Rosalina Sumter
Bay Shore
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. I have also worked in various areas in and out of the hospital including Med-Surg units. Critical Care areas mainly telemetry. Chronic vent unit. Winthrop home care as a field nurse. I also was on the float team that allowed me to work in the Emergency Department primarily ED overflow and chest pain unit. Neurology,Oncology,Orthopedic,Surgical, Peritoneal Dialysis and TCV units.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2000
2000
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Winthrop Hospital/ NYU Langone
Mineola
10.2003 - 08.2025
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Conducted assessments to determine patient needs and appropriate interventions.
- Documented patient progress and care activities in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- 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.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- 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.
Licensed Practical Nurse
UCP Bayview
Island Park
12.1999 - 10.2003
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing and feeding patients.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Long Island University
Brooklyn , NY 01.1998 - 12.2001
Hillcrest High School
Jamaica, NYSome College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Queensborough Community College
Oakland Gardens, NYSkills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care planning
- Electronic health records
- Critical thinking
- Patient education
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Patient assessments
- Medical recordkeeping
- Precepting
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Electronic health records management
- Tracheostomy care
- Palliative and pain management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Winthrop Hospital/ NYU Langone
10.2003 - 08.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
UCP Bayview
12.1999 - 10.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Long Island University
01.1998 - 12.2001
Hillcrest High School
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Queensborough Community College