Marielena Figueroa
Summary
I am a new graduate registered nurse, ready to learn and grow within the psychiatric population setting. Empathetic and compassionate, with excellent interpersonal skills and strong foundation in patient care. Possessing knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles and techniques, including patient assessment and crisis intervention. Committed to providing high-quality care to improve patient outcomes and support mental health recovery.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for diverse populations addressing issues such as coping skills, anger management, substance abuse recovery, and relapse prevention.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Christian Health
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided patient care to a diverse range of patients, including those with dementia and Alzheimer's
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Passaic County Community College
Paterson, NJ12-2024
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Group therapy facilitation
- Therapeutic communication
- Protocol compliance
- Care team collaboration
- Basic Life Support
- CPR Certification
- Dementia Care
- Electronic Health Records
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Christian Health
05.2024 - 01.2025
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
10.2023 - 11.2023
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
Associate of Science - Nursing
Passaic County Community College
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