RN ( ASN) 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
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Miravista Behavioral Health
Holyoke, MA
09.2023 - Current
Managed and supervised a team of 10 registered nurses on a given shift.
Monitored clinical outcomes to identify opportunities for improvement in care delivery.
Created individualized patient plans based on assessment findings.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
Provided guidance, support and professional development to staff members.
Conducted regular performance reviews to ensure quality patient care.
Participated in multidisciplinary teams to develop new programs and services.
Maintained records of staff attendance, payroll and other personnel data.
RN
Capuano Care
East Longmeadow, MA
04.2023 - Current
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Nurse Care Manager
Centro One health
Chicopee, MA
08.2023 - 04.2024
Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures.
Provided guidance to staff on patient care, clinical practice, and professional development.
Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient outcomes.
Monitored quality assurance activities for compliance with standards of care.
Evaluated performance of individual nurses against established standards.
Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness of documentation.
Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
Implemented strategies that improved operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements such as HIPAA and OSHA.
LPN Field Nurse
Capuano Home Care
East Longmeadow, MA
02.2020 - 04.2023
Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
LPN Home Care Nurse
Century Homecare
Springfield, MA
02.2019 - 01.2023
Provide nursing management in the home from medications to skilled nursing visits like wound and IV care etc.
Lead nurse
Codac Behavioral Healthcare
Ludlow, SD
08.2018 - 04.2023
I work with participants who are in enrolled in Medicated assistive Treatment (MAT) in the correctional setting
Maintained staff safety during inmate treatments by observing all security procedures and regulations.
Identified issues related to mental health conditions and recommended specific therapies for patients. This population is Dual diagnosis
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
PORCHLIGHT INC
Chicopee, MA
09.2018 - 09.2019
I am an Lpn elder service coordinator that over see elders and Unlicensed Assistive personnel in the home
All nursing services are in their home .
Completed follow up assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
Report to the RN any changes in conditions.
Supervisions of the Unlicensed personnel
Maintaining employee records
Liaison for the Homecare agency's with Porchlight
Maintained compliance with guidelines such as HIPAA and OSHA.
Helped staff care for individual patients by applying top-notch clinical judgment and abilities.
LPN Staff Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Services
West Springfield, VA
02.2018 - 06.2019
Overnight homecare for pediatric patient that is on a ventilator and has several other acute issues
Staff Nurse
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK
Springfield, MA
08.2014 - 01.2018
Helping patients with substance abuse and mental health
Administer prescribed medications, noting times and amounts on patients' charts
Provide basic patient care or treatments, such as taking temperatures or blood pressures, dressing
wounds
Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse
reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action
Answer patients' calls and determine how to assist them
Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure,
pulse, and respiration
Work as part of a healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement
interventions
Evaluate nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other healthcare team members as necessary
Apply compresses, ice bags, or hot water bottles
Supervise nurses' aides or assistants
Being compliant with osha guidelines and the department of public health
Travel Nurse
EXPERT STAFFING
West Springfield, MA
08.2013 - 01.2016
Administer prescribed medications or maintain intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on
patients' charts
Provide basic patient care or treatments, such as taking temperatures or blood pressures, dressing
wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas or douches, rubbing with alcohol, massaging, or performing
catheterizations
Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse
reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action
Sterilize equipment and supplies, using germicides, sterilizer, or autoclave
Answer patients' calls and determine how to assist them
Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure,
pulse, and respiration
Work as part of a healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement
interventions
Collect samples, such as blood, urine, or sputum from patients, and perform routine laboratory
tests on samples
Assemble and use equipment, such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers
Evaluate nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other healthcare team members as necessary
Supervise nurses' aides or assistants.
Staff Nurse
HOLYOKE GERATRICS NURSING HOME
Holyoke, MA
03.2010 - 10.2014
Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records
Record patients' medical information and vital signs
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition
Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions
Direct or supervise less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel or supervise a particular unit
Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate
patient care plans
Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity
Prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments
Provide health care, first aid, immunizations, or assistance in convalescence or rehabilitation in
locations such as schools, hospitals, or industry
Prepare rooms, sterile instruments, equipment, or supplies and ensure that stock of supplies is
maintained
Administer local, inhalation, intravenous, or other anesthetics
Perform physical examinations, make tentative diagnoses, and treat patients en route to hospitals
or at disaster site triage centers
Observe nurses and visit patients to ensure proper nursing care.
Education
CPR RENEWED IN - BLS
American Red Cross
Springfield, MA
01.2023
Associate - ASN
Excelsior College
Albany, NY
02.2023
Narcan Training -
2020
Substance abuse training -
2020
IV CERT IN -
2019
Dementia Traning -
2019
Less than 1 year)
LPN
Home Health
Ventilator (2 years)
Infusion therapy (9 years)
Home Care
Behavioral Health
EMR Systems
Medication Administration
Dementia Care
Vital Signs
Nursing
Certifications and Licenses
LPN
Additional Information -
Skills
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Documenting incidents
Patient triaging
Staff direction and task delegation
Counting narcotics
Educating Families
Empathetic and compassionate
Psychotropic medication knowledge
Troubleshooting
First Aid/CPR
Chronic Disease Management
Health History Documentation
Performance Tracking
Staff Management
Strategic Planning
Inventory Control
Schedule development
Timeline
Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Miravista Behavioral Health
09.2023 - Current
Nurse Care Manager
Centro One health
08.2023 - 04.2024
RN
Capuano Care
04.2023 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Capuano Home Care
02.2020 - 04.2023
LPN Home Care Nurse
Century Homecare
02.2019 - 01.2023
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
PORCHLIGHT INC
09.2018 - 09.2019
Lead nurse
Codac Behavioral Healthcare
08.2018 - 04.2023
LPN Staff Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Services
02.2018 - 06.2019
Staff Nurse
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK
08.2014 - 01.2018
Travel Nurse
EXPERT STAFFING
08.2013 - 01.2016
Staff Nurse
HOLYOKE GERATRICS NURSING HOME
03.2010 - 10.2014
CPR RENEWED IN - BLS
American Red Cross
Associate - ASN
Excelsior College
Narcan Training -
Substance abuse training -
IV CERT IN -
Dementia Traning -
Less than 1 year)
LPN
Home Health
Ventilator (2 years)
Infusion therapy (9 years)
Home Care
Behavioral Health
EMR Systems
Medication Administration
Dementia Care
Vital Signs
Nursing
Certifications and Licenses
LPN
Additional Information -