SOPHIA ROSARIO
Central Islip,NY
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with a background spanning surgery, internal medicine, ENT, and long-term care. Provides medication administration, vital signs monitoring, electronic charting, wound care, and patient preparation, with added support in prior authorization, procedural assistance, and team-based care coordination.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Catherine of Sienna Nursing and Rehab Center
Smithtown, New York
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored resident responses, ensuring effective treatment in nursing and rehab setting.
- Documented vital signs, symptoms, and care updates to support accurate patient assessments.
- Collaborated with nurses and care teams on resident treatment plans.
- Provided daily living care for long-term care residents, enhancing their comfort and well-being.
Cataract & Plastic Surgery
Long Island Ambulatory Surgery
Brentwood, NY
04.2017 - 01.2024
- Provided comprehensive preoperative and postoperative patient care to enhance recovery.
- Assisted surgeon during procedures as surgical technician to improve operation flow.
- Initiated IV lines to facilitate timely medication administration.
- Contributed innovative ideas during team meetings and practical solutions to improve team performance and outcomes.
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck
Mount Sinai School of Medicine Medical Center
New York, NY
06.2005 - 04.2017
- Secured prior authorization from insurance providers to facilitate timely patient care
- Prepared patients for examination, ensuring comfort and understanding of procedures
- Documented patient medical history during consultations to inform treatment plans
Internal Medicine
North Shore Medical Group/Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Huntington, NY
11.2010 - 12.2015
- Measured and recorded vital signs, including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure, in a clinical setting.
- Conducted EKGs to assist in diagnosing cardiac conditions
- Administered immunizations to ensure patient protection against preventable diseases
- Executed suture and staple removal to promote patient recovery
General Surgery Department
North Shore Medical Group/Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Huntington, NY
08.2002 - 08.2011
- Conducted temporal artery biopsy procedures to aid in accurate diagnosis of conditions
- Administered wound care treatments to promote healing and comfort for patients
- Managed specimens for laboratory testing to ensure timely and accurate analysis
- Worked in a practice with 3 General Surgeons who specialized in Breast, Vascular and Thoracic Surgery. I assisted with all the office procedures. When working with the Neurologist, I evaluated the patients, scheduled their surgery and obtained any medical information and authorization needed.
Education
New York State Licensed Practical Nurse -
Eastern Suffolk Boces
Brentwood, NY04-2015
Certified Medical Assistant -
Branford Hall Career Institute
Bohemia, NY07-2002
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic charting
- Preoperative care
- Prior authorization
- Patient assessment
Certification
- New York State Licensed Practical Nurse, 2015-07, License No: 322470-1 Certificate No: 9021192, Basic Life Support Certification – American Heart Association, 2026-12
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Catherine of Sienna Nursing and Rehab Center
01.2024 - Current
Cataract & Plastic Surgery
Long Island Ambulatory Surgery
04.2017 - 01.2024
Internal Medicine
North Shore Medical Group/Mount Sinai School of Medicine
11.2010 - 12.2015
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck
Mount Sinai School of Medicine Medical Center
06.2005 - 04.2017
General Surgery Department
North Shore Medical Group/Mount Sinai School of Medicine
08.2002 - 08.2011
New York State Licensed Practical Nurse -
Eastern Suffolk Boces
Certified Medical Assistant -
Branford Hall Career Institute