Leslie Curran BSN, RN, CSN.
Registered Nurse
Ewing,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified School
Ewing Board Of Education
09.1994 - 12.2023
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Managed medication administration safely and accurately while maintaining meticulous documentation in electronic health records systems.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams; fostering trust, understanding, and improved communication across all parties involved.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
Registered Nurse
Princeton Nassau Pediatrics
04.1988 - 07.1998
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing individualized care.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the nursing unit to maximize efficiency while maintaining exceptional patient care standards.
Registered Nurse
Rutgers, The State University Of New Jersey
07.1983 - 04.1992
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Robert Wood Johnson Hospital
09.1979 - 03.1983
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Education
No Degree - School Nursing
The College of New Jersey
Trenton, NJ05.1993
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ05.1979
Skills
- Self-Directed
- Dependable and Responsible
- Critical Thinking
- Troubleshooting
- First Aid/CPR
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Student Screening
- Emergency Care
- Infectious Disease Control
- Seizure Disorders
- Infection Control
- Hearing Screenings
- Immunization Protocols
- Infection Control Measures
- Medication Administration Guidelines
- Health Program Evaluation
- Social Exclusion Assistance
- Scoliosis Screening
- Electronic Records Management
- Child Health Education
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Administer Medication
- Nursing Plan Development
Accomplishments
New Jersey Governor's award for Teacher of the Year in 2006
Affiliations
- Lead School Nurse at Ewing Public Schools
- Leader of a Knitting /Crochet Club at Ewing High School
Certification
School Nurse certification NJ since 1994
Registered Nurse in NJ since 1979
Timeline
Certified School
Ewing Board Of Education
09.1994 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Princeton Nassau Pediatrics
04.1988 - 07.1998
Registered Nurse
Rutgers, The State University Of New Jersey
07.1983 - 04.1992
Registered Nurse
Robert Wood Johnson Hospital
09.1979 - 03.1983
No Degree - School Nursing
The College of New Jersey
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Paterson University of New Jersey