabeth, NJ
March 2025 – June 2025
- Managed classrooms of diverse learners and maintained a safe, supportive environment.
- Communicated with students and staff and followed lesson plans and school protocols.
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Nursing Extern – Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Trinitas Regional Medical Center (TRMC)
06.2025 - 08.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
RWJBarnabas Health School of Nursing
Associate of Science - Health Science
UCNJ
Elizabeth, High School -
Frank J. Cicarell Academy