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Quayonna Holloway

West Orange

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.

Overview

1
1
year of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, PACU /Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery

Carewell health , East Orange General Hospital
East Orange
05.2026 - 08.2026
  • Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes in health status.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for patient care coordination.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained accurate medical records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.

Agency Nurse Emergency Department

24/7 Nurses
Bayonne
02.2025 - Current
  • Bayonne Emergency department
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
  • Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered utilizing the electronic medical record system.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
  • Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
  • Assisted in the preparation of trauma victims for transfer or discharge from the hospital.

Pre Op /RN, PACU

Mountain Surgery Center
West Orange
12.2023 - Current
  • Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.

RN, Emergency Department

Veterans Affairs Medical Hospital
East Orange
02.2024 - 12.2025
  • Administered medications and treatments per established protocols.
  • Managed triage processes to prioritize patient care effectively.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
  • Managed medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors, IV pumps.
  • Performed triage to prioritize care for emergency room patients.
  • Assessed, monitored, and documented patient's condition.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
  • Responded quickly and effectively in emergent or crisis situations.

Emergency Department RN

Saint Mary’s Passaic
Passaic
05.2021 - 05.2025
  • As a Er nurse I provide care for patient suffering from trauma or other illnesses that require emergency attention
  • Treating life threatening conditions with the ability to deploy rapid assessment and treatment of patients in highly critical situations, particularly during the initial phase of acute illness and trauma, where every second is important
  • CPR, ACLS , and PALS
  • Epic , Cerner, Meditech

Strike Nurse

Premier health / St Michaels Medical center
Newark
06.2022 - 06.2022
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
  • Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care

Saint Marys
Passaic
03.2021 - 07.2021
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.

Med Surge Oncology and Teley

Jersey Shore nursing agency
Bayonne
03.2021 - 06.2021
  • Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
  • Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
  • Improved care outcomes with proactive education, communication and guidance for patients and family members.
  • Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
  • Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.

Telemetry Registered Nurse to Emergency Dept RN

Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Hospital
Glen Ridge
03.2019 - 07.2022

Ability to handle 8-9 Patients daily

Central Line Catheter care
Performs venipuncture, IV infusion therapy and pump usage
Wound care assessment, documentation and wound prevention protocol as per policy
Completes Plan of Care. Initiate, review and resolve based on diagnosis and history
Completes assessments and reassessments and required documentation accurately and timely
Renders appropriate nutritional care including enteral + parenteral therapies
Medication administration which includes critical medications and evaluates response
Adheres to infection prevention protocol including but not limited to hand hygiene, PPE and universal precautions
Administration of blood and blood products
Able to , oral, naso, tracheostomy, endo, and tracheal suctioning

Adapts to varied age specific patient populations; e.g. infant, toddler, adult, etc.
Identifies concomitant health + social needs of patients
Ensures proper discharge instructions and medication reconciliation including follow-up referral

Certified Medical Assistant

PM Pediatrics Urgent Care
Springfield
07.2015 - 03.2019
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
  • Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.

Patient Care Technician/ Per Diem

Children’s specialized
North Brunswick
01.2017 - 11.2017

Certified Medical Assistant

Doctors Express Urgent Care
South Plainfield
06.2011 - 07.2015
  • Assisted with patient intake and medical history documentation.
  • Administered vaccinations and performed basic lab tests as directed.
  • Managed scheduling of appointments and maintained accurate patient records.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems for data entry and retrieval tasks.
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
  • Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.

Pharmacy Technician

Rite Aide Pharmacy
Newark
09.2009 - 06.2011
  • Processed prescription orders accurately and efficiently for customers.
  • Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to patients.
  • Managed inventory by organizing and restocking pharmaceutical supplies regularly.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by answering inquiries about medications.
  • Educated patients on proper medication usage and potential side effects.
  • Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
  • Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

Capella University
11.2025 - 07.2026

Diploma - Nursing

JFK Muhlenberg Harold . Dorothy A. Snyder School
Plainfield, NJ, USA
01-2019

Associate of Science -

Union County College
Cranford, NJ
01-2019

Skills

  • Medication and injection/vaccine and administration
  • Head to toe assessments
  • IV infusion therapy pump
  • Foley catheter/ straight Cath and wound care
  • Phlebotomy
  • Rapid influenza, Urine analysis, Mono, STD and RSV testing
  • Pulmonary function tests (PFTs)
  • Crutch fitting/ Splinting
  • Administering blood products
  • EKG set up and monitoring
  • Oral, naso, tracheotomy suction
  • Collecting, sampling and preparing lab specimens
  • Urgent/Emergency care reporting critical lab values

Education and Coursework

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Organizations

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Certifications

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • PALS

Epic , Cerner , Meditech and CPRS

Omnicell and Pyxis trained

Timeline

Registered Nurse, PACU /Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery

Carewell health , East Orange General Hospital
05.2026 - 08.2026

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

Capella University
11.2025 - 07.2026

Agency Nurse Emergency Department

24/7 Nurses
02.2025 - Current

RN, Emergency Department

Veterans Affairs Medical Hospital
02.2024 - 12.2025

Pre Op /RN, PACU

Mountain Surgery Center
12.2023 - Current

Strike Nurse

Premier health / St Michaels Medical center
06.2022 - 06.2022

Emergency Department RN

Saint Mary’s Passaic
05.2021 - 05.2025

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care

Saint Marys
03.2021 - 07.2021

Med Surge Oncology and Teley

Jersey Shore nursing agency
03.2021 - 06.2021

Telemetry Registered Nurse to Emergency Dept RN

Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Hospital
03.2019 - 07.2022

Patient Care Technician/ Per Diem

Children’s specialized
01.2017 - 11.2017

Certified Medical Assistant

PM Pediatrics Urgent Care
07.2015 - 03.2019

Certified Medical Assistant

Doctors Express Urgent Care
06.2011 - 07.2015

Pharmacy Technician

Rite Aide Pharmacy
09.2009 - 06.2011

Diploma - Nursing

JFK Muhlenberg Harold . Dorothy A. Snyder School

Associate of Science -

Union County College
Quayonna Holloway