Sandy Eskandar
Parlin,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at NYP Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, excelling in patient advocacy and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective discharge planning and team collaboration. Skilled in electronic medical records and infection control, consistently ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations while providing compassionate care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
NYP Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Medical Assistant
Bard Podiatry Associates
Staten Island, NY
09.2017 - 10.2023
- Interviewing patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements, and vital signs.
- Assist the doctor in performing basic foot assessments of newborns and infants.
- Assist with wound dressing changes, cast materials, and help with setting up basic office surgical procedures.
- Train new staff on quality control procedures.
- Help assist the doctor with sending medication electronically.
- Manage general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance verifications, and authorizing MRI, CT, and Ultrasounds.
- Demonstrate ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.
- Collecting culture and other laboratory specimens and preparing them for lab testing.
New York Presbyterian Children's Hospital
New York, NY
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Specialty: Pediatrics
- Completed 60 hours of clinical experience.
- Assisted skilled nurses in the ED gathering intake information.
- Performed vital signs.
- Communicated in a therapeutic way with patients and their parents/guardian.
- Provided emotional support for children and their families.
New York Presbyterian Columbia
New York, NY
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Specialty: Medical/Surgical/Transplant Unit
- Completed 120 hours of clinical experience.
- Provided support for the transport of patients and ensured a safe environment in compliance with hospital regulations.
- Created medical reports and documentation of patient symptoms.
- Assisted skilled nurses in medication/IV administration.
- Performed physical assessment on patients and provided wound care.
- Performed colostomy, ileostomy, and trachea care for patients.
- Administered heparin injections and performed septic techniques for central venous line.
- Treat patients using pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases, and injuries.
Montefiore Medical Center
Bronx, NY
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Completed 60 hours of clinical experience.
- Physically assessed newborns immediately after delivery, determined APGAR scores, administered vitamin K injections, erythromycin ointment and bathed newborns along with performing chest physiotherapy.
- Educated new parents post-delivery care of moms and babies, including the basics of infant breast and bottle feeding.
- Assisted in the care of pregnant women by monitoring heart rates, assessing fundus and lochia hourly, vital signs, and with patient ambulation post-birth.
- Observed and worked alongside doctors and nurses with both vaginal and C-section deliveries.
- Assisted OR nurse with drawing blood from the umbilical cord after a C-section.
- Worked alongside triage nurses performing intake assessments on incoming patients.
Bronx Medical Care
Bronx, NY
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Specialty: Medical/Surgical
- Completed 120 hours of clinical experience.
- Assisted with performing EKG.
- Performed a head to toe assessment on incoming patients.
- Assisted a nurse assistant with performing a bed bath.
- Monitored patient vital signs, collected blood samples, administered medication in accordance with physician treatment plans, and performed patient testing under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Assisted patients with ADLs, performed physical examinations, and supported registered nurse with patient intake and discharge.
St. Vincents
Westchester, NY
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Specialty: Psychiatry
- Fulfilled 90 hours of clinical experience.
- Participated in treatment planning and intake of clients.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully analyzing proper dosages as ordered when administering medications.
- Participated in group therapy sessions and provided additional support and therapeutic communication with patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand and effectively modify treatment plans.
St. Patrick's Nursing Home
Bronx, NY
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Specialty: Fundamentals
- Completed 120 hours of clinical experience.
- Provided support for the transport of patients and ensured a safe environment in compliance with nursing home policies.
- Assisted with distributing lunch and helped with feeding the patients.
- Performed a full physical assessment on patients for any signs of ulcers.
- Assisted patients with ADLs.
- Assisted with medication administration and vitals signs along with glucose checks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Mount Saint Vincent
05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
College of Staten Island
05.2020
Skills
- Electronic medical records
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Infection control
- Discharge planning
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Wound care
- Time management
- Patient advocacy
- Maintaining privacy
- Staff training
- Emergency procedures
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Tracheostomy care
Personal Information
Title: RN, BSN
Volunteer Experience
Archangel Michael & St. Mena's Coptic Orthodox Church, Staten Island, NY, 08/01/12, 09/01/21, Plan and coordinate weekly services., Organized multiple lectures for youth., Organized mission trips such as midnight runs and soup kitchens to feed the homeless., Oversee small groups of youth, where I visit, guide, and support those who are going through personal struggles, life skills, as well as personal and academic coaching., Organized gateway spiritual retreats and planning events and time management.
Licensure Certifications Professional Affiliations
- NY State RN License, 08/01/23
- Child Abuse, 04/01/25
- BLS for Healthcare Provider, 08/01/23
- American Nurses' Association (ANA) Member, 08/01/23
- New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) Member, 04/01/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
NYP Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
10.2023 - Current
New York Presbyterian Children's Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2023
New York Presbyterian Columbia
01.2023 - 05.2023
Montefiore Medical Center
01.2023 - 03.2023
Bronx Medical Care
09.2022 - 12.2022
St. Vincents
06.2022 - 07.2022
St. Patrick's Nursing Home
09.2021 - 12.2021
Medical Assistant
Bard Podiatry Associates
09.2017 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Mount Saint Vincent
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
College of Staten Island
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