Sanj Wilson
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Nurse- Radiology
NYC H+H Woodhull Medical Center
06.2020 - Current
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Managed [Number] nurses and nursing activities in [Number]-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
Staff Nurse- Radiology
NYC H+H Woodhull Medical Center
09.2017 - 06.2020
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Medication and Charge Nurse
Upper Eastside Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
04.2017 - 09.2017
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility, or self-care.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
- Developed and implemented specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Externship
NYC H+H Woodhull Medical Center
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Recorded vital signs and intake and output of patients and documented information in [Software].
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with specimen collection and handled appropriately to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
- Practiced patient care by taking vital signs and providing wound care for patients.
- Documented and communicated patient information in EMR system for accurate tracking.
- Monitored patient status to report signs and symptoms of adverse reactions to medication.
- Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with physicians, family members, and other care team members.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
CUNY Schools of Professional Studies
New York, NY05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
New York, NY12.2016
Skills
- Professionalism
- Leadership
- Communication
- Teambuilding and Interpersonal skills
- Organization and Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Planning and Coordination
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
- Self-Motivated
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of seven organization leaders in performing MRI proactive risk assessment and the development of MRI Device Safety Guideline.
- Supervised team of six staff members.
- Secretary of Nursing Policy and Procedure Committee.
Certification
- Registered Professional Nurse License for New York State-NYS Boards of Nursing Active
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Current
- Advanced Life Support (ACL) Current
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Current
- Safety/Competent Opioid Prescribing Education Mar, 2020
- Intravenous and Phlebotomy Course Jan 2017
- Empathy and Caring Communication Course Jan 2017
- The Period of Purple Crying-Shaken Baby Syndrome Apr 2016
- Mandated Reported: Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Maltreatment Apr 2016
- CDC Immunization: You Call the Shots Modules Apr 2016
- CDC Autism Case Training: Part 1
Additional Information
- Summa Cum Laude (CUNY School of Professional Studies), May 2023
- Clinical Nurse Excellence Award (NYC H+H Woodhull Medical and Mental Health), May 2023
- Dean's list (CUNY Schools of professional Studies), May 2018- May 2023
- Covid-19 Healthcare Hero, 2021
- Dean's List (Borough of Manhattan Community College), Aug 2013- May 2015
Timeline
Head Nurse- Radiology
NYC H+H Woodhull Medical Center
06.2020 - Current
Staff Nurse- Radiology
NYC H+H Woodhull Medical Center
09.2017 - 06.2020
Medication and Charge Nurse
Upper Eastside Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
04.2017 - 09.2017
Externship
NYC H+H Woodhull Medical Center
01.2017 - 03.2017
Master of Science - Nursing Education
CUNY Schools of Professional Studies
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
- Registered Professional Nurse License for New York State-NYS Boards of Nursing Active
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Current
- Advanced Life Support (ACL) Current
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Current
- Safety/Competent Opioid Prescribing Education Mar, 2020
- Intravenous and Phlebotomy Course Jan 2017
- Empathy and Caring Communication Course Jan 2017
- The Period of Purple Crying-Shaken Baby Syndrome Apr 2016
- Mandated Reported: Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Maltreatment Apr 2016
- CDC Immunization: You Call the Shots Modules Apr 2016
- CDC Autism Case Training: Part 1
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