Registered nurse with strong communication skills and a focus on patient-centered care. Provides emergency and critical care in high-acuity environments while maintaining safety and documentation standards. Improves patient satisfaction through attentive service, education, and collaboration with healthcare providers.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Nurse
New York Health And Hospitals
Elmhurst, New York
08.2026 - Current
Delivered community-based nursing support to patients in home and field settings, enhancing access to care.
Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, medication reconciliation, health education, and care coordination to facilitate informed health decisions.
Maintained current documentation while independently managing patient visits and daily workflow, ensuring continuity of care.
Staff Nurse
New York Health+ Hospitals - Correctional Health
East Elmhurst
05.2025 - 08.2026
Administered medications, including controlled substances, to an average of 50 inmates daily while following strict correctional protocols to ensure compliance and safety.
Provided wound care, infection control, and post-operative monitoring for incarcerated patients daily at Rikers Island
Responded to over 20 medical emergencies, including assaults and cardiac events, and stabilized patients within critical timeframes of under 10 minutes.
Educated patients on disease prevention, medication adherence, hygiene, and healthy lifestyle practices to promote long-term wellness.
RN Field Nurse Assessor
Better Home Health Care Agency Inc.
Rockville Centre, NY
07.2024 - 05.2025
Led daily review of average 6 patients and coordinated multidisciplinary care plans aligned with individual health needs, strengthening patient care coordination.
Supervised 25 home health aides to support higher patient care quality while maintaining compliance with medical requirements.
Tracked and recorded symptoms and treatment responses across diverse patient groups and applied tailored preventive measures that reduced adverse events by 20%.
Licensed Practical Nurse (Ophthalmology)
Advantage Care Physicians
Elmhurst, NY
01.2018 - 06.2024
Delivered critical tools to retina MD for 100+ intravitreal injection procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Evaluated eye health for 300+ diverse patients utilizing the EPIC EMR system, enhancing care efficiency.
Coordinated medication orders for 20+ patients with glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy, monitoring adherence to treatment plans for optimal condition management.
Administered preoperative and postoperative care for 75+ cataract surgery patients, ensuring comfort and supporting smooth recovery.
LPN Nursing Supervisor
The Bristals Senior Living
North Hills, NY
02.2017 - 12.2017
Administered medications to 15+ patients daily and performed LPN procedures, including glucose checks and vital signs, while educating patients on their individualized care plans to enhance patient understanding and adherence.
Delegated tasks to CNA and medication aide staff, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Managed care for over 75 patients with various conditions, providing personalized education and support through regular follow-ups to enhance treatment adherence.
Hospice Field LPN
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
Brooklyn, NY
08.2016 - 04.2017
Visited and managed care for an average of 20+ patients weekly, providing critical interventions including medication administration, infection control, and wound care using wound vacs and PleurX drainage techniques.
Provided emotional support and presence during crisis moments and at the time of death, helping families navigate grief with compassion and clarity.
Maintained accurate, timely documentation in EHR systems, ensuring compliance with hospice regulations and quality-of-care standards.
Coordinated medication delivery, equipment needs, and follow-up visits, ensuring patients had the resources required for comfort and safety at home.
Licensed Vocational Nurse Shift Supervisor
Silverado Senior Living
Southlake, TX
06.2015 - 06.2016
Administered medications and treatments to over 40 patients, reported patient condition changes to physicians, and supervised nursing aides to elevate patient care standards.
Supervised Medication Aides to enhance medication cart organization, leading to a 15% reduction in medication errors while coordinating shift assignments to support staff efficiency.
Addressed and documented visitor concerns, coordinating timely follow-ups on 50+ inquiries monthly, leading to a 20% improvement in customer satisfaction ratings.
Wound/Treatment Nurse
Northe Point Nursing and Rehabilitation
Watauga, TX
01.2014 - 08.2015
Collaborated with a physician and nurse practitioner during weekly patient rounds, providing debridement care for up to 25 patients each week, ensuring optimal wound healing.
Implemented vacuum-assisted closure treatments on chronic wounds, accelerating healing times by 30%.
Educated a team of 20 nurses on wound care best practices, achieving a 15% rise in compliance scores.
Evening Nursing Supervisor (Per-Diem)
Sunrise Senior Living
Lynbrook, NY
06.2013 - 12.2013
Managed care for up to 10 residents daily through tailored care plans, accurately administering medications and monitoring vital signs to ensure stable health outcomes.
Transcribed 20+ verbal and written medical orders daily in a facility setting, documented accurate nursing notes, and coordinated necessary follow-up actions within 24 hours.
LPN Supervisor
80th Street Residence
New York, NY
10.2011 - 05.2013
Processed an average of 20 telephone prescriptions from medical doctors daily, communicated prescription details to pharmacies within 15 minutes to maintain accuracy and enhance patient care.
Perform patient assessments, including vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition, to determine necessary nursing care and adjustments to treatment plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior University
Albany, NY
05-2023
Practical Nurse Certificate - Practical Nursing
Metropolitan Learning Institute
Jersey City, NJ
05-2010
High School Diploma -
High School of Graphic Communication Arts
New York, NY
06-1998
Skills
Medication Administration
Care coordination
Hospice experience
Proficient in electronic medical record (EMR) and healthcare documentation systems, including Epic, Alaya Care, HHA exchange, Sigma, CHER, and Cantata; currently gaining experience with OASIS documentation
Infection Control
Wound Care
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Certification
Board Registered Nurse (RN), License # 933945, Board Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), License # #306039, Basic Life Support (BLS)