Natalee Townsend
Bronx,NY
Summary
14+ years of professional experience in healthcare; Registered Nurse since 2013, serving with compassionate care Key strengths include interpersonal communication, integrity, patient-centered care, and ability to maintain professionalism with physicians, nursing staff, and patients at all times Advocate for advancing the health of patients in diverse populations Licensed in the State of New York to (1) provide nursing services, (2) conduct diagnostic physical examinations, (3) perform medical treatments by readying patients & examining rooms, (4) make vital sign observations, (5) administer ordered medications & treatments, and (6) reinforce the physicians' instructions to the patients Demonstrated expertise with phlebotomy, intravenous (IV) therapy, and wound care Microsoft Office proficient
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Nursing Supervisor
New York Foundling
590 Avenue Of The Americas , New York , NY 10011
09.2025 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring compliance with policies and best practices.
- Coordinated patient care activities, enhancing communication among interdisciplinary teams.
- Implemented training programs for new nurses, improving onboarding efficiency and retention rates.
- Evaluated nursing performance through regular assessments, promoting accountability and professional growth.
Registered Nurse
Center for Family Support
Bronx, New York
01.2019 - Current
- Provide nursing care for individuals living with developmental disabilities
- Develop, implement, supervise, and evaluate healthcare activities for the center
- Facilitate trainings for the Approved Medication Approved Person (AMAP) certification
- Ensure families receive appropriate health counseling and engage in personal goal setting activities
- Develop & sustain excellent professional relationships with staff, stakeholders, and patients; partner with team members to provide high-quality patient care
School Nurse (RN)
Eminent Consulting
Bronx, New York
09.2019 - 06.2025
- Strengthen the educational process of students through the delivery of a coordinated and comprehensive school health services program for all students; maintain school health records, including ensuring compliance with state health mandates and regulations
- Advocate for measures to control and prevent communicable diseases
- Provide care for student illnesses and accidents; administer medications and treatments as ordered
- Serve as liaison between the home, medical community, and the school regarding student health concerns
- Prepares and maintains accurate cumulative health records including immunizations
- Serve as key resource person to home school, the school district, and community regarding health issues
Registered Nurse
Jacobi Medical Center
Bronx, New York
03.2020 - 05.2023
- Participated in quality care initiatives and inter-professional care teams; collaborated in care services across multiple healthcare departments
- Define psychopathologic addictive disease processes based on DSM-IV/ASAM and apply appropriate interventions in nursing care plan
- Identify levels of patient acuity, withdrawal, and toxicity; strategize elements of intervention, i.e. restraints, PRN medication, therapeutic communication, etc.
- Maintain safe environment using restraint, 1:1, and ongoing observation for contraband and drug use
- Provide nursing care in medical emergencies and ensure readiness of medical equipment, including defibrillator, 02 tank, Precision-PCx System, etc.
- Facilitate health teaching groups; assume charge nurse duties and responsibilities in absence of head nurse
Registered Nurse
Arch Care Senior Life
Bronx, New York
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Provided holistic patient assessment from the admission process through to recovery.
- Provide all-inclusive nursing care for elderly patients, including (1) admitting, transferring, and discharging patients, (2) obtaining blood draw as ordered, (3) inserting Foley catheters and/or straight catheters, (4) conducting dressing changes and/or wound cares, (5) monitoring lab values, and (6) coordinating the medication delivery and administration process
- Partnered with physicians, pharmacists, and other medical tech collaborators
- Deliver high-quality level of care to every patient without exception
License Practical Nurse
Jewish Home Life Care
Bronx, New York
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Provided LPN care for residents of the long-term care facility
- Responsible for performing specific nursing treatments & interventions, such as minor dressing changes and wound care, nebulizer treatments, etc.; measured and recorded vital signs; recorded bed care procedures, treatments, indications, nourishment provided, and output
- Administered medications, injections, and routine treatments
- Observed and recorded signs and symptoms of changes in resident's condition or behavior
- Supervised nursing assistants; ensured 100% compliance to policies, practices, and codes of safety, sanitation, and nursing care
License Practical Nurse
Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services
Hawthorne, New York
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Provided LPN care to adolescents at the mental health & social services facility
- Developed appropriate treatment care plans based on clients' needs and industry standards
- Monitored & reported adverse reactions to medications / treatments to the attending physician
License Practical Nurse
Lower Eastside Service Center, Inc
New York, NY
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Provided triage nursing care to participants at the substance abuse and Methadone treatment center
- Dispensed physicians’ prescribed medications; ensured that patients understood dosage instructions
- Created & provided health maintenance plans; facilitated group discussions on issues such as hygiene, nutrition, and substance abuse
- Performed & reviewed internal audits of medical charts to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia College
Bronxville, NY01.2017
Associate of Applied Science - undefined
Helene Fuld College of Nursing
New York, New York01.2012
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - undefined
Career and Technical Institute
Poughkeepsie, New York01.2006
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts & Sciences
Bronx Community College
Bronx, New York01.2003
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Nursing staff management
- Patient safety
- Medical documentation
Certification
- Registered Nurse (License # 672468) | State of New York
- Licensed Practical Nurse | State of New York
- CPR BLS Certified | American Heart Association
Timeline
Assistant Nursing Supervisor
New York Foundling
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Jacobi Medical Center
03.2020 - 05.2023
School Nurse (RN)
Eminent Consulting
09.2019 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse
Center for Family Support
01.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Arch Care Senior Life
01.2014 - 01.2019
License Practical Nurse
Jewish Home Life Care
01.2008 - 01.2013
License Practical Nurse
Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services
01.2007 - 01.2009
License Practical Nurse
Lower Eastside Service Center, Inc
01.2007 - 01.2008
Associate of Applied Science - undefined
Helene Fuld College of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - undefined
Career and Technical Institute
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts & Sciences
Bronx Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia College