NANCY CADEUMAG
MJHS
Brooklyn ,NY
20
years of professional experience
Skilled Practical Nurse with expertise in advanced nursing techniques and patient assessment. Experienced in monitoring medical information and maintaining both manual and electronic records. Knowledgeable in medications and treatments, committed to ensuring patient welfare.
Work History
Drug and Detox Nurse
2 Years 3 Months- Assessed withdrawal symptoms and monitored vital signs during detox admissions.
- Administered medications per protocol and documented patient response accurately.
- Coordinated care plans with physicians, counselors, and support staff.
- Educated patients on detox procedures, safety measures, and recovery expectations.
- Maintained detailed charts, treatment records, and medication administration documentation.
- Supported safe patient transitions through intake, stabilization, and discharge processes.
- Educated patients on the detox process, setting realistic expectations and providing emotional support throughout their journey.
- Assisted patients in developing coping strategies for managing triggers associated with substance use disorders after completing detox programs.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for successful transition from detox programs into other levels of care or community-based resources.
Visiting Nurse
4 Years 3 Months- Performed comprehensive home patient assessments and updated individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and care protocols.
- Educated patients and families on symptom management, safety, and follow-up care.
- Monitored clinical changes and escalated concerns to support timely treatment decisions.
- Reinforced discharge instructions to ensure patient understanding and continuity of care across service transitions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and promptly addressing any health concerns or complications.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families by offering emotional support during difficult times.
LPN-Napa State Hospital
7 Months- 1,255- bed psychiatric facility providing inpatient treatment
- Administer psychotropic and similar medications
- Restraint, consolation, and medication administration for highly unsettled patients to ensure safety and stability
- Collaborated on development of tailored psychiatric intervention plans to enhance patient care
- Eliminated potentially harmful and triggering environmental features to promote safety and recovery
- Record patients' health journeys and report on notable alterations
- Conduct targeted psychoeducation, particularly within families
- Worked at Napa State Hospital, a facility specializing in psychiatric care.
LPN-Substance Abuse Treatment Facility
8 Years 1 Month- 220- bed facility providing inpatient treatment for individuals with Alcohol and drug dependency.
- Provided care at a substance abuse treatment facility.
- Admitted and oriented new patients, conducted nursing assessments, reconciled medications, participated in interdisciplinary treatment planning, and facilitated group counseling sessions to promote holistic recovery. Distributed medications to the entire patient population.
- Managed pre-existing medical conditions, including diabetes, asthma, AIDS, hepatitis, and psychiatric disorders, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
- Led patient education initiatives focusing on medication compliance, coping skills, and relapse prevention, enhancing patients' self-management strategies.
- Knowledge of psychotropic drugs, current modalities used in treating addictions and potential drug reactions.
LPN-Jacobi Hospital
7 Years 1 Month- 457- bed facility Adult Level 1 Trauma Center
- Administered medications in various forms (oral, parenteral, subcutaneous, sublingual, topical) per clinical orders to ensure patient compliance and care.
- Charted patient observation data, including vital signs, wound conditions, and intake/output, to support clinical decision-making.
- Operating and maintaining equipment (e.g., IV tubes, feeding tubes, oxygen tubes, catheters)
- Supported patient care at Jacobi Hospital, a 457-bed adult Level 1 trauma center, to improve health service delivery.
Clinical Lpn
1 Year 5 Months- Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.
- Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures.
- Administer Flu Shots and Immunizations.
- Collect samples, such as blood, urine, or sputum for patients, and perform routine laboratory tests on samples.
- Coordinated post-operative patient care from hospital to discharge to ensure continuity and safety.
- Liaison between Patients, Doctors, Pharmacist, Medicaid and managed care via telephone and fax.
- Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to the pharmacy.
- Facilitated prior authorizations and appeals for doctors to streamline patient care.
- Reviewed charts and integrated medical information from medical records, immunization NYS registries (VFC), member documents, and provider offices to maintain comprehensive patient records.
- Delegated tasks to nursing staff to enhance patient care..
- Process all chart abstracted information through record upload or data entry methods
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year- Prepared and administered medications via oral, sublingual, intramuscular, intradermal, subcutaneous, intravenous, and topical routes to ensure effective treatment.
- Delivered care for surgical wounds by applying sterile and aseptic techniques in a clinical setting.
- Assisted in triage process, addressing physical and psychosocial needs of patients.
- Obtained and transcribed orders from doctors and nurse practitioners, facilitating efficient patient care.
- Perform a variety of diagnostic procedures; set up exam rooms with proper equipment for testing, EKG, spirometry test, blood draws and obtaining various specimens.
Licensed Practical Nurse- Intake Referral Nurse
5 Months- Coordinated in-home services to ensure seamless transitions post hospital discharge.
- Received and logged referrals, confirmed orders for start of care, and established clinical parameters.
- Receiving and coordinating all incoming calls, providing patients clients referral sources with basic information to assist in accessing appropriate services.
- Communicate frequently with assigned Discharged planners, Case Managers for unplanned admission, inpatient status, discharge plan with orders.
- Communicated with patients and families to clarify insurance responsibilities and out-of-pocket costs.
- Collaborated closely with team members to address project challenges. with the Medical Director for complex cases
Medical Assistant
8 Years- Collected patient medical histories and executed diagnostic procedures including pregnancy tests and urinalysis. Monitored fetal heart rates, conducted biopsies, and performed colposcopies to support patient care and ensure safety during procedures. Documented vital signs, observed behavioral changes pre and post-delivery, and notified doctors of concerns to enhance patient outcomes. Organized postpartum paperwork and scheduled initial pediatric appointments. Coordinated follow-up visits for expectant mothers to ensure continuity of care and address any post-delivery needs.
- Prepared patients for medical examinations and recorded vital signs using electronic health records.
- Prepared exam rooms and sterilized instruments for clinical procedures.
- Documented comprehensive patient histories for provider review and updated charts for provider review.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Skills
ICD-10 systems
Excellent verbal communication
Infection Control
Phlebotomy
Wound Care
Chest
NG
Gastric base care
Cultural Competency
OMRDD/OPWDD expertise
CPR Certification
Injection and Immunizations
Tracheotomy Care
Ambulatory Care
Detox Management
Pediatric and geriatric base care
Microsoft Office & EHR
Timeline
Drug and Detox Nurse
ACI
07.2024 - CurrentRead More
Visiting Nurse
MJHS
07.2022 - CurrentRead More
LPN-Napa State Hospital
Favorite Staffing
12.2021 - 07.2022Read More
LPN-Jacobi Hospital
Favorite Staffing
09.2019 - 2021Read More
LPN-Substance Abuse Treatment Facility
Phoenix House
09.2018 - 2022Read More
Clinical Lpn
Metro Community Health Center
03.2017 - 08.2018Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cure Staffing -YAI Premier health care
03.2016 - 03.2017Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse- Intake Referral Nurse
Northwell health hospital
10.2015 - 03.2016Read More
Medical Assistant
Morris Health Health Center
02.2007 - 02.2015Read More
Sierra Allied Health Academy
Associate of Science from Practical Nursing
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Monroe College
Associate of Applied Science from Medical Assistant
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