Laura O'Connor
Pequannock
Summary
Dedicated Nurse Practitioner with a strong clinical background in wellness, preventive care, and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nursing. Experienced in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care across diverse healthcare settings, with expertise in health promotion, acute patient assessment, post-operative recovery, and evidence-based treatment planning. Skilled at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes while emphasizing education, disease prevention, and holistic wellness. Committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care that promotes long-term health and recovery.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Morristown Medical Center ASC
Morristown, NJ
05.2026 - Current
- Administered post-anesthesia care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during recovery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care procedures and discharge instructions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and recovery progress in electronic health records.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and regulatory guidelines.
Wellness and Aesthetics Nurse Practitioner
Relive Health
Warren, NJ
01.2026 - Current
- Provides comprehensive wellness services including medical weight management, hormone replacement therapy, IV nutrient therapy,
- Interprets laboratory results and develops personalized treatment protocols.
- Performs comprehensive aesthetic consultations and develops individualized treatment plans.
- Administers injectable treatments including neuromodulators and dermal fillers while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety.
- Educates patients on nutrition, lifestyle modification and disease prevention.
- Maintains detailed EMR documentation and ensures compliance with evidence-based clinical standards.
Nurse Practitioner
Madison Medical Center
Madison, NJ
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient-centered care delivery.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve clinical outcomes in diverse populations.
Registered Nurse, PACU
SCA Health
Englewood, NJ
09.2021 - 06.2025
- Assisted in managing pain relief protocols and medication administration post-surgery.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in the PACU setting, such as wound care, dressing changes, and insertion of invasive monitoring devices.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Promoted teamwork among colleagues through active participation in huddles, meetings, initiatives, and collaborative projects within the department.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ11-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ09-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Science
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05-2018
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Physical assessments
- Epic Software
- Procedure preparations
- Complex Problem-solving
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)- American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)-American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)- American Heart Association
- Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler Certification
Licenses
State Board of New Jersey- Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
State Board of New York- Certified Nurse Practitioner
DEA & CDS (New Jersey)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Morristown Medical Center ASC
05.2026 - Current
Wellness and Aesthetics Nurse Practitioner
Relive Health
01.2026 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Madison Medical Center
06.2025 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse, PACU
SCA Health
09.2021 - 06.2025
Master of Science - Nursing
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bergen Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Science
Rowan University