Experienced and organized registered nurse with a strong proficiency in delivering exceptional patient care. Demonstrated expertise in conducting rapid and precise assessments, maintaining composure in high-pressure scenarios. Proven ability to collaborate seamlessly with physicians, ensuring the maintenance of exemplary healthcare standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mather Hospital Northwell Health
05.2024 - Current
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse
St.Charles Hospital
08.2023 - 07.2024
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
LPN
Amedysis Home Health
11.2022 - 08.2023
Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Educated patients on disease processes, medications and self-care management techniques.
Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
Participated in weekly case conferences with an interdisciplinary team to discuss client progress and concerns.
Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
Provided nursing care and education to home health patients in accordance with the physician's orders.
Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
LPN
Catholic Home Care
09.2020 - 08.2023
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Educated patients, family members and caregivers on condition management.
Alerted physician of diagnostic study results and changes in patient condition.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Conducted wound assessments for patients and documented information.
Measured wound depth to support treatment methods and monitor healing.
Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
LPN
East Neck Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
01.2012 - 07.2020
Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Aspen University
Denver, CO
11.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY
02-2021
Skills
Patient Management
Appointment Scheduling
ADL Assistance
Unit Administration
Diabetes Management
Nursing Staff Leadership
Emergency Response
Critical Care
Case Management
Wound Care
Chronic Disease Management
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Home Visits
Strong Clinical Judgment
Documenting Vitals
Gastrostomy Tube Care
Patient Assessments
Intake and Discharge
Urology Knowledge
Physical Assessments
Medication and IV Administration
First Aid Training
Education and Training
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References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mather Hospital Northwell Health
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
St.Charles Hospital
08.2023 - 07.2024
LPN
Amedysis Home Health
11.2022 - 08.2023
LPN
Catholic Home Care
09.2020 - 08.2023
LPN
East Neck Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
01.2012 - 07.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Aspen University
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