JOSEPHINE DIAZ
Bronx
Summary
Dependable, Bi-lingual Registered Nurse trained to work in high-stress environments and stay calm under pressure. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with excellent healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse (Agency)
BronxCare Health System
01.2023 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented data related to patient care using Allscripts
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Staff Nurse (Agency)
Mount Sinai West
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Staff Nurse
Jacobi Medical Center
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Collected blood, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Document in an accurate and thorough manner in compliance with hospital, regulatory and legal requirements and standards of care
- Administer COVID-19 Vaccines
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Jacobi Medical Center
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Administered vaccinations via intramuscular injection and completed proper documentation.
- Increased patient satisfaction by delivering efficient and accurate COVID-19 vaccinations in a timely manner.
- Educated patients on the importance of vaccination, addressing concerns and providing accurate information about possible side effects.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse patient populations, fostering trust and alleviating anxiety regarding the vaccination process.
Staff Nurse (Agency)
Isolation Hotel
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Conduct safety and wellness checks for COVID-19 exposed patients every 2 hours and 4 hours
- Documented data related to patient care using EPIC
- Assessed condition of patients and provided patient education
- Ensured patients temperature, heart rate, and pulse oximeter readings were with in clinically normal range and escalated any changes to Medical Doctor on call
- Performed On-Site COVID-19 testing and educated patients on how to properly self test
- Overseeing LPN and CNA patient care operations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Inter American University of Puerto Rico Metropolitan Campus
San Juan, PR02.2019
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York
Bronx, NY06.2012
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Patient Care Assessment
- Clear Patient Communication
- Care Planning
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Education
- Experienced in EPIC & Allscripts
- Vaccine administration
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - #795224, 2020
- Basic Life Support Certified (AHA) 2020
Timeline
Staff Nurse (Agency)
BronxCare Health System
01.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse (Agency)
Mount Sinai West
10.2022 - 01.2023
Staff Nurse
Jacobi Medical Center
02.2022 - 10.2022
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Jacobi Medical Center
06.2021 - 02.2022
Staff Nurse (Agency)
Isolation Hotel
11.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Inter American University of Puerto Rico Metropolitan Campus
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York