Experienced and compassionate nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical and leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in monitoring medications, administering injections and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Adheres to advocating for patients as well as demonstarting cultural sensitivity. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Excels in communication, empathy and ensuring adequate support and team collaboration.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
URMC Canalside Family Medicine
Rochester
03.2024 - Current
Collecting Data from patients via telephone and my Chart messages to appropriately distribute to specific providers on the team/med staff for referrals
Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and immunizations, wound care, and monitoring vital signs
Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures by preparing equipment and supplies
Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient information, treatments, and progress
Ensured compliance with infection control protocols to prevent the spread of diseases in healthcare settings
Monitored patients' physical and emotional well-being, providing comfort measures as needed
Performed routine laboratory tests such as blood glucose monitoring or urinalysis
Responded promptly to emergency situations by implementing appropriate interventions according to established protocols
Demonstrated proficiency in using electronic health record systems for accurate documentation
Advocated for patients' rights while respecting their cultural beliefs and personal preferences
Educated patients on lifestyle modifications that promote overall wellness and disease prevention
Same background of tasks from Jordan Health as well
Using Epic EMR
Lead Licensed Practical Nurse
Jordan Health @ Brown Square
Rochester
11.2014 - 03.2024
Family Practice - Pediatrics/Adults/Geriatrics/OBGYN
Measure and record patient's vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, oximetry and respiration.
Work as a part of a healthcare teams to determine patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions.
Collect blood, urine or sputum samples from patients, and perform routine laboratory procedures such as pregnancy/STD testing, Rapid HIV, HEP C, rapid strep/group B strep, urinalysis, Lead and Hemocue, blood glucose and HgbA1C levels pertinent to patient care .. As well as administering medications, narcan and immunizations needed in office.
Prepare patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explain procedures, such as ear lavages, nebulizer treatments, Nexplanon Insertions/Removals, IUD's, Skin Biopsies and Joint Injections, give glucose intolerance drinks, and EKG's.
Evaluate nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other health care team members as necessary (Social work, RN case managers, Dieticians and Mental Health).
Set up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms.
Attend and participate in team meetings.
Provide patient education and teach back to patients.
Order supplies and restock/clean exam rooms.
Provide culturally sensitive care to Refugee patients concerning their healthcare, administration of medication and immunizations for adults and children.
Act as a liaison for providers with patients, outside providers and other community agencies.
Preform pre-visit planning for daily patient schedules, make sure each patient is up to date with specific guidelines such as colonoscopy/FIT tests, pap smears, mammograms and immunizations.
Experienced in sterilizing equipment by autoclave.
Back up Vaccination For Children (VFC) Coordinator
PROFICIENT IN ECW (ELECTRONIC CLINICAL WORKS) SYSTEM, ACCESS TO RHIO (RGH, UNITY), EPARTNER (URMC, HIGHLAND), HCS (HEALTH COMMERCE SYSTEM) INCLUDING ISTOP (NARCOTIC DISTRIBUTION in NYS) AND NYSIIS (VACCINATIONS FOR CHILDREN, AND LEAD DATA in NYS)
Residential Habilitator
CP Rochester
Rochester
04.2007 - 05.2013
RESIDENTIAL HABILITATOR | CP ROCHESTER | APRIL 2007 - MAY 2013
Certified in Medication Administration for the group home residents
Assisted residents with ADL's specific to them, showering, toileting, hair care, assisting with feeding,
Assist in the planning, and implementation of service plan goals and objectives.
Provide transportation for individual on community activities.
Knowledgeable about community resources to better assist individuals served in achieving their goals while seeking to empower and enhance their quality of life.
Assist individuals in the preparation of meals as appropriate their preferences, abilities, and interest and in accordance with dining guidelines.
Assist individuals with skill building and attainment of ISP/service plan goals.
Assist individual in resolving health and hygiene issues.
Perform safe lifts and transfers of individuals who use wheelchairs. Ability to perform physical restraint if necessary.
Transfer, change, shower assist with toileting and all personal care needs of the individuals supported.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing Certification
Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES
Rochester, NY
08-2014
Skills
Patient care
Medication administration
Vital sign monitoring
Electronic health record
Patient education
Infection control
Team collaboration
Cultural sensitivity
Data collection
Emergency response
Clinical documentation
Lab testing
Immunization administration
Healthcare advocacy
Time management
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Accomplishments
Perfect Attendance, Clinical Excellence and High Honors Awards from Nursing School