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.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN -PCC Patient Care Coordinator
Montefiore Medical Center: Jack D. Weiler Hospital
1825 Eastchester Road Bronx, New York
10.2018 - Current
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions and health management.
Supervise and engage in staff development , peer orientation and new employee programming
Oversee the flow of the Cardiac unit , managing schedules of nurses and cardiac care technicians
Conducted regular audits of patient records to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
RN Staff Nurse Telemetry Stepdown Unit
Montefiore Medical Center: Jack D. Weiler Hospital
1825 Eastchester Road Bronx, New York
05.2012 - 10.2018
Administered medications and monitored patient responses in compliance with care plans.
Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and preventative measures.
Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
Mentored new nursing staff on best practices for patient care and hospital protocols.
Streamlined workflow processes to enhance efficiency in daily operations within the unit.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
RN, Emergency Department
Montefiore Medical Center: Jack D. Weiler Hospital
1825 Eastchester Road Bronx, New York
06.2007 - 05.2012
Assessed patient conditions to determine urgency of care and prioritize treatment pathways.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
Administered medications and monitored patient responses, ensuring adherence to protocols for safety.
Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on emergency procedures and best practices in patient care.
Streamlined triage processes, enhancing efficiency in patient assessment and resource allocation.
Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
Maintained accurate documentation and communicated efficiently with physicians, ensuring timely diagnoses and treatment interventions.
RN Staff Nurse Medical Surgical/Oncology Nurse
New York Westchester Square Medical Center
St. Raymonds Ave Bronx, New York
03.2000 - 05.2007
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, improving adherence and understanding of health conditions.
Oversaw nursing staff, enhancing workflow efficiency and ensuring high-quality patient care standards were met.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The City College of New York
New York, NY
02-1996
Skills
Intravenous medication delivery
Medication dispensing
Hands-on patient support
Thorough patient assessments
Use of Epic Software
Bilingual -Fluent in Spanish
Certification
New York State Registered Nurse , License # 480863 may 2028
Medical Surgical Nursing RN-BC march 2021-2026
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
BLS-Basic Life Support
Infection Control
Timeline
RN -PCC Patient Care Coordinator
Montefiore Medical Center: Jack D. Weiler Hospital
10.2018 - Current
RN Staff Nurse Telemetry Stepdown Unit
Montefiore Medical Center: Jack D. Weiler Hospital
05.2012 - 10.2018
RN, Emergency Department
Montefiore Medical Center: Jack D. Weiler Hospital
RN Charge Nurse / Pediatric Home Health Nurse at Angels of Care Pediatric Home HealthRN Charge Nurse / Pediatric Home Health Nurse at Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health