Lesbia Campbell
Freeport,NY
Summary
Ambitious board-certified Registered Nurse preparing for an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AG-ACNP) role, with extensive experience in intensive care and post-anesthesia recovery settings. Demonstrates advanced clinical judgment in managing high-acuity, complex medical and surgical patients, with expertise in hemodynamic monitoring, ventilatory support, pain control, and early recognition of clinical deterioration. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement evidence-based, patient-centered treatment plans that optimize outcomes and minimize complications. Committed to delivering safe, high-quality care while continuously advancing clinical expertise through ongoing professional development and the integration of evidence-based practices.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Assistant Manager
NYU Langone Long Island
Mineola, NY
04.2013 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and optimal resource allocation.
- Developed training programs to enhance staff performance and improve patient care standards.
- Collaborated with department heads to implement process improvements and streamline communication.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making for service enhancement.
- Established quality assurance protocols to maintain compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Coordinated scheduling and staffing strategies to optimize coverage during peak operational periods.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
Registered Nurse, PACU
NYU Long Island
Mineola, NY
01.2011 - 04.2013
- Manage safe care for post-op patients through discharge.
- Pharmacologically and non-pharmacologically treat various diseases and disorders.
- Manage different patients across all levels of care simultaneously.
- Identify complications of anesthesia, and treat accordingly.
- Educating patients, and family members throughout the phases of recovery.
- Understanding and safely optimizing productivity and flow of PACU.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to optimize patient outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed post-anesthesia care for patients, ensuring safety and comfort during recovery.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications as per established protocols.
- Educated patients and families on recovery processes and discharge instructions.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development within the team.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in the PACU setting, such as wound care, dressing changes, and insertion of invasive monitoring devices.
- Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by assisting in the orientation of new staff members to PACU procedures and best practices.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical units through timely communication with preoperative and surgical suite staff regarding patient needs and status updates.
- Ensured continuity of care by effectively documenting patient assessments, interventions, responses, and progress in electronic medical records systems.
- Streamlined the discharge process for PACU patients, ensuring thorough education on home care instructions and follow-up appointments.
- Promoted teamwork among colleagues through active participation in huddles, meetings, initiatives, and collaborative projects within the department.
- Performed flawless autonomous practice consistent with evidence-based standards and patient care considerations.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Adult Critical Care Registered Nurse
Winthrop University Hospital
Mineola, NY
01.2005 - 02.2011
- Administered advanced life support measures in critical situations to stabilize patient conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Utilized electronic health records systems to document patient assessments and treatment progress accurately.
- Led quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and reducing infection rates in ICU units.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients, ensuring timely interventions for optimal outcomes.
- Assisted with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies under physician supervision when needed.
- Advocated for patient autonomy and rights during decision-making processes, upholding ethical principles in critical care nursing practice.
- Facilitated timely discharges through interdisciplinary collaboration and efficient coordination of post-acute care services for patients requiring ongoing support after ICU stay.
- Provided compassionate care to patients and families during end-of-life situations, demonstrating empathy and support.
- Implemented advanced life support measures during emergent situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until transfer to higher levels of care if necessary.
- Served as a preceptor for new graduate nurses, facilitating their transition into professional practice within the critical care setting.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Winthrop University Hospital
Mineola, NY
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring safety and comfort during procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patients' conditions accurately.
- Provided support to patients with daily living activities, enhancing overall well-being.
- Educated patients on health management, promoting adherence to care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Mentored junior nursing assistants, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Implemented process improvements for patient documentation, increasing accuracy and efficiency.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
New York University
New York, NY12.2028
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
State University of New York
Brooklyn, NY01.2009
Associate Degree - Nursing
Queensborough Community College
Oakland Gardens, NY04.2004
Skills
- Decision-making
- Team leadership
- Clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Ventilator management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Airway management
- Healthcare team collaboration
Certification
- ASPAN Member
- CPAN Certified
- American Heart ACLS
- American Heart PALS
- American Heart BLS
Licenses and Certificates
- NY State Registered Nurse : # 548554- March 17, 2001- February 28, 2027
- Certified Trauma Care After Resuscitation :November 7, 2023- November 7 2027
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support :March 2026- March 2028
- Basic Cardiac Life Support August 2025- August 2027
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support: October 2024- October 2026
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse Assistant Manager
NYU Langone Long Island
04.2013 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
NYU Long Island
01.2011 - 04.2013
Adult Critical Care Registered Nurse
Winthrop University Hospital
01.2005 - 02.2011
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Winthrop University Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2005
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
New York University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
State University of New York
Associate Degree - Nursing
Queensborough Community College