Katie Barrientos
Staten Island
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse that is patient-care oriented, while bringing forth a compassionate and friendly attitude. Well organized individual with an ambitious mindset, eager to learn and adapt in a fast-paced work environment. Proven multitasker who works well with others, but is not afraid to take the lead. Committed to utilizing all skills to provide positive patient outcomes, while working towards the mission of the medical facility.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
NYU Langone Fertility Center
07.2024 - Current
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Provided emotional support to patients during their fertility journey, fostering trust and open communication.
- Improved patient adherence to medication regimens by providing clear instructions and reminders about medication administration schedules.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
NYU Langone Brooklyn
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
OR/Pre-Op Registered Nurse
Brooklyn Eye Surgery Center
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Monitor surgical patients and deliver quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Collect tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepare for lab testing.
- Update patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Provide direct support to surgical team during procedures by multiple eye surgeons. Average patient workload of 35+ procedures per day.
Registered Nurse
New York City Health And Hospitals
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Perform COVID-19 specimen testing with daily average of 50+ patients
- Maintain clinical standards and all infectious disease practices according to protocols.
- Follow established policies and procedures for quality control performance and documentation
- Aid in preparation for all testing, daily set-up, and cleaning and disinfection of testing site area.
Nursing Student
Northern Westchester Hospital
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Provided prompt patient assessment upon patient arrival to determine priority of care.
- Performed medical procedures, including EKG, cardiac monitoring, taking vital signs, nasal swab testing, and administering medications.
- Monitored ER patients and collaborated with other health care team members to discuss patient condition and medical needs
- Provided clear aftercare instructions to discharged patients and answered patient questions.
Medical Assistant
Natow Rosenberg & Pion MD
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations, as well as cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
- Recorded patients' medical history, current prescriptions, information such as test results in medical records, and collected patient forms
- Helped physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments or materials or assisting in tasks like biopsies and C&D (curettage and desiccation)
Nursing Student
North South University Hospital
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records
- Prepared and administered medications as directed by a physician.
- Supervised and coordinated patient care and supported staff activities.
Nursing Student
Nassau University Medical Center
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Communicated with patients to ascertain feelings or need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Assisted nurses or physicians in operation of medical equipment or provision of patient care.
Nursing Student
Long Island Jewish Hospital
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Provided physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising
- Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff
- Answered patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05.2021
Skills
- Interpersonal communicator
- Patient Examination
- Pre and Post-Procedure Inventories
- Infection Control
- Circulating Nursing
- Emergency Situations
Certification
- Registered Nurse License: 830062
- BLS American Heart Association Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification
- ACLS American Heart Association Certification
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
NYU Langone Fertility Center
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
NYU Langone Brooklyn
02.2023 - 07.2024
OR/Pre-Op Registered Nurse
Brooklyn Eye Surgery Center
06.2022 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
New York City Health And Hospitals
12.2021 - 06.2022
Nursing Student
Northern Westchester Hospital
03.2021 - 05.2021
Medical Assistant
Natow Rosenberg & Pion MD
05.2020 - 12.2020
Nursing Student
North South University Hospital
01.2020 - 05.2020
Nursing Student
Nassau University Medical Center
01.2020 - 05.2020
Nursing Student
Long Island Jewish Hospital
09.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Adelphi University
- Registered Nurse License: 830062
- BLS American Heart Association Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification
- ACLS American Heart Association Certification
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