Nelson Varela Jr.
Garfield,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Garfield, NJ
02.2025 - Current
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Hackensack University Medical Center
Hackensack, NJ
05.2016 - Current
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack University Medical Center
Hackensack, NJ
01.2018 - 08.2023
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Nursing Assistant
Englewood Hospital Medical Center
Englewood, NJ
02.2017 - 08.2023
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing such as urine samples and blood draws.
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Felician University
Lodi, NJ05-2023
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences/Biology
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ12-2019
High School Diploma -
Garfield High School
Garfield, NJ06-2011
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Intravenous therapy
- Hospice and palliative care
- Seizure management
- Vaccine administration
- Wound care
- Palliative and pain management
- Medication administration
- Electronic medical records
- Infection control
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Clinical documentation
- Specimen collection
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Affiliations
- Spending time with family and friends
- Exercise/ working out
- Reading/ healthcare and finance related topics
Accomplishments
- Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society (May, 2023 - present)
- Phi theta Kappa (December, 2019 - present)
- National Honor Society of Leadership and Success (2020, March - present)
Certification
- NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License (July, 2023 - currently active)
- BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification (Jan, 2017 - currently active)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (Jan, 2025 - currently active)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
02.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack University Medical Center
01.2018 - 08.2023
Nursing Assistant
Englewood Hospital Medical Center
02.2017 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Hackensack University Medical Center
05.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Felician University
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences/Biology
Bergen Community College
High School Diploma -
Garfield High School
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