Pamela Vargas

• Assessed patient conditions during in-home visits, developing personalized care plans.
• Educated patients and families on disease management and prevention techniques.
• Implemented strategies that promote independence among patients who are able to perform activities without assistance.
• Identified psychosocial needs of patients and families through assessment of emotional well-being as it relates to the physical condition of the patient.
• Facilitated patient access to community resources and support services.
• Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with agency policy and regulatory guidelines.
• Coordinated with physicians and healthcare teams to update patient progress and adjust care plans.

• Clinical Instructor for Pediatrics, Med/Surg, Community Health and Critical Care
• Assisted students in achieving completion of learning objectives.
• Monitored student progress throughout the semester utilizing attendance records, grade reports, and other data sources.
• Implemented different teaching styles to meet needs of diverse student population.
• Maintained student engagement through creative subject delivery and learning activities.

• Relief Nurse during Strike on Pediatric Hem/Onc Unit.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
• Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.

• Relief nurse during strike at RWJ Hospital on Pediatric floor
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
• Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects.
• Managed emergency and critical care situations with professionalism, adhering to established protocols.

• Relief nurse during strike on pediatric floor
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Administered prescribed medications and treatments to children, ensuring proper dosages and patient safety.
• Educated parents and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and proper nutrition for children.
• Facilitated communication between families, doctors, and other healthcare providers.
• Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to resuscitation and pediatric advanced life support protocols and directives.

• Contract Assignment-Critically ill respiratory patients requiring high levels of ventilatory support at Valley Children's Hospital
• Completed initial and comprehensive ongoing patient and family assessments to determine healthcare needs.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
• Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.

• Relief Nurse on Pediatric unit during recent strike
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
• Administered prescribed medications and treatments to children, ensuring proper dosages and patient safety.
• Provided education on preventive health practices such as nutrition, hygiene and safety.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, developmental stages, and pain levels.

• Contract Assignment-Acute Medical patients in a care home setting
• Ventilator, Trachs, GI tubes and neurological diagnosis management
• Ratio of 6 to 1 with Myself and an aide in the home
• Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.

• Contract Assignment-Infusion RN Administration of Monoclonal Antibodies to Covid positive patients
• Assessment, implementation and documentation of patients and procedures utilizing the nursing process
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
• Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
• Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.

• Contract assignment working with Pediatric and Adult patients
• Cardiac, Pre/post Surgical, GI, Respiratory, Covid and non Covid patients
• Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
• Performed wound care according to facility protocol.
• Ensured accurate medication administration records were maintained at all times.
• Assisted with admission process by gathering required information from patients or family members.
• Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Performed initial assessments of patients, including vital signs and medical histories.

Contract assignment in the ER and ICU with COVID and non-COVID patients

• Provided direct patient care in the ICU setting, including assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
• Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
• Provided comprehensive care to critically ill patients, including those with complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Administered medications according to physician orders, including intravenous fluids or antibiotics.
• Evaluated laboratory results to determine patient response to therapy or medication changes.
• Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
• Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when making clinical decisions related to patient care.

• Adult ER Float nurse with Covid and non Covid patients
• Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
• Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
• Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
• Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
• Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.

• Full time Staff Pediatric Nurse and Charge nurse
• Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms, responding rapidly to changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
• Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
• Operated and maintained emergency department equipment, performing regular checks for functionality and safety.
• Participated in professional development programs to stay current with advances in emergency nursing practice.
• Facilitated seamless transfer of patients to other units or facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
• Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.

• In home and facility Assessment of patients to determine eligibility for admission to Hospice services
• Planned hospice care for elderly and disabled patients.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient status updates.
• Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
• Assessed patient symptoms in order to develop appropriate interventions that addressed physical, psychological, spiritual, and emotional needs.
• Educated patients regarding end-of-life issues such as advance directives and palliative care options.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

• Covid Rapid Testing and Disease education
• Administered required COVID-19 rapid tests and collected specimens using proper swabbing technique.
• Ensured proper handling and disposal of potentially contaminated materials in accordance with health regulations.
• Cleaned and calibrated laboratory equipment.
• Communicated test results to patients as well as referring physicians or other healthcare providers in a timely manner.
• Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.
• Administered health questionnaires to assess COVID-19 symptoms and exposure risks.

• Contract Assignment- ER crisis nurse in the Covid and non-Covid ER
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
• Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.

• Credentialed trainer for all ER physicians, nurses and PCTs
• Involved in the pre development phase of the EPIC system, education of staff and support throughout GO LIVE
• Used role-playing, lectures, and simulations to present information in variety of instructional techniques and formats.
• Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
• Performed system testing prior to implementation of new software modules.
• Assisted customers in troubleshooting issues related to Epic applications.
• Participated in and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs.

• Taught Nursing students in Clinical, Sim lab, Didactic, Transition to Practice and Lecture settings from freshman to senior nursing students
• Documented student assignments, attendance, and test scores in online reporting systems.
• Provided constructive feedback on student assignments to promote student success.
• Monitored student progress throughout the semester utilizing attendance records, grade reports, and other data sources.
• Evaluated student performance using appropriate assessment techniques and provided timely feedback.
• Maintained student engagement through creative subject delivery and learning activities.
• Encouraged students to actively participate in class through positive reinforcement and engagement techniques.

• Addressing the urgent Care needs of the Pediatric population including all aspects of the Nursing Care process
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
• Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
• Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
• Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
• Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
• Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
• Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.

• Home visits to patients of all demographics to include wound care, Line maintenance, blood draws, infusion, SOC documentation and Discharge planning
• Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
• Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
• Monitored vital signs and symptoms, adjusting care plans as necessary.
• Assessed patient needs and developed care plans accordingly.
• Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
• Assessed patient conditions during in-home visits, developing personalized care plans.
• Provided wound care, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
• Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.

• Administered medications, treatments, and vaccines as prescribed, adhering to strict safety protocols.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
• Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
• Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, temperature and blood pressure levels at regular intervals throughout shift hours.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.

• IABP certified
• Collaborating with families and patient to ensure seamless transition for discharge
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.

• Work collaboratively with assigned nurse preceptor to assess and manage ICU and surgical patients, and manage ongoing condition
• This position allowed for educational growth and autonomy through the direct supervision by assigned nurse preceptor
• Recorded patient medical history and reported changes in condition to the nurse in charge.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Assessed patient vital signs, such as temperature and blood pressure.
• Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times.
• Administered oral and topical medications as directed by a registered nurse.
• Transported patients from one unit to another using proper safety techniques.
• Administered medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Ensured adherence to hospital policies and procedures for infection control.