Rafael Rivera
Brick , NJ,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in 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. Patient-oriented Nurse with 13 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Psychiatric specialty.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Sunrise Detox Center
05.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
RN Psychiatric
South Beach Psychiatric Center -OMH
04.2009 - 09.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collected blood, , and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Charles E Gregory School of Nursing
Old Bridge, NJ05.2009
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Health Promotion
- Discharge Planning
- Compassion and Empathy
- Infection Control
- Pain Management
- Patient Assessment
- Cultural Competence
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Conflict Resolution
- Attention to Detail
- Medication Administration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Vaccine Administration
Timeline
RN
Sunrise Detox Center
05.2022 - Current
RN Psychiatric
South Beach Psychiatric Center -OMH
04.2009 - 09.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Charles E Gregory School of Nursing
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