Patricia Lauria
Kearny,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Detox Nurse with a proven track record at Elev8, specializing in individualized care planning and multidisciplinary collaboration. Expert in clinical documentation and emotional support, I have successfully implemented therapeutic interventions that enhance patient recovery and safety. Committed to advocating for patients' rights and fostering a supportive environment for healing.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Detox Nurse
Elev8
Newark, NJ
01.2026 - Current
- Administered detox protocols and therapeutic interventions for patient recovery.
- Monitored vital signs and behavioral changes, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on detoxification processes and healthy coping strategies.
- Documented patient progress and treatment outcomes in electronic health records.
- Assisted in crisis management, employing de-escalation techniques effectively.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and well-being, addressing concerns with clinical staff or facility management as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care for patients undergoing detoxification treatments.
Nursing Instructor
Universal Training Institute
Perth Amboy, NJ
01.2015 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for nursing students.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions in clinical settings to enhance student skills.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and practical demonstrations.
- Mentored nursing students, providing guidance on clinical competencies and professional development.
- Collaborated with faculty to refine curriculum based on industry standards and best practices.
- Led workshops to promote critical thinking and evidence-based practice among students.
- Integrated technology into the classroom to improve learning outcomes and engagement.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in nursing education and ensuring high-quality instruction.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to devise effective teaching strategies, resulting in increased student satisfaction.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate and graduate students on pharmacology.
- Coordinated clinical rotations for students, ensuring they gained valuable hands-on experience in various nursing specialties.
- Served as a mentor to students, offering guidance on academic and career-related matters.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions, personalizing instruction according to individual needs and learning styles.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods such as simulation-based learning, which improved student competency and critical thinking skills.
Detox Counselor
Endeavor House North
Kearny, NJ
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for nursing students.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions in clinical settings to enhance student skills.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and practical demonstrations.
- Mentored nursing students, providing guidance on clinical competencies and professional development.
- Collaborated with faculty to refine curriculum based on industry standards and best practices.
- Led workshops to promote critical thinking and evidence-based practice among students.
- Integrated technology into the classroom to improve learning outcomes and engagement.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in nursing education and ensuring high-quality instruction.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to devise effective teaching strategies, resulting in increased student satisfaction.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate and graduate students on pharmacology.
- Coordinated clinical rotations for students, ensuring they gained valuable hands-on experience in various nursing specialties.
- Served as a mentor to students, offering guidance on academic and career-related matters.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions, personalizing instruction according to individual needs and learning styles.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods such as simulation-based learning, which improved student competency and critical thinking skills.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting peer support and accountability among participants.
- Maintained accurate and confidential client records in compliance with regulations.
- Assisted in crisis intervention, utilizing de-escalation techniques to ensure client safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Rutgers University
Newark, NJSkills
Clinical documentation
Emotional support
Relapse prevention
Nursing ethics
Healthcare coordination
Psychiatric nursing
Individualized care planning
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Timeline
Detox Nurse
Elev8
01.2026 - Current
Detox Counselor
Endeavor House North
04.2022 - 11.2022
Nursing Instructor
Universal Training Institute
01.2015 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Rutgers University