JENNIFER IKEALUGO DENNIS
Bronx
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Infection Control/Wound Care Nurse
Stamford Care Center
11.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented infection control protocols to minimize the spread of healthcare-associated infections within the facility.
- Conducted wound assessments and formulated individualized care plans to promote optimal healing and recovery for patients.
- Monitored and documented patient progress during wound care treatments, ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients and families on wound care techniques and infection prevention strategies to enhance self-management.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Performed regular audits of infection control practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Utilized specialized wound care products and technologies to optimize healing outcomes for patients with complex wounds.
- Facilitated infection control training sessions for staff, raising awareness and compliance with established protocols.
- Assisted in managing outbreaks by conducting contact tracing and implementing necessary quarantine measures.
- Engaged in interdisciplinary case discussions to address complex patient needs and ensure coordinated care.
- Reviewed patient charts for compliance with infection prevention measures and coordinated with staff to address any discrepancies.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on infection control outcomes, contributing to enhanced patient safety.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Registered Nurse/ Nursing Supervisor
Clip Board Health
10.2025 - Current
- Monitored and managed patient vital signs, ensuring timely interventions for patients exhibiting distress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Performed routine health assessments, documenting findings and identifying potential health issues for early intervention.
- Executed emergency response protocols during critical situations, effectively stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Communicated effectively with patients to understand their concerns, providing reassurance and emotional support during treatment.
- Assisted in the coordination of patient discharges by providing follow-up care instructions and resources to ensure smooth transitions.
- Facilitated patient safety by adhering to infection control practices, resulting in a reduction of hospital-acquired infections.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing insights that improved nursing workflows and patient care standards.
- Administered wound care and dressing changes, ensuring proper healing and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs within the healthcare setting, fostering a supportive and patient-centered environment.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with established protocols and high-quality patient care standards.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, ensuring smooth transitions and effective communication among healthcare teams.
- Conducted regular safety rounds to identify potential hazards and implement corrective measures to maintain a secure environment.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and optimize treatment strategies based on individual needs.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facility policies.
Patient Care Technician – Telemetry/Medical-Surgical Unit
New York Presbyterian Hospital - Hudson Valley Campus
08.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs & interpreted EKGs using cardiac monitoring tools to enhance patient outcomes
- Executed safety protocols for specimen collection & conducted blood glucose checks with precision & diligence
- Assist with ADLs, mobility, and safety interventions to prevent falls and hospital-acquired conditions
- Collaborate with RNs in monitoring cardiac rhythms and reporting critical changes promptly
- Contribute to patient comfort and satisfaction, consistently receiving positive feedback from patients and families
Licensed Practical Nurse
Schervier Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center
09.2020 - 02.2023
- Take and record the patient’s medical history and vital signs accurately.
- Observe patients under treatment to identify progress and side effects of medications/treatments
- Monitor patients’ condition, including fluid intake and output, and collect samples for lab testing as ordered
- Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing
- Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas, clean and dress wounds, and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
- Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort, and release instructions
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westchester Medical Center (Optimal Workforce Solutions)
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Administered care to diverse patient populations in a fast-paced hospital environment, catering to various medical needs
- Enhanced patient comfort & prevented complications by actively supporting feeding, hygiene, ambulation, & positioning, resulting in a 30% increase in patient comfort
- Recorded and reported patient data, supporting clinical decision-making
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain University
New Jersey08.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
New York Institute of Medical Careers
New York11.2016
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Care plan development
- Patient management
- Patient evaluation
- Team coordination
- EMR systems
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Vaccine administration
Affiliations
- Student Nurses’ Association (SNA)
- American Nurses Association (ANA) – Student Member
- Student Government Association (SGA)
- America Cancer Society (ACS)
- Emergency Nurses Association
- Oncology Nurses Association
- Nephrology Nurses Association
- Perioperative Nurses Association
Certification
- BLS – Basic Life Support (AHA) — Current
- Nursing Home Infection Preventionist — Current
- CNA – New York State — Current
- Practice ready specialty Certificates in Oncology Nursing, Emergency nursing, Nephrology nursing and Perioperative Nursing
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE (RN Student Rotations)
- Performed focused assessments, administered medications under supervision, and developed care plans using NANDA-I diagnoses.
- Collaborated with RNs and interdisciplinary teams to implement patient education strategies, including chronic disease management and discharge teaching.
- Monitored cardiac rhythms, performed wound care, and reinforced post-operative instructions to promote recovery.
Timeline
Registered Nurse Infection Control/Wound Care Nurse
Stamford Care Center
11.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse/ Nursing Supervisor
Clip Board Health
10.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician – Telemetry/Medical-Surgical Unit
New York Presbyterian Hospital - Hudson Valley Campus
08.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Schervier Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center
09.2020 - 02.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westchester Medical Center (Optimal Workforce Solutions)
06.2018 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
New York Institute of Medical Careers