Raquel Ayala-Malave
New York
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with years of experience and expertise in patient education, care plan development, and infection control. Committed to improving health outcomes through effective patient advocacy and collaboration with healthcare teams.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
NORC
New York
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families about health management and disease prevention.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
Public Health Nurse
Visiting Nurse Service of NY
New York
01.1986 - 07.2018
- Performed data collection and analysis related to public health initiatives.
- Performed assessments for each individual case to determine best fit for materials and services.
- Collaborated with local health departments and other community partners.
- Gathered, organized and disseminated information from various sources that included health plans, hospitals, providers and government entities to appropriate individuals.
- Provided follow-up care after hospital discharge or referral from a physician office.
- Planned and coordinated patient and family teaching and health education.
- Attended continuing education programs related to public health topics.
- Conducted home visits to ensure compliance with treatment regimens.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Registered Nurse
New York Hospital/Cornell
New York
08.1982 - 01.1986
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
City College of New York
New York (City), NY05-1982
Skills
- Care plan development
- Electronic medical records
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- Infection control procedures
- Community collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Patient advocacy
- Diabetes management
- [Language] proficiency
- Patient consultation
- Home care
- Family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Physical assessments
- Family and patient support
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
NORC
05.2023 - Current
Public Health Nurse
Visiting Nurse Service of NY
01.1986 - 07.2018
Registered Nurse
New York Hospital/Cornell
08.1982 - 01.1986
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
City College of New York