Sylvia Pelayo
middleburg,FL
Summary
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented registered nurse with several years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations. Versatile registered nurse with several years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Inpatient Rehabilitation
Orange Park, Florida
12.2014 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in an inpatient rehabilitation setting.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and mobility exercises.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and documented accurately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and rehabilitation techniques.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Trained new nursing staff in procedures and best practices for rehabilitation care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Registered Nurse
UFHeatlh Jacksonville
Jacksonville, Florida
09.2008 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and mobility exercises.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and documented accurately.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Trained new nursing staff in procedures and best practices for rehabilitation care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Registered Nurse
Specialty Hospital
Jacksonville, Florida
01.2007 - 12.2014
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and documented accurately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Registered Nurse
Greenville Hospital
Jersey City, New Jersey
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Registered Nurse
Jersey City Medical Center
Jersey City, New Jersey
02.2004 - 02.2005
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Greenville Hospital
Jersey City, New Jersey
01.1996 - 09.2004
- Provided direct patient care under physician supervision.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions consistently.
- Assisted in wound care and dressing changes for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Vincent's Hospital
Jersey City, New Jersey
03.1993 - 03.1995
- Provided direct patient care under physician supervision.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
St.Bernardine Health Care
Jersey City, New Jersey
03.1991 - 03.1993
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions consistently.
- Assisted in wound care and dressing changes for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Ensured compliance with safety and infection control protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Christ Hospital
Jersey City, New Jersey
06.1990 - 06.1991
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse
St. Louis University Hospital
Baguio city, Philippines
08.1986 - 08.1989
- Educated patients and families on rehabilitation goals and procedures.
- Assisted in daily living activities to promote patient independence.
- Documented patient progress and care interventions accurately in records.
- Implemented safety measures to ensure a secure healing environment for patients.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St Louis University
Baguio City, Philippines06-1986
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Infection control procedures
- Health education
- Critical thinking
- Patient education
- Time management
- Family and patient support
- Ventilator support
- Strong clinical judgment
- Geriatric nursing
- charge nurse role
- preceptor role
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
Accomplishments
CGFNS certificate November 22,1989
Licensed Practical Nurse November 15,1990
NCLEX-RN March 7, 2005
ACLS renewal May 5, 2009
BLS certificate January 8,2025
Nursing Preceptor Certificate July 28,2021
Certificate for Care of Mechanically Ventilated Patients April 26,2007
Certificate for Emergency treatment of lethal Arrhythmias May 2007
Basic Arrhythmia Course January 26, 2005
Certification
registered professional nurse , state of florida
Registered professional Nurse, State of New York 2005
Licensed practical Nurse November 15, 1990
CGFNS certificate November 22, 1989
ACLS renewal May 2009
BLS certificate 01/08/2025 to 01/08/2027
Certificate for emergency treatment of lethal Arrhythmias 05/2007
Certificate for Nursing Preceptor 2007, 2021
Languages
Filipino
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Inpatient Rehabilitation
12.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
UFHeatlh Jacksonville
09.2008 - Current
Registered Nurse
Specialty Hospital
01.2007 - 12.2014
Registered Nurse
Jersey City Medical Center
02.2004 - 02.2005
Registered Nurse
Greenville Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2006
Licensed Practical Nurse
Greenville Hospital
01.1996 - 09.2004
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Vincent's Hospital
03.1993 - 03.1995
Licensed Practical Nurse
St.Bernardine Health Care
03.1991 - 03.1993
Licensed Practical Nurse
Christ Hospital
06.1990 - 06.1991
Registered Nurse
St. Louis University Hospital
08.1986 - 08.1989
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St Louis University
References
Andrea Davis- Orange Park Medical Center-inpatient rehab 904-629-1705
Vanessaa Richmond -Director of Nursing UFHealth Jax. 904-244-1898
Susan Trinidad - Brooks Rehab/Specialty Hospital 904-525-3285