Sophia Telemaque
150 4th Avenue West Babylon,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center: Emergency Room
11.2021 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Nursing Supervisor
Crown Heights Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
08.2016 - Current
- Supervise licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants
- Assess patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including physicians, case managers, and social workers
- Maintain accurate and detailed records
- Ensure HIPAA compliance
- Communicate effectively with the patient's family or caretakers to ensure their trust
- Identify hazards posed for residents and staff
- Manage infections and critical incidents
- Maintain vigilance over patients to ensure their safety
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL10.2018
Associate - Nursing Science
Jersey College Nursing School
Teterboro, NJ01.2017
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY06.2011
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- High level of autonomy
- Emergency Procedures
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- FLUENT IN creole and french
- Pharmacology knowledge
- IV Insertion
- Airway Management
- Privacy and confidentiality
Certification
- Mechanical Ventilation for Covid-19, 01/01/20
- Registered Nurse, New York, 01/01/17
- Basic Life Support with Automated External Defibrillator Provider, 01/01/18
- Patient Review Instrumental, 01/01/19
Awards
New York Each One Reach One mentoring program for exemplary service to communities.
Nurse above and Beyond emergency rookie of the year 2021
Above and Beyond nurse of the year 2024 .
Daisy award Nominee 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center: Emergency Room
11.2021 - Current
Nursing Supervisor
Crown Heights Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
08.2016 - Current
Associate - Nursing Science
Jersey College Nursing School
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Borough of Manhattan Community College
- Mechanical Ventilation for Covid-19, 01/01/20
- Registered Nurse, New York, 01/01/17
- Basic Life Support with Automated External Defibrillator Provider, 01/01/18
- Patient Review Instrumental, 01/01/19
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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