Seasoned nursing professional with over 20 years of experience offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center
06.2002 - Current
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Patient Care Technician
Raritan Bay Medical Center
06.2002 - 11.2004
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
03.2018
Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Charles E Gregory School of Nursing
Old Bridge, NJ
06.2004
High School Diploma -
Old Bridge High School
Matawan, NJ
06.1997
Skills
Implemented total nursing care via the nursing process while communicating effectively with patients and family members, evaluating patient treatment and progress toward goals while acting as a patient advocate, assessing and managing care for up to six patients with cardiovascular conditions and emergencies such as: chest pain, arrhythmias, CVA, MI, post-infarct, stroke, hemodynamic instabilities
Provided professional patient care in the Telemetry Units as well as Float Nurse duties in the Med/Surg and Intensive Care Units
Served as acting Charge Nurse as needed, organizing staff/patient assignments and care, documenting patients' health status and nursing care while participating in inter-disciplinary nursing team meetings to improve policies/procedures and to ensure adherence to safety procedures
Care Planning
Medical Assessment
Nursing Staff Leadership
Mobility Assistance
Wound Care
Manage Care of Patients On Ventilators with Assistance of Respiratory Therapist
Epic Systems
Proper Catheter Insertion/Removal
Telemetry Monitoring
Procedure Preparations
Patient Monitoring
Medication and IV Administration
Accomplishments
We C You Awards for Creativity 2021
Certification
ACLS Certification October 2022
BLS Certification February 2023
Current RN License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery/Postpartum at Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical CenterRegistered Nurse, Labor and Delivery/Postpartum at Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center