Makechny Valcourt
Central Islip,NY
Summary
Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and experience caring for diverse adult patient populations. Skilled in medication administration, IV therapy, wound and catheter care, patient assessment, electronic documentation, and peritoneal dialysis. Dedicated to delivering safe, compassionate, evidence-based care while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Huntington Hospital
Huntington, NY
04.2025 - Current
- Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments safely in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and evidence-based nursing practices.
- Perform peritoneal dialysis, including assessment of the patient before, during, and after treatment; monitor dialysis exchanges, fluid balance, catheter site, and patient tolerance; and recognize and report potential complications.
- Provide wound care, catheter care, and other nursing interventions while maintaining infection-prevention and patient-safety standards.
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to a diverse adult patient population, prioritizing patient safety and tailoring individualized care plans.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate individualized patient care and promote positive outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on medications, treatment plans, disease management, and discharge instructions to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Documented assessments, interventions, dialysis treatments, patient responses, and changes in condition in the electronic medical record, ensuring accurate and timely information sharing.
Nurse Extern
Huntington Hospital
Huntington, NY
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Delivered comprehensive patient care, including bed baths, feeding assistance, and ambulation, enhancing overall patient comfort.
- Contributed to patient assessments, documentation, and care planning, supporting holistic patient care approach.
- Conducted blood glucose monitoring for patients to track their glucose levels and ensure proper management of diabetes. and electrocardiograms.
Nurse Liaison
East Neck Nursing Home and Rehabilitation
West Babylon, NY
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans.
- Coordinated and led recreational activities for patients with Alzheimer's disease, enhancing social interaction and quality of life.
- Developed engaging events aligned with resident interests and abilities, fostering community engagement. and programs tailored to the needs, abilities, and interests of residents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Farmingdale State College
Farmingdale, NY12-2024
Skills
- Medication management
- IV therapy
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Patient assessment
- Wound management
- Infection control
- Electronic documentation
- Patient education
Volunteer Experience
- Peer mentor, Farmingdale, Farmingdale, NY, 09/22, 12/24, Provide guidance, advice, feedback and support to mentees., Utilized Strategic thinking to help mentees succeed academically.
- Heart Saver, Centereach, Centereach, NY, 09/23, Performed Heart Screening for students., Recorded Electrocardiogram.
Licensure Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Peritoneal Dialysis - Clinical Experience
- Opioid Overdose Prevention, Yes Community Counseling Center, Farmingdale, NY
- Bleeding Control Basic Course, American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma, GSUH
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Huntington Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Nurse Extern
Huntington Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2025
Nurse Liaison
East Neck Nursing Home and Rehabilitation
12.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Farmingdale State College