Paola Velez
Summary
Recent nursing graduate with hands-on clinical experience and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. Seeking a registered nurse position in a supportive healthcare environment where I can apply my clinical skills, strong communication abilities, and dedication to improving patient outcomes while continuing to develop professionally.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Experience St.Peter's University Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported patients during labor and delivery, offering both physical and emotional assistance, and prepared delivery rooms alongside the nurse.
- Gained proficiency with the ER unit and applied critical thinking in high-pressure situations to improve patient outcomes.
- Assisted with palliative care in the oncology unit, focusing on enhancing quality of life and symptom relief for terminally ill patients while honoring their wishes.
Clinical Experience Chilton Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided comprehensive care to a diverse patient population with a variety of medical and surgical conditions, ensuring adherence to care plans and physician orders.
- Administration of medications via PO, SQ, IVPB, IM and PEG tubes.
Clinical Experience Newton Medical Center
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted with bedside procedures and post-operative care, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to sterile techniques.
- Monitored and managed care for post-ICU patients requiring intermediate care, including those with complex medical conditions.
- Administered medications and followed strict protocols to ensure patient safety.
Clinical Experience St. Claire's Behavioral Health
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided direct patient care to individuals with various psychiatric conditions.
- Utilized therapeutic communication in voluntary, involuntary, alcohol and substance abuse detox and adult crisis unit.
- Facilitated therapeutic group sessions centered on smoking cessation strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Felician University
Lodi, NJ05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.2020
Skills
- Bilingual Spanish & English
- Electronic Medical Record Proficiency
- BLS/CPR Certified
Work Experience
Vulnerable Population Outreach Coordinator
North Bergen, NJ 12/2021-05/2023
- Evaluated and addressed the social and health impacts of infectious diseases on at-risk populations through strategic outreach initiatives.
- Facilitated access to essential services, including testing, housing, primary medical care, insurance coverage, and unemployment compensation, to support effective quarantine measures for at-risk residents.
- Managed a comprehensive resource database to provide timely and appropriate referrals to social support services.
Timeline
Clinical Experience St.Peter's University Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
Clinical Experience Chilton Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
Clinical Experience Newton Medical Center
09.2023 - 12.2023
Clinical Experience St. Claire's Behavioral Health
09.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Felician University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Montclair State University
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