Advanced Practice Nurse specializing in patient assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and education. Enhanced patient care and outcomes in high-pressure environments through effective communication and teamwork. Committed to continuous professional development and delivering quality healthcare.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Practice Nurse Pulmonary
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center
Atlantic City, New Jersey
06.2024 - Current
Provided comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care strategies.
Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
Ordered and interpreted laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic tests to inform patient management.
Reviewed test results with patients, providing appropriate follow-up instructions.
Prescribed medications in accordance with state regulations.
Performed physical exams and evaluated lab tests and medications to ensure comprehensive patient assessment and care.
Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' condition.
Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
Advanced Practice Nurse Critical Care
Jefferson University Hospital
Stratford, New Jersey
09.2023 - Current
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
Administered medications and monitored patient responses for safety and effectiveness.
Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
Performed procedures such as suturing, central line/arterial line placements, endotracheal intubations, dialysis catheter placements.
Advanced Practice Nurse Critical Care
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center
Atlantic City, New Jersey
01.2017 - Current
Provides direct patient care
Insertion of arterial and central lines, insertion dialysis catheters, managing ventric/ICP monitors, endotracheal intubations
Registered Nurse
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center
Atlantic City, New Jersey
01.2005 - 12.2017
Delivered direct patient care to medical, neurosurgical, and trauma patients in critical care, prioritizing patient safety and comfort
Supported trauma and neurosurgical ICU operations as staff registered nurse, ensuring high-quality patient care
Facilitated care in trauma admitting area as primary and secondary nurse, coordinating patient assessments and interventions.
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