Lenecia Blackwood
Registered Nurse
Bronx,NY
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a robust background in patient care and medical support, recognized for fostering collaboration among medical teams to ensure high-quality care tailored to evolving patient needs. Proficient in patient assessment and medication administration, complemented by a commitment to compassionate care and unwavering reliability. A strong advocate for patient-centered approaches, consistently striving to enhance the overall healthcare experience through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse Medical-Surgical Care
Montefiore Moses Hospital
Bronx, NY
03.2024 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, such as taking vital signs, measuring intake and output, collecting specimens.
- Performed basic nursing skills including wound dressing changes and catheter insertion and removal.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
- Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Social Worker
Montefiore Hospital Wakefield
Bronx, NY
08.2018 - 03.2024
- Perform comprehensive assessment of a patient's support needs, while working with patient's family, support system, and other health service providers to coordinate an individualized discharge plan for in-home medical equipment, transportation, meal plans.
- Interacted with patients to provide emotional support, comfort and reassurance.
- Exhibited sound judgment when making decisions related to patient safety measures.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when working with diverse populations from different ethnic backgrounds.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Advocated for clients'' rights, navigating complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Coordinated external healthcare professionals to uphold high-quality, person-centered care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure cohesive support strategies for clients.
Social Work Supervisor
The Jewish Board
Bronx, New York
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Interacted with patients to provide emotional support, comfort and reassurance.
- Assessed patient's physical and psychosocial status to determine readiness for discharge.
- Assisted with implementation of treatment plans and nursing protocols.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with patients through empathetic listening techniques.
- Responsible for direct care, oversight of administrative and clinical supervision and staff performance evaluation.
- Provide proactive professional Social Service care to adult clients suffering with physical and/or mental challenges that impede their ability to care for themselves.
HARP Care Coordinator
The Jewish Board
Bronx, New York
01.2006 - 07.2017
- Provide proactive professional Social Service care to adult clients suffering with physical and/or mental challenges that impede their ability to care for themselves.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College
Bronx, NY08.2023
Master of Science - Social Work
Adelphi University
New York, NY08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
York College
Jamaica, New York, NY05.2013
Skills
Experienced with EPIC systems
Patient care management
Active listening skills
Collaborative team management
Medication administration
Infection control measures
Certification
Registered Nurse, New York State Board of Nursing
Timeline
Registered Nurse Medical-Surgical Care
Montefiore Moses Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Social Worker
Montefiore Hospital Wakefield
08.2018 - 03.2024
Social Work Supervisor
The Jewish Board
07.2017 - 08.2018
HARP Care Coordinator
The Jewish Board
01.2006 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College
Master of Science - Social Work
Adelphi University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
York College