Mary Northrip, BSN, RN
Blairstown,NJ
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse /ER Charge Nurse
JFK Hackensack Meridian University Hospital
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Director of Nursing
GENESIS - Phillipsburg Care Center
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Planned and assigned workload to 60-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Evaluated work performance of 60 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Forest Manor
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Helping to hire, train, teach, and monitor nurses
- Managing clinical operations and developing care plans
- Preparing the daily schedule and planning shifts
- Ensuring nursing staff follows departmental procedures and policies
- Assisting in budget preparation and expense management
- Conducting patient rounds and addressing complaints
- Evaluating the performance of the department and recommending improvements
- Scheduling staff meetings for patient updates, issues, and recommendations
- Ensuring compliance with state, federal, and local standards.
- Planned and assigned workload to 15-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Evaluated work performance of 15 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
Unit Manager
GENESIS - Lopatcong Care Center
05.2018 - 09.2019
- Oversee the care of 30+ residents
- Evaluate staff performance
- Responsible for infection control reports monthly
- Responsible for Psychotropic medication use reports monthly
- Enforcing health and safety regulations
- Managing patient care.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Resolved conflicts among team members quickly to maintain a positive working environment conducive for continued excellence in patient care.
- Mentored new hires during orientation periods for seamless integration into the team while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Addressed clinical issues promptly to reduce risks associated with patient care or operational inefficiencies in the unit.
- Developed strong working relationships with physicians, nurses, therapists, and ancillary staff for cohesive unit functioning.
Unit Manager
Forest Manor
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Oversee the care of 33 residents
- Evaluate staff performance
- Responsible for infection control reports monthly
- Responsible for Psychotropic medication use reports monthly
- Training of new staff to the units
- Minimizing expenditure
- Enforcing health and safety regulations
- Managing patient care.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Improved patient satisfaction with timely and accurate communication between patients, families, and medical professionals.
Residential Program Manager
The Arc of Hunterdon County
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Responsible for the overall daily operation of the group home
- Direct staff in their support of program participants
- Support the planning and implementation of client's dreams and plans
- Direct the formation and maintenance of a safe environment free of harm and exploitation
- Maintain in a complete and timely manner all records and reports as required by the State of New Jersey and the Arc and all other pertinent agencies
- Participate in the development and evaluation of individualized Habilitation plans
- Serves as coordinator of each person's IDT, to include development of the IHP; trains staff in the documentation and implementation of daily training records
- Administers and documents medication in accordance with DDD guidelines
- Monitors staff compliance with DDD administration guidelines
- Participate in pertinent meetings
- Directly supervise 5-12 employees in the program
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
- Responsibilities include conducting second interviews and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Responded to injuries, accidents and allegations of abuse and misconduct by following company policies and when appropriate, law enforcement.
- Conducted daily inspections of building for security purposes and identified issues requiring immediate resolution.
- Improved safety protocols within the residential program with thorough staff training on emergency procedures and risk management.
- Managed documentation requirements efficiently by maintaining accurate records on resident progress notes case files treatment plans.
Staff Nurse
Medical Staff Network/MSN
09.2013 - 01.2014
- Supplemental Staff Nurse services in assigned emergency departments.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
Orange Regional Medical Center
11.2007 - 01.2014
- Provide nursing care collaboratively with the healthcare team in 60 stretcher Level II Trauma Center designated as a Heart Center/Stroke Center with over 75,000 annual visits and Flight Service
- Serve as the night shift Charge Nurse and as a preceptor to ED nurse new hires
- Experience in the Trauma/Resuscitation, Adult ER, Pediatric ER, and 5 Tier ESI Triage
- Assess nature and extent of illness and injury to establish and prioritize treatment for culturally diverse patients
- Manage care for patients in main ED, Fast Track, requiring SANE procedures and boarding in the ER up to 24 hours and facilitate efficient patient flow
- Fluent in wound inventory/assessment
- Member of the ED EMR Team in development of EPIC program for ED.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse Pediatric ICU
New York-Presbyterian Hospital Weill-Cornell Medical Center
06.2004 - 11.2007
- Provide nursing care collaboratively (1:3 ratio) with the healthcare team in 40 bed Pediatric ICU with critically unstable cases including but not limited to: Heart Transplant, Multi-organ transplant, Management of patients undergoing Plasmapheresis/ECMO, Rejection of bone Marrow transplant, Complications of neurological diseases and chemotherapy, Dysrhythmia interpretation, infusion of vasoactive medication, ventilator support, hemodynamic monitoring
- Sepsis management, acute neurological event management, management of acute or unstable multiple trauma/cardiovascular conditions
- Competence in documentation, safe medication administration and patient education.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Staff Nurse
Orange Regional Medical Center
02.2003 - 06.2004
- Provide nursing care collaboratively with the healthcare team in 16 bed Pediatric Unit with Adult Med/Surg overflow.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Staff Nurse
Cornwall Hospital
02.2003 - 06.2004
- Dysrhythmia interpretation, infusion of vasoactive medication.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Orange County Community College
Middletown, New York06.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
03.2024
Skills
- Emergency Care
- Patient Assessments
- IV Insertion
- Patient Stabilization
- Patient Safety
- Condition Monitoring
- EKG Interpretation
- Pediatric Care
Licensurecertificationscomputerskillsmembership
RN Licensure in New Jersey and New York
References
Reference Provided upon request
Certification
- CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse
- CPEN - Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse /ER Charge Nurse
JFK Hackensack Meridian University Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Director of Nursing
GENESIS - Phillipsburg Care Center
09.2020 - 08.2021
Assistant Director of Nursing
Forest Manor
09.2019 - 09.2020
Unit Manager
GENESIS - Lopatcong Care Center
05.2018 - 09.2019
Unit Manager
Forest Manor
06.2017 - 05.2019
Residential Program Manager
The Arc of Hunterdon County
10.2015 - 06.2017
Staff Nurse
Medical Staff Network/MSN
09.2013 - 01.2014
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
Orange Regional Medical Center
11.2007 - 01.2014
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse Pediatric ICU
New York-Presbyterian Hospital Weill-Cornell Medical Center
06.2004 - 11.2007
Staff Nurse
Orange Regional Medical Center
02.2003 - 06.2004
Staff Nurse
Cornwall Hospital
02.2003 - 06.2004
Associate Degree - Nursing
Orange County Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
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