Currently working as a Medical-Surgical Nurse, worked as a Psychiatric Nurse for 9 years ( Including 4 years as an Admission/discharge/group therapy/peers to peers review and treatment plan for young adults, kids and geriatrics). Functioned as a leader and utilization review for high risk patients with Dementia/Alzheimer’s as well as other populations using EMR. Worked as a Nursing Supervisor, telemetry/acute and long term care. Assures high-quality care through peer review and orientation, pre-admissions screening/admission, Implements educational programs. Maintains accurate reporting and recording to policies and procedures Interdisciplinary program evaluation. Providing wound care for all stages of decubitus, wound vacs, direct patient care and flexibility. Fire safety, accident and injury prevention programs. Family support and communication
IV's, vents, cardiac monitoring, Administering blood products, TPN's, Ventilators, dispensing medications. Customer Service is my specialty.
First-Line Supervisor with [Number] years of experience in personal service industry. Solid record of continuing education to stay abreast of industry trends and developments. Collaborates with managers and supervisors to stay informed of changes affecting operations. Observes and evaluates workers' appearance and performance for compliance with specifications.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home care supervisor
Preferred Home care
05.2018 - Current
Med-Surgical Nurse
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center (Formally called Bergen Pines/BRMC)
10.2002 - Current
Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests
Self-directed with astute judgment skills
High level of personal accountability
Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge
Performed lab tests and communicated results
Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans
Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
Closely monitored acute conditions
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation
Ensured HIPAA compliance
Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia
Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses
Documented patient information obtained from interviews
Delegated staff nurse duties
Effectively managed clinical oversight for 44-bed unit
Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens
Trained new staff on quality control procedures
Followed infection control procedures
Monitored fluid intake and output levels
Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients
Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring
Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing
Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records
Scheduled patient admissions and discharges
Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
Education
Associate of Applied Science: Registered Nurse Program -
Jersey College School of Nursing
Teterboro, NJ
Study Bachelor of Science Nursing -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona
Currently studying at Walden University to become a mental health Nurse Practitioner -
License Practical nurse (LPN) -
Merit School of Allied Health
Harrison, NJ
01.2005
Skills
Strong clinical judgment
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Palliative care awareness
Strong manager & leader
Preceptor
Fall safety prevention
Successfully directs staff meetings
Tracheostomy care
High level of autonomy
Extremely good with problem solving
Certification
Registered nurse in New Jersey
Bachelor of Science Nursing
Basic Life Support (BCLS) Certification year to present medical
IV Certification
Currently studying at Walden University for Nurse Practitioner
Accomplishments
Professional Supervisor Lead master preceptor for new nursing staff. Developed and organized over 48 charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference. Quality Assurance
Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPP, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
Timeline
Home care supervisor
Preferred Home care
05.2018 - Current
Med-Surgical Nurse
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center (Formally called Bergen Pines/BRMC)
10.2002 - Current
Associate of Applied Science: Registered Nurse Program -
Jersey College School of Nursing
Study Bachelor of Science Nursing -
Grand Canyon University
Currently studying at Walden University to become a mental health Nurse Practitioner -
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