Luz Melanie Peralta
HUNTINGTON,New York
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Huntington Hospital, Magnet Hospital
2023.01 - Current
- Ensured smooth workflow by coordinating pre-and post-procedure activities for patients undergoing cardiac catheterization.
- Delivered compassionate nursing care while managing emotional needs of patients undergoing invasive cardiac procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care in the Cardiac Cath Lab setting.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and hemodynamic parameters during procedures.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Huntington Hospital, Magnet Hospital
2014.08 - 2023.01
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Hunter Business School
2022.09 - Current
- Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
- Maintained open lines of communication with students, offering support and guidance throughout their educational journey.
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
- Oriented and provided instruction to students during clinical rotations.
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Served as a role model for professional behavior and ethical decision-making in the clinical environment.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Psychiatric Nurse Practioner
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY12.2012
Skills
- Vascular Access Management
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Adaptable to change
- Documentation accuracy
- Critical Care Nursing
- Electronic Charting
- Intravenous Therapy Administration
- Emergency Response
- Cultural Competency
Certification
- Certified Emergency Room Nurse
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Huntington Hospital, Magnet Hospital
2023.01 - Current
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Hunter Business School
2022.09 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Huntington Hospital, Magnet Hospital
2014.08 - 2023.01
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Psychiatric Nurse Practioner
Hofstra University
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Molloy College
- Certified Emergency Room Nurse
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