Stephanie Nguyen Arco, RN, ADN
Morristown Medical Center
Pompton Lakes,NJ
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Compassionate, highly motivated, bilingual registered nurse seeking a nursing career at Morristown Medical Center with the proven ability to provide comprehensive client care in high-volume environments individually and collaboratively. Effective communicator with strong organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills.
Work History
Patient Care Technician
5 Years 6 Months- Provide high-quality patient care by scheduling consultations and cardiac procedures in a timely manner through the electronic medical record system
- Verify medical insurance coverage and process prior authorizations for scheduled procedures
- Process incoming referrals from referring cardiologists
- Obtain and record vital signs, weights, and heights
- Report and document patient condition and patient care outcomes to nurse or physician
- Prepare and assess the patient for provider visits
- Ensure exam rooms are neat, clean, and well-stocked
- Collect and transport specimens for lab testing
Resident Service Aide
9 Months- Provided warm and engaging personal care services to residents with dementia and Alzheimer's
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living while empowering them to do as much as they can independently
- Followed resident care plans as directed by the Resident Nursing Services Director and Nurse Shift Supervisor
- Enforced safety standards and policies by rounding on clients
Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
2 Months- Under the direction of the registered nurse, performed the activities related to the implementation of nursing care plans and the nursing standards, policies, and procedures
- Contributed to the development, evaluation, and reassessment of care plans through observation and reporting changes in patient behavior and physical status
- Assisted in the maintenance of a safe and therapeutic environment on the psychiatric floor
- Maintained patient rooms by making beds, sweeping units, and cleaning surfaces
Caregiver
8 Months- Cared for seniors exhibiting different stages of memory loss including Alzheimer's care and trouble with mobility and incontinence
- Engaged in various art, physical, and companionship activities with seniors
- Assisted seniors with dressing, eating, medication reminders, and toileting
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and their families to deliver companionship and facilitate trusting caregiver relationship
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
- Honor Roll [Spring 2022]
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Skills
Efficient with electronic medical record system - Epic
Infection prevention
Therapeutic communication
Critical thinking
Clinical training and data collection
Administrative
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
Professional bedside manner with culturally competent care
Medical equipment operation and blood glucose monitoring
Fluent in Vietnamese
Volunteer Experience
Corazon de Vida Foundation 07/2013 - 07/2017
- Visited orphanages in Tijuana, Mexico to engage in recreational activities and spend time with the children
- Provided daily necessities including food, toiletries, and toys, and sponsored money to help fund education
Children’s Hospital of Orange County 05/2016 - 10/2017
- Communicated comprehensively with registered nurses and floor managers
- Restocked nursing supplies in stock rooms and on the floor and assisted with activities of daily living
- Assisted in feeding and nurturing babies along with assisting nurses with bed baths
Certification
Basic Life Support
Certified Home Health Aide
Clinical Rotations
- Neurology: St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Paterson, NJ
- Mother/Baby: St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Paterson, NJ
- Pediatrics: St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Paterson, NJ
- Medical Surgical: St. Mary's General Hospital, Passaic, NJ
- Psychiatric: St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Paterson, NJ
- Medical Surgical: St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Paterson, NJ
Affiliations
Nursing Student Organization Secretary - Fall 2023
Nursing Class Secretary - Spring 2023 - Fall 2023
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Morristown Medical Center
04.2021 - CurrentRead More
Resident Service Aide
Bristal Assisted Living
08.2020 - 05.2021Read More
Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
Ramapo Ridge Psychiatric Hospital
02.2020 - 04.2020Read More
Caregiver
Windward Senior Day Care Center
01.2019 - 09.2019Read More
Passaic County Community College
Associates Degree from Nursing
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California State University Fullerton
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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