Nicole Pichardo
West Hempstead,NY
Summary
Compassionate NP Student with relevant experience in providing patient-centered care, conducting diagnostic tests and managing medical emergencies. Strong skills in patient communication, diagnosis accuracy, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and high-quality service. Compassionate NP Student with proven ability to complete tasks productively and efficiently. Skilled in patient assessment, care planning, and medical research, ensuring comprehensive healthcare delivery. Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills enable effective interaction with patients and healthcare teams. Excel in fast-paced environments by prioritizing tasks and maintaining focus on patient-centric outcomes. Highly qualified RN with broad experience in critical care, patient education, and team leadership. Specialized skills include acute patient care, health assessments, and medical documentation. Notable strengths: superior communication abilities, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to fostering collaborative relationships within healthcare teams. Past work highlights include implementing quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction and reduced readmission rates. Compassionate Registered Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency response, and medication administration. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient care and positive outcomes. Caring, hardworking and service-oriented registered nurse with several years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Intern
Charles Evans Center
Glen Cove, NY
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted initial psychiatric evaluations for patients with mental health and substance use disorders. -
- Developed treatment plans and provided follow-up care for patients receiving ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) services. -
- Gained experience in therapeutic approaches for depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and serious mental illness (SMI).
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including social workers and psychologists, to ensure comprehensive care for patients in outpatient settings.
Coordinator of Instruction
Adelphi University
Garden City , NY
09.2020 - Current
- Full-time clinical coordinator, overseeing simulation-based education for nursing students. Manage lab operations, simulate patient scenarios, and develop instructional materials for various nursing courses.
- Adjunct Professor (Fundamentals and Med-Surg Clinical) Taught health assessment lab and Fundamentals/ Medical-surgical clinical field sessions in partnership with Long Island Jewish Hospital and Saint Francis Hospital.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Northwell Health
New Hyde Park, NY
12.2019 - 10.2022
- Managed the operations of a busy ambulatory surgery unit supporting 40 staff members with clinical issues and responding to emergencies.
- Provided preoperative and postoperative patient care, specializing in GYN, urology, general surgery, ENT, and orthopedic case
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures for clinical operations.
- Collaborated with physicians, administrators, and other healthcare personnel to provide comprehensive patient care services.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to assess patients' progress and develop treatment plans.
- Provided education regarding disease processes and treatments to nurses, physicians, families, and other healthcare providers.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or between staff members and patients and families in a professional manner.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff members.
Staff RN
South Nassau Communities Hospital
Oceanside, NY
08.2013 - 01.2020
- Managed critical care for stroke, trauma, and pediatric patients in a Level 2 trauma center.
- Implemented TPA administration for stroke patients and adhered to MI pathway protocols. -
- Proficient in computerized documentation using the Sunrise system.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients of all ages in a variety of settings including medical and surgical units, critical care, emergency departments, and home health.
- Assisted physicians in providing patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications, and performing treatments.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, treatment plans, and post-hospitalization needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans for each patient's care.
- Demonstrated expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.
- Monitored changes in patient condition and reported any significant findings to physicians or other healthcare professionals immediately.
- Performed various tests such as blood glucose monitoring, EKGs, wound dressings and care according to established protocols.
- Developed patient teaching materials based on specific diagnoses or conditions to be used during teaching sessions with patients and their families.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient reactions while ensuring accuracy in medication dosages administered.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
- Provided guidance and support to less experienced staff members when needed and assisted them with difficult tasks if necessary.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Staff RN
Northwell Health
New Hyde Park, NY
03.2016 - 12.2019
- Delivered direct care and education to preoperative and postoperative patients.
- Proficient in computerized documentation using the Sunrise system.
- Assisted physicians in providing patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications, and performing treatments.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, treatment plans, and post-hospitalization needs.
- Demonstrated expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.
- Monitored changes in patient condition and reported any significant findings to physicians or other healthcare professionals immediately.
- Served as preceptor for new nurses orienting them on proper procedures related to assessment techniques and documentation practices.
- Facilitated timely discharge planning activities by collaborating with social workers and case managers for appropriate placement and follow up instructions.
Staff RN
Upstate Medical University Hospital
Syracuse, NY
07.2012 - 08.2013
- Trained in a Level 1 trauma center, providing care for stroke and critical care patients.
- Gained proficiency in patient care triage and the EPIC documentation system.
- Assisted physicians in providing patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications, and performing treatments.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients of all ages in a variety of settings including medical and surgical units, critical care, emergency departments, and home health.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, treatment plans, and post-hospitalization needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans for each patient's care.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures, and bandages.
- Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatments according to individual specifications.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Facilitated timely discharge planning activities by collaborating with social workers and case managers for appropriate placement and follow up instructions.
- Provided guidance and support to less experienced staff members when needed and assisted them with difficult tasks if necessary.
Staff RN
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
New Hyde Park, NY
09.2010 - 07.2012
- Provided pre- and post-operative care for urology, head and neck dissection, gynecology, and general surgery patients.
- Assumed charge nurse duties, leading the nursing and ancillary staff.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans for each patient's care.
- Monitored changes in patient condition and reported any significant findings to physicians or other healthcare professionals immediately.
- Performed various tests such as blood glucose monitoring, EKGs, wound dressings and care according to established protocols.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient reactions while ensuring accuracy in medication dosages administered.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
- Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatments according to individual specifications.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ12-2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06-2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Paul's School of Nursing - Flushing
Rego Park, NY06-2010
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health NP
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Psychiatric assessment and diagnosis, particularly in mood disorders, anxiety, and substance use
- Proficiency in electronic medical record systems (EPIC, Sunrise, eClinical Works)
- Strong leadership in managing unit operations and patient care in fast-paced environments
- Expertise in trauma care, emergency care, preoperative, and postoperative care
- Education and mentorship of nursing students in clinical and simulation settings
- Compassion and Empathy
- Community health
- Health care consultation
- Critical Care
- Emergency Response
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Flow sheet charting
- Physical assessments
- Patient Discharge
- Evaluations
- Follow-up calls
Timeline
Student Intern
Charles Evans Center
09.2023 - Current
Coordinator of Instruction
Adelphi University
09.2020 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager
Northwell Health
12.2019 - 10.2022
Staff RN
Northwell Health
03.2016 - 12.2019
Staff RN
South Nassau Communities Hospital
08.2013 - 01.2020
Staff RN
Upstate Medical University Hospital
07.2012 - 08.2013
Staff RN
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
09.2010 - 07.2012
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Paul's School of Nursing - Flushing
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health NP
University of Phoenix
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