Michael Vaissade
Piscataway,NJ
Summary
Seasoned Healthcare professional with proven background in emergency and trauma care, patient assessment, triage, and crisis intervention. Skilled at adapting to dynamic situations while maintaining high standards of care and safety. Renowned for effective communication, clinical expertise, reliability under pressure, as well as patient advocacy. Previous missionary experience provided strong focus on teamwork while ensuring optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced environments solidifying a foundation for nursing career.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Emergency Department
New Brunswick, New Jersey
03.2023 - Current
- Initiated nursing care of Level one trauma and stroke patients
- Delivered emergency interventions in critical situations, ensuring timely support for deteriorating patients.
- Managed care for 2 ICU patients at at time prior to transfer
- Highly effective at rapid assessment/decision making at triage
- Called upon for difficult IV insertion as well as expertise with implanted ports/PICC lines
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Proficient in the care of fast track patients in high volume environment
Contract RN
Somerset County Correctional Facility
Somerset, New Jersey
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Perform intake screenings and assessments on all new inmates
- Evaluate inmate histories, complaints and current symptoms
- Respond to all codes and manage care
- Management of diabetics with ability to recognize withdrawal vs. DKA symptoms
- Stabilized inmates in withdrawal from poly substance abuse
- Performance of mental health evaluations
Contract RN
Overlook Medical Center Emergency Department
Summit, New Jersey
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Focused on the emergent care/treatment of the critically ill patient
- IV insertion/venipuncture expert as well as vascular access devices such as PICC lines and ports
- Administered IV medications, hydration, and blood products
Contract RN
Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay Medical Center
Perth Amboy, New Jersey
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Focused on the emergent care/treatment of the critically ill patient
- IV insertion and venipuncture expert as well as vascular access devices such as PICC lines and ports
- Administration of IV medications, hydration, and blood product transfusions
- Served as Spanish to English translator
COVID Testing Supervisor (Temporary position)
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
New Brunswick, New Jersey
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Managed daily operation of COVID testing and staff management
- Managed weekly COVID testing of medical staff and students
- Translator for those requiring bilingual instruction in Spanish
- Coordinated COVID testing supplies/deliveries to multiple centers
Contract RN
Hunterdon Medical Center
Flemington, New Jersey
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Engaged in the care of the COVID patient at pandemic beginning
- IV insertion and venipuncture expert as well as vascular access devices such as PICC lines and ports
- Administration of IV medications, hydration, and blood products
Staff Nurse
Atlantic Health Systems
Raritan, New Jersey
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Responsible for conscious sedation and monitoring of patients undergoing angioplasty, stenting and other vascular interventions
Infusion Staff Nurse Coordinator
Columbia University Medical Center
New York, NY
04.2017 - 05.2019
- Responsible for all IV starts, and access of ports and PICCs
- Responsible for all patient contrast infusions and blood draws
- Initiated emergency protocols/care for anaphylactic patients
- Ensure adherence to hospital protocols, safety standards, and regulatory compliance in all nursing practices.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Various Department/Facilities
Additional Travel Nursing Experience
10.2014 - 03.2017
- Oncology, endoscopy, PACU, radiology, PET and ED
RN Missionary Experience
Franciscan Friars of The Renewal
New York Region And Honduras, Central America
01.2000 - 09.2014
- Utilized as Operating Room Nurse and worker in free clinics serving the poorest of the poor.
- Managed the purchase, packaging and distribution of food to poor families on a monthly basis.
- Actively involved in the fundraising and construction projects of homes for the poor.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fort Hays State University
Kansas01-2018
Bachelor of Arts Degree, With Honors - Theology
Seton Hall University
New Jersey01-2013
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Nursing
College of San Mateo
San Mateo, California01-1997
Skills
- Current Emergency care experience, specializing in Level 1 Trauma, stroke and direct patient care
- Highly proficient in EPIC charting software and others
- Fluent in both English and Spanish with demonstrated ability to translate during patient care
- RN Missionary for over a decade
- Recognized for excellence in Patient Safety by Hunterdon Medical Center (2020)
- Expert in IV starts, medication, and IV infusion
- Trained in HAZMAT and other Emergency procedures
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on procedures and patient care protocols
- Trained in psychiatric and security intervention
Certification
- RN Multi-State License: NJ
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Contract RN
Somerset County Correctional Facility
08.2023 - 02.2024
Staff Nurse
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Emergency Department
03.2023 - Current
Contract RN
Overlook Medical Center Emergency Department
03.2022 - 12.2022
Contract RN
Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay Medical Center
08.2021 - 03.2022
COVID Testing Supervisor (Temporary position)
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
12.2020 - 03.2021
Contract RN
Hunterdon Medical Center
09.2019 - 10.2020
Staff Nurse
Atlantic Health Systems
05.2019 - 09.2019
Infusion Staff Nurse Coordinator
Columbia University Medical Center
04.2017 - 05.2019
Various Department/Facilities
Additional Travel Nursing Experience
10.2014 - 03.2017
RN Missionary Experience
Franciscan Friars of The Renewal
01.2000 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Arts Degree, With Honors - Theology
Seton Hall University
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Nursing
College of San Mateo
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fort Hays State University
MEDICAL EXPERIENCE
Seton Medical Center, California 1995 – 1997
- Emergency Department Technician: Venipuncture, EKGs, splinting, casting, and psychiatric patient care.