KHADEGA IMAM BSN-RN
Staten Island ,NY
Summary
Resourceful and compassionate, excelling in fast-paced environments. Well-versed in neuro-critical care principles and adept at utilizing advanced medical equipment and critical care patient monitoring systems. Dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and improving outcomes through meticulous attention to detail and teamwork.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical ICU/ Trauma Level 1/ Neuro ICU
Maimonides Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted neurological assessments at regular intervals, detecting subtle changes in clinical status that could signal worsening conditions or potential complications.
- Trained in use of EVD/ICP monitoring, understanding how to accurately measure and when to report to physician when ICP is above 20.
- Efficiently prioritized tasks during high-stress situations, maintaining a calm demeanor while providing exceptional patient care under challenging conditions.
- Safely titrated vasoactive medications according to hemodynamic parameters, optimizing blood pressure management for critically ill patients.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically ill patients, ensuring optimal respiratory support while minimizing complications.
- Assisted physicians during complex bedside procedures such as lumbar punctures or central line insertions, ensuring successful outcomes and minimal discomfort for patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Community Health Clinical
NYU Perlmutter Cancer Center
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Enhanced community health through delivering educational presentations on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
- Participated in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to stay abreast of best practices and emerging trends in community health nursing.
- Utilized advanced communication techniques to foster rapport with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals, contributing to a positive care experience for all involved parties.
Medical Surgical/Telemetry Unit Clinical
NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency in maintaining electronic medical records.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on best nursing practices by attending continuing education courses and staying current with professional literature.
- Utilized telemetry equipment to closely monitor vital signs and quickly identify any abnormalities or potential complications.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying changes in condition that required intervention or escalation of care.
Pediatrics (Pediatric Emergency Room) Clinical
NYU Tisch Hospital Manhattan
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic and compassionate care to children and their families.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices in pediatric emergency nursing.
Maternity (Labor & Delivery Unit)
NYU Langone Hospital Long Island
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Educated expectant parents on prenatal care, childbirth options, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn care for informed decision making.
- Observed physicians during cesarean sections, forceps deliveries, and vacuum extractions to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Assessed neonates immediately after delivery for any signs of distress or complications, initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Mental Health/Psychiatric Unit Clinical
NYU Langone Tisch Hospital Manhattan
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized nursing plans.
- Adapted nursing approaches in response to diverse cultural backgrounds and sensitivities among the patient population served.
- Assisted and observed physicians in conducting bedside procedures such as lumbar punctures, central line placements, and endotracheal intubations.
Medical Surgical Unit Clinical Rotation
NYU Langone Kimmel & Tisch Hospital Manhattan
09.2021 - 06.2022
Emergency Department Nurse Extern
Mount Sinai West Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies
- Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments, and evaluated laboratory
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions and updated clinical supervisors with current information
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and their families
- Observed on trauma team and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New York University
New York, NYBachelor of Science - Psychology
The City University of New York, College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY05.2014
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
- Basic life support
- Neurological monitoring
- Intracranial pressure monitoring
- Central line management
- End-of-life care
- Traumatic brain injury care
- Seizure management
- FLO-TRAC management
- Multi-pressor management
- Sedation management
- Blood transfusion
- Ventilator management
- Advanced cardiac life support
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse, New York State Board of Nursing, 878817, 03/01/23
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, American Heart Association, 09/01/21
Accomplishments
- Honoree of Psychology of science department
- Dean's List (2017, 2019, 2020)
Cunyservicecorps
CUNY Service Corps Member | 30,000 Degrees program in New Dorp High School, Completed accelerated training focusing on community engagement and workplace readiness, attended workshops, meetings and participated in campus and university wide events., Served as representative for Service Corps at CUNY events., Mentored High school students daily by educating students on setting their goals and taking a step forward into applying for college.
Extracurricular Activities
Public Relations Coordinator for Emergency Nurses Association Club at NYU, 10/04/21 - 10/22, Critical Care Nursing Association Club member, Nurse Anesthetist and Practitioner Student Interest Group (NAPSIG) Club member, Strides Against Breast Cancer New York Rory Meyers Team, 10/17/21
Research
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Performed Experimental work with a sensory memory task program using two-way ANOVA.
- Delivered poster presentation on short-term memory at the Annual Undergraduate Research Conference in 2017 & earned Recognition in research Publication.
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Surgical ICU/ Trauma Level 1/ Neuro ICU
Maimonides Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
Community Health Clinical
NYU Perlmutter Cancer Center
09.2022 - 12.2022
Medical Surgical/Telemetry Unit Clinical
NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn
06.2022 - 12.2022
Pediatrics (Pediatric Emergency Room) Clinical
NYU Tisch Hospital Manhattan
06.2022 - 12.2022
Maternity (Labor & Delivery Unit)
NYU Langone Hospital Long Island
06.2022 - 12.2022
Mental Health/Psychiatric Unit Clinical
NYU Langone Tisch Hospital Manhattan
03.2022 - 06.2022
Emergency Department Nurse Extern
Mount Sinai West Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2022
Medical Surgical Unit Clinical Rotation
NYU Langone Kimmel & Tisch Hospital Manhattan
09.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The City University of New York, College of Staten Island
- Licensed Registered Nurse, New York State Board of Nursing, 878817, 03/01/23
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, American Heart Association, 09/01/21
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New York University
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