I like to read, play video games, go to the gym, and spend quality time with friends and family
Jessica Figueroa
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in Neurology and Neurosurgery, currently enhancing nursing education through clinical instruction of students. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care while improving nursing competencies in collaborative environments. Passionate about advancing the nursing profession through innovative teaching methods and a focus on quality outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Clinician
NYU Langone Health
08.2024 - Current
- Recovered and managed adult patients who underwent various neurosurgical interventions, such as craniotomies/craniectomies, angio/embolization, spinal surgeries, and Radiation Oncology procedures for prostate/ GU cancers
- Monitored patient charting to facilitate complete, accurate patient records using Epic.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to maintain up-to-date knowledge on best nursing practices and advancements within the field.
- Oversaw unit flow, created assignments, and coordinated with other PACUs for consolidation needs as Charge RN
Clinical Adjunct Professor
Pace University
01.2025 - Current
- Enhanced student competencies through effective mentoring in clinical practices.
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Ensured academic rigor by evaluating student performance through structured assessments.
- Aligned course objectives with accreditation standards through faculty collaboration.
- Conducted skill-building workshops, improving students' proficiency in clinical techniques.
Nurse Clinician
NYU Langone Health
08.2019 - 07.2024
- Assessment and management of Emergency Department admissions and identifying/managing life-threatening postoperative complications such as acute hemodynamic instability and airway protection.
- Recovered and managed adult patients who underwent various neurosurgical interventions, such as craniotomies/craniectomies, angio/embolization, and spinal surgeries
- Oversaw unit functions and completed patient assignments as Charge Nurse
- Participated in Unit Practice Counsel, brainstorming ways to improve unit workflow to provide optimal patient care and safety
- Precepted new graduate staff RNs to the daily flow of the unit and provided guidance throughout orientation
Staff RN Medical Surgical Telemetry
NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Assessed and cared for adult patients who underwent orthopedic surgeries on a Medical/Surgical Telemetry unit and Participated in HRO (High-Reliability Organization) meetings
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
New York University
New York, New York05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pace University
Pleasantville, New York05.2018
Skills
- Extra Ventricular Drain and Lumbar Drain management
- Procedural sedation and continuous infusions
- Rapid sequence intubation and ventilator management
- Recovery and Postoperative pain management
- Escalation of Rapid Response, Cardiopulmonary Response Team, and Stroke Codes
- Identifying and treating abnormal EKG changes
- Placement and management of urinary catheters, intermittent catheterization, arterial and central lines, and peripheral IVs
Accomplishments
DAISY Aware Nominee
Certification
- New York State Registered Nurse April 2027
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association 2027
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, American Heart Association March 2026
- Stroke Certified Registered Nurse, American Board of Neuroscience Nursing 2030
- Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse, American Association of Critical Care Nurses 2028
Interests
Timeline
Clinical Adjunct Professor
Pace University
01.2025 - Current
Nurse Clinician
NYU Langone Health
08.2024 - Current
Nurse Clinician
NYU Langone Health
08.2019 - 07.2024
Staff RN Medical Surgical Telemetry
NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital
11.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pace University
Master of Science - Nursing Education
New York University