Experienced with excellent patient care and leadership skills. Keen observation, communication, and intervention skills. Adapt easily to change of environment and work schedule.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
Horizon Staffing Solutions
Hicksville, NY
02.2024 - Current
Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
Developed individualized healthcare plans for students with special needs.
Maintained accurate records of student health information.
Staff Nurse
Jacobi Hospital Center
The Bronx, NY
12.2023 - Current
Assessed and monitored vital signs of trauma patients.
Identified risk factors that could lead to further injuries or illness in trauma patients.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse
Crown Heights Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
Brooklyn, NY
10.2023 - Current
Evaluate the effectiveness of patient care and identities any issues that affect desired resident outcomes
Assess, review, and maintain that daily resident care needs are met, and appropriate resident care is given
Address resident and staff concerns to promote quality care
Supervise staff nurses and CNAs to ensure their completion and quality of duties
Make rounds of resident rooms to observe and evaluate resident's physical/emotional state
Provide direct nursing care as necessary
Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures
Remain prepared to do any services or assignments within the scope of practice of an RN.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Crown Heights Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation
Brooklyn, NY
05.2023 - 09.2023
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations
Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kingsbrook Medical Nursing Home
Brooklyn, NY
03.2022 - 03.2023
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications
Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests
Administered medications, injections, inserted IV's, and performed catheterizations to patients
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning
Performed trach care and suctioning, and ventilator care
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Community Health Care Network
Brooklyn, NY
03.2017 - 02.2022
Administered immunizations to patients to prevent disease
Encouraged health-promoting behaviors to improve patient health and reverse disease
Used ECW system to maintain patient medical records, accurately recording vital statistics, medical histories, vital statistics and test results
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Boro Park Center For Rehabilitation
Brooklyn, NY
04.2015 - 03.2020
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
Identified and assisted with opportunities for performance improvement activities on unit and with other service areas
Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Transportation Management Coordinator
United States Army Reserve
08.2008 - 08.2016
Documented and inventoried freight, cargo and material shipments of all types
Requested and coordinated transport capabilities to meet missions
Identified hazardous materials and safely secured or disposed of it
Coordinated and monitored movement of personnel and cargo throughout country.
Education
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing -
Jersey College School of Nursing
08.2023
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Lincoln Technical Institute - Paramus, NJ
02.2015
Skills
EMR Systems (Epic, Point Click Care and ECW)
Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
Diabetes and Nutrition Education
Performing EKGs
Patient Education
Wound Care
Medication Administration
Care Plan Development
Strong Clinical Judgment
Intravenous Therapy
Setting Up Referrals
Patient Assessments
Acute Illness Recognition
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Trauma recovery
Certification
RN License
First Aid Certification
Infection Control Certification
LPN
CPR Certification
Timeline
School Nurse
Horizon Staffing Solutions
02.2024 - Current
Staff Nurse
Jacobi Hospital Center
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Crown Heights Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
10.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Crown Heights Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation