PAULA TAMAYO RN,BSN
Cortlandt Manor,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Allergy and Immunology Nurse
White Plains Hospital Physician Associates
04.2025 - Current
- Conduct allergy skin testing, patch testing, and spirometry to assess patient sensitivities and respiratory function.
- Administer allergy immunotherapy injections while monitoring patients for adverse reactions and providing emergency interventions as necessary.
- Maintain precise documentation of injections, testing outcomes, and medication administration within EMR systems.
- Phone triage for patients with allergy and asthma issues, offering education and guidance before escalating to providers when required.
Cardiology Nurse
White Plains Hospital Physician Associates
04.2025 - Current
- Assist with 12 leads EKGs, IM injections, vital signs, wound care, Zio patch placement, phlebotomy, and in-house diagnostic testing, while providing patient education and support in a cardiology clinic setting.
- Communicated test results to patients, coordinated follow-up appointments, and conducted phone triage for cardiac complaints.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Pediatric Nurse
New York Presbyterian Medical Center
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered direct care to infants, children, and adolescents, including phlebotomy and vital signs.
- Conducted urinalysis, EKG, and vision/hearing screenings for comprehensive patient assessments.
- Administered immunizations and medications as per established protocols.
- Performed telephone triage to address patient concerns efficiently.
- Completed state forms to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Maintained inventory to uphold necessary medical supplies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and procedures.
Allergy and Immunology Nurse
New York Presbyterian Medical Center
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Administered immunotherapy injections and conducted allergy skin tests, oral food challenge, Venom, and penicillin testing.
- Interpreted results to diagnose allergic reactions.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments and adjusted therapy accordingly.
- Recommended lifestyle changes such as diet modification or environmental control measures to reduce exposure to allergens.
- Ordered allergy serums and was responsible for mixing serums for immunotherapy injections.
Assistant Clinical Care Manager
Ryan Family Health
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Recruited, hired, and trained clinical support staff while supervising daily operations.
- Oversaw departmental activities, reporting unusual occurrences and addressing operational issues.
- Triage walk-in patients to determine immediate care needs by provider.
- Administered medications, immunizations, and treatments according to standing orders.
- Provided clinical care in alignment with Registered Nurse expertise.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, patient education, in-house testing, and vaccinations.
- Educated patients of all ages on health maintenance, disease prevention, and available treatment options.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College
Newburgh, NY05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Paul's School of Nursing - Flushing
Rego Park, NY12.2020
Skills
- Proficient in Spanish
- Patient care coordination
- Phlebotomy
- Certified in basic life support
- Patient medication management
- Patient assessment
Timeline
Allergy and Immunology Nurse
White Plains Hospital Physician Associates
04.2025 - Current
Cardiology Nurse
White Plains Hospital Physician Associates
04.2025 - Current
Pediatric Nurse
New York Presbyterian Medical Center
06.2024 - 04.2025
Allergy and Immunology Nurse
New York Presbyterian Medical Center
04.2023 - 06.2024
Assistant Clinical Care Manager
Ryan Family Health
01.2021 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Paul's School of Nursing - Flushing
Master of Science - Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College
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