Mandy Feliciano
Springfield,MA
Summary
I aim to obtain a challenging and rewarding position in a professional organization where my gained experience can be added to and enhanced. Hardworking Registered nurse well-versed in primary care with twenty-three years of experience. Treats patients of all ages and specializes in delivering effective quality nursing care. Performs in stressful crises and interprets and applies policies and procedures with sound judgment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mercy Medical Center: Emergency Room
Springfield, MA
07.2023 - Current
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Provided patient care according to established standards and protocols.
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
- Educated patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for appropriate nursing interventions.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care outcomes were achieved.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
02.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop patient care plans.
- Assessed and evaluated patients' medical condition and developed treatment plan.
- Provided emergency medical services, including triage, resuscitation, stabilization and transport of critically ill or injured patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and performed other nursing interventions as needed.
- Performed laboratory procedures such as blood draws, EKGs and urine analysis.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions by observing patient's response to treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided and progress notes in electronic medical record system.
- Demonstrated proficiency in use of lifesaving equipment such as defibrillators, oxygen delivery systems and intravenous pumps.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures including intubations, lumbar punctures and wound debridement and closure.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessment of trauma victims using advanced skills such as airway management techniques.
- Educated family members about proper home care instructions for post-discharge recovery.
- Maintained current knowledge regarding advances in emergency medicine practices through continuing education courses.
Staff Nurse
Holyoke Medical Center
Holyoke, Massachusetts
07.2018 - 02.2021
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
Program RN
Quality Life Health Center
West Springfield, MA
11.2016 - 06.2018
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate, and weight.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records by HIPAA regulations.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting fundamental rights, values, and beliefs.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Staff RN Level 2
Baystate Medical Center
07.2015 - 09.2016
- Worked a Level 1 Trauma setting alongside an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals providing critical care in emergency situations of all acuity levels to patients in different developmental stages of life
- Through initial assessments able to begin care with protocol orders ranging from Sepsis, Stroke to Cardiac and Respiratory
- Initiated IV therapy as well as administration of medications according to the need of the patient’s condition
- Gave care in a holistic manner to patients and their family members as well.
Staff RN
Montefiore Medical Center Emergency Department
01.2008 - 01.2013
- In collaboration with a healthcare professional interdisciplinary team, provide emergency care to patients of different ages and acuity levels
- My responsibilities included initiation, maintenance and constant evaluation of IV therapy alongside medication administration
- Provide an objective assessment during triage initiating care in the appropriate areas of the ED
- Within my scope of duties, acted as charge nurse facilitating the needs of patients, families and healthcare staff: problem solving and maintenance of organization of the ED
- Transportation of patients to other wards imparting pertinent information for their continuous care, Preceptor to new oncoming nursing staff.
Health Care Specialist/Staff RN
YAI/NIPD N.Y N.Y
01.2003 - 01.2008
- YAI (Young Adult Institute) gave me the opportunity to work with a very distinct population of patients; patients who were both physically and mentally challenged
- This particular population ranged from various levels of MR
- Nursing duties included the complete coordination of care for each consumer within the residential from clinical appointments to recreational activities
- Residential Technical Nursing responsibilities included gastrostomy tube care and feeding, medication administration, wound care as well as prevention of the same, catheterization, and suctioning as needed
- Prepared comprehensive reports for weekly, 6 months, and yearly case conferences
- In-service trainings.
Staff RN
Hermanos Melendez Hospital Pre/Post surgical ward Bayamon, Puerto Rico
01.2002 - 01.2003
- On a unit of pre/post operative ward of a capacity of 34 beds, my duties included continuous assessment, evaluation and documentation of patients prior to as well as after surgical procedures
- Provide comfort care, initiated, maintained IV therapy and medication administration
- I was responsible for the narcotic counts and maintenance of the same during required shift
- Part of the provision of optimum care for these patients was the necessary evaluation of therapeutic levels during antibiotic treatment via blood draw.
Staff RN
San Pablo Hospital Emergency Department Bayamon Puerto Rico
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Provided emergency care to patients of various age groups and developmental stages at different levels of acuity, ranging from various medical conditions
- Always maintaining a holistic frame of mind when caring for patients
- Alongside a team of interdisciplinary healthcare professionals prepared patients for emergency procedures
- Within my scope of duties, initiated, maintained with constant assessment and documentation IV therapy, medication administration (PO, IM, SQ, and IV)
- Assured the continuum optimal care of the patient during the transport to another ward by providing a complete and precise handover to receiving nurse on duty.
Staff RN
New York Presbytarian Hosp. Wiell Cornell campus ED
07.2013
- As part of a diverse interdisciplinary healthcare professional team, provided emergent care to patients of all ages as well as acuity levels
- In this setting I was able to work with specialist of different areas such as Pediatrics and Psychiatrics since emergencies in theses areas had their own settings within the ED
- Responsibilities included initiation of medication administration via IV, IM, PO, SQ, Transdermal
- Initial assessments and continuous evaluations of different disease processes of a patient and close observation alongside constant computer charting of any changes of their conditions.
Education
Holistic Nurse Coach
INCA
Florida07-2024
Bachelor degree in Science of Nursing -
University of Puerto Rico, Medical Science campus
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Regulatory Compliance
- Compassionate Care
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Patient Assessments
- Airway Management
- Medication Administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Examination
- Student Precepting
- Care Coordination
- Treatment Preparation
- Wound Care
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Time management abilities
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient and family advocacy
- Self Motivation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Preventive Healthcare
References
References issued upon request
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mercy Medical Center: Emergency Room
07.2023 - Current
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
02.2022 - Current
Staff Nurse
Holyoke Medical Center
07.2018 - 02.2021
Program RN
Quality Life Health Center
11.2016 - 06.2018
Staff RN Level 2
Baystate Medical Center
07.2015 - 09.2016
Staff RN
New York Presbytarian Hosp. Wiell Cornell campus ED
07.2013
Staff RN
Montefiore Medical Center Emergency Department
01.2008 - 01.2013
Health Care Specialist/Staff RN
YAI/NIPD N.Y N.Y
01.2003 - 01.2008
Staff RN
Hermanos Melendez Hospital Pre/Post surgical ward Bayamon, Puerto Rico
01.2002 - 01.2003
Staff RN
San Pablo Hospital Emergency Department Bayamon Puerto Rico
01.2001 - 01.2003
Holistic Nurse Coach
INCA
Bachelor degree in Science of Nursing -
University of Puerto Rico, Medical Science campus