Nelly Puchkoff
Miami
Summary
Newly licensed RN eager to pursue full-time roles in healthcare. Brings 4 years of LPN experience and 1 year of comprehensive clinical training at Mercy Hospital. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes and fostering a healing environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN School Nurse
Orange Tree Staffing
Miami, FL
04.2025 - Current
- Conducted hourly patient assessments, documenting critical health status details to inform care decisions.
- Monitored students' medications, ensuring compliance with expiration dates, administration routes, and dosages for safe medication management.
- Communicated with parents to provide timely patient updates and coordinate necessary interventions.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies, including gloves and cleaning products.
- Ensured healthy home and school environments to support patient growth and emotional well-being.
- Observed various school locations to assess patients with conditions such as seizure disorders and juvenile diabetes.
LPN
Baptist Endoscopy
Miami, FL
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Identified patients prior to procedures and gathered baseline information.
- Verified orders completed by appropriate doctors, ensuring awareness of medical conditions and medications.
- Confirmed completion of preparation prior to colonoscopy procedures.
- Conducted medication reconciliation to identify potential interactions, enhancing patient safety.
- Recorded past medications ingested by patients within one month.
- Obtained cardiac and respiratory clearances for procedures, ensuring readiness and compliance.
- Conducted pre-procedure checks for metal implants to ensure patient safety.
- Initiated IV access and recorded vital signs, facilitating efficient pre-procedure assessments.
LPN
Nicklaus Children's Hospital
Miami, FL
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with RNs and MDs to plan and implement interventions, enhancing patient care outcomes.
- Responded promptly to trauma situations and code blues, maintaining composure under pressure.
- Verified medication administration rights to ensure proper treatment protocols.
- Obtained IV access from patients aged four days to 21 years.
- Performed catheterizations on patients ranging from seven weeks to over 21 years.
- Assisted in lumbar punctures, dental extractions, stitches, and fracture reductions with sedation, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Supported families through education on patient conditions and home treatments, fostering understanding and compliance.
- Communicated with pharmacy regarding medication inquiries and concerns.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Nursing
Miami, FL04-2026
Skills
- Pediatric/Adult IV and CPR skills
- Medication administration competency
- EMR proficient in Cerner
- Emergency response to traumas with team
- Communication skills with healthcare team to coordinate plans
- Emotional awareness and response for families in high stressed moments
Certification
- RN, #9712644
- LPN, #PN5260364
- CPR/BLS #028N9l3
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
LPN School Nurse
Orange Tree Staffing
04.2025 - Current
LPN
Baptist Endoscopy
12.2024 - 02.2025
LPN
Nicklaus Children's Hospital
12.2023 - 12.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Nursing