Marie Collado-Soto
Registered Nurse/Nurse Educator
Teaneck,New Jersey
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with a Master's in Nursing Education and NYS/NJ RN licenses, skilled in acute medical-surgical care and patient-centered approaches. At RWJBH Jersey City Medical Center, I enhanced patient outcomes through detailed assessments and effective medication management, demonstrating strong advocacy and autonomous problem-solving in high-pressure environments. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse/Contract
Medely
New York City, USA
10.2023 - Current
- Working in various settings across NYC and NJ Per-Diem: Hospitals Med/Surg, Pre-Op Clinics, Infusions, Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Responsible for assessing patients
- Administering medications
- Collaborating with healthcare professionals
- Educating patients and families on proper healthcare practices
- Demonstrating strong clinical skills, critical thinking abilities, excellent coordination skills in high pressure
Registered Nurse/Contract
Vish Consulting Agency
New York City, USA
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Pediatric Ambulatory Clinic
- Triage patients
- Assessments
- Vital signs
- Immunizations
- Phlebotomy
- Patient education
- Assist Pediatrician Doctor
Registered Nurse
RWJBH Jersey City Medical Center
Jersey City, USA
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Medical/Surgical/Oncology/Peritoneal-Hemodialysis/Hospice Unit
- Charge Nurse
- Patient load of 5-6 patients
- Admitting and Discharged patients
- Administrating medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention, chemotherapy complications and pain management
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management, and peritoneal dialysis
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other condition
Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health MMC
Montclair, USA
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Patient load of 6-8 patients
- Float Pool -Floors floated to; Med Surg, Med-Surg Telemetry, Post-Operative, Step-down MICU
- Admitted and Discharged patients
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other condition
Registered Nurse
Star Pediatrics Agency
Teaneck, USA
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Assigned to one patient per day
- Took patient to school or stayed home and assisted with daily medication administration
- Monitored patient for any seizure activities
- Performed PEG feedings and flushes
- Performed vitals
- Charted daily activities and medications
- Followed up with Doctor appointments, assured medications were properly filled in a timely manner
- Worked closely with family members of patient
Certified Nurse Assistant
Blue Leaf Staffing Josie Liao
Queens, USA
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Union Plaza Nursing Home
- Patient load of 8 to 10 in morning shift, 10-12 evening, 20 overnight shift
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Participated in fun activities, including musical and art class with patients each shift to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding quadriplegic patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
Education
Masters - Nursing Education
MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY
Montclair, NJ01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CUNY Hunter Bellevue School of Nursing
New York, NY01.2020
Associate of Applied Science -
CUNY Queensborough Community College
Queens, NY01.2018
State Certified Nursing Assistant -
Allen School of Health Science
Queens, NY05.2014
Diploma -
Institute of Culinary Education
New York, NY06.2010
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- NYS RN license
- NJS RN License
- Master's in Nursing Education
- BLS Certified
- Acute Medical-Surgical Care
- Adaptable Learner
- Advocate
- Infection Control Practices
- Patient Medication Management
- Patient-Centered Care Approach
- Detailed Patient Assessments
- Autonomous Problem-Solving
- Clinical Patient Guidance
- Chronic Disease Management
- Admissions and discharge processes
Accomplishments
- RWJ Jersey City Nurse of The Year 2021
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse/Contract
Medely
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse/Contract
Vish Consulting Agency
02.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
RWJBH Jersey City Medical Center
04.2020 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health MMC
04.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
Star Pediatrics Agency
01.2018 - 05.2019
Certified Nurse Assistant
Blue Leaf Staffing Josie Liao
06.2016 - 07.2017
Masters - Nursing Education
MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CUNY Hunter Bellevue School of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science -
CUNY Queensborough Community College
State Certified Nursing Assistant -
Allen School of Health Science
Diploma -
Institute of Culinary Education
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