Nizarys Vargas
Yonkers
Summary
Acute care Registered Nurse with experience in Interventional Radiology and Burn ICU, providing high-acuity patient care in fast-paced hospital settings. Skilled in procedural support, hemodynamic monitoring, medication administration, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Known for strong patient advocacy, calm decision-making under pressure, and effective patient education. Seeking per diem or specialty nursing roles within a tertiary-care hospital environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse - Interventional Radiology
Mount Sinai Hospital
New York, NY
03.2024 - Current
- Provide pre-, intra-, and post-procedural nursing care for patients undergoing image-guided diagnostic and interventional procedures
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, review labs and imaging, and ensure procedural readiness and safety
- Perform Phase I and Phase II recovery following moderate sedation and anesthesia, including continuous monitoring of airway, respiratory status, cardiac rhythm, and hemodynamics
- Conduct focused post-anesthesia assessments, manage pain and nausea, and identify early signs of complications
- Administer IV medications, contrast agents, and sedation per protocol; monitor for adverse reactions
- Assess readiness for discharge using institutional criteria; provide comprehensive post-procedure education to patients and caregivers
- Collaborate closely with interventional radiologists, anesthesia providers, PACU staff, and technologists to ensure safe recovery and efficient patient throughput
- Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions or escalation of care
General Staff Nurse - Burn Intensive Care Unit
Westchester Medical Center
Valhalla, NY
12.2022 - 03.2024
- Delivered critical care to acute burn and trauma patients in a high-acuity ICU environment
- Performed complex wound care and dressing changes using sterile technique
- Managed ventilated patients and continuous cardiac monitoring
- Administered IV medications, titrated drips, and monitored responses in collaboration with physicians
- Completed patient admissions, comprehensive assessments, and ongoing reassessments
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and families during prolonged ICU stays
Funeral Director
Flynn Memorial Home
Yonkers, NY
04.2012 - 12.2022
- Supported individuals and families during high-stress, emotionally complex situations requiring discretion and empathy
- Coordinated logistics, documentation, and regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated exceptional communication, crisis management, and organizational skills
- Experience directly transferable to patient-family interactions, end-of-life care, and interdisciplinary coordination
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Mount Saint Vincent
Riverdale, NY08.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Funeral Service & Mortuary Science
American Academy McAllister Institute
New York, NY08.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management & Sociology
College of Mount Saint Vincent
Riverdale, NY05.2012
Skills
- Interventional Radiology procedural support
- Post-anesthesia (Phase I & II) recovery
- Airway and respiratory monitoring
- IV medication, sedation & contrast administration
- Cardiac monitoring & ventilator management
- Burn & complex wound care
- Rapid patient assessment & prioritization
- Discharge readiness & patient education
- Floating & unit adaptability
Certification
- New York State Registered Nurse
- ACLS March 2026 (renewal in progress)
- BLS March 2026 (renewal in progress)
- Mandated Reporter
- Infection Control
Languages
Fluent in Spanish
Timeline
Clinical Nurse - Interventional Radiology
Mount Sinai Hospital
03.2024 - Current
General Staff Nurse - Burn Intensive Care Unit
Westchester Medical Center
12.2022 - 03.2024
Funeral Director
Flynn Memorial Home
04.2012 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Mount Saint Vincent
Associate of Applied Science - Funeral Service & Mortuary Science
American Academy McAllister Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management & Sociology
College of Mount Saint Vincent