TORI M. FORTUNATO
Bayonne
Summary
Offering dedicated approach to healthcare with caring and supportive demeanor, well-suited for working in educational settings. Brings foundational understanding of medical care and child health, coupled with skills in basic medical procedures and emergency response. Ready to use and develop skills in health screenings and student wellness in registered nurse role.
Personable and compassionate individual dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in healthcare settings, with foundational understanding of medical terminology and patient management techniques. Familiar with vital signs monitoring and basic clinical procedures, emphasizing importance of patient comfort and adherence to safety standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
Bayonne Board of Education
10.2024 - Current
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Streamlined documentation processes for maintaining accurate student health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Served as a resource for faculty and staff by providing training on first aid, CPR, and other health-related topics.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in healthcare delivery to continuously improve the quality of nursing services provided in the school setting.
- Improved overall student health by implementing comprehensive health education programs and preventive measures.
Medical Receptionist/Front and Back Office Medical Assistant
Cardiac Arrhythmia Specialist
05.2020 - 09.2024
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation. Performed insurance identification, documents patient updates and organized filing system
- Identified and followed through with prior authorizations, disability, medical records, and medication refills
- Assisting with minor in office procedures ensuring a sterile environment and providing with the tools necessary
- Obtaining and documenting vital signs, chief complaints, medical history, and medications
- Performed 12 lead EKG testing, performs treadmill stress EKG, experience in EKG testing with direct patient care
- Collect blood, or urine samples, safely dispose of blood or other biohazard materials and prepare all required paperwork and documentation
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently managing the front desk operations and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
Student Nurse: Adults
Robert Wood Johnson
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided direct patient care and critical care to patients with complex medical conditions including cardiac, telemetry monitoring and respiratory issues
- Conducted assessments, developed and implemented care plans and administered medications and treatments based off the care plans
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop and implemented evidence based care
- Provided education and support to patients and families, resulting in improved patient care
Student Nurse: Adults, Pediatrics
Rising Tree Tops
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Direct nursing care with clients at the respite location
- Performed physical assessments, verified prescribers' orders, administered medications
- Conducted assessments on clients due for immunizations and administered the required immunizations
Student Nurse: Adults/ Maternity/ Labor and Delivery
Saint Peter's University
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Direct nursing care of hospitalized patients in labor and delivery, postpartum unit and mother and baby unit
- Performed maternal evaluation, fetal assessment, postpartum care, and support, education
- Administered medications on laboring mothers per physician orders
- Conducted initial assessment of patient and unborn baby to determine labor progress and patient history
Student Nurse: Pediatrics
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Deliver specialized care to diverse pediatric population
- Communicate with parents, families, patient on the education of treatment plans, medical conditions, and compassion
- Coordinated with physicians to develop, evaluate and implement comprehensive nursing plans and care for pediatric patients
- Administered medication, monitored patient vital signs, and conduct patient assessments
- Manage electronic medical records and create reports for physicians on symptoms, pain levels, vital signs, and changes in the patient conditions
Student Nurse: Adults
Saint Peter's University
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Implemented evidenced based practice for patients with a variety of conditions mainly patients with dialysis
- Completed documentation of treatment, assessments, re-evaluations, and discharge notes
- Ensured patient safety and dignity to be withheld within the facility
- Medication administration
- Measured and recorded vital signs for an average of 50 patients per day, maintaining 100% accuracy
Student Nurse: Adults
Riverview Medical Center
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Implemented evidenced based practice for patients with a variety of conditions
- Completed documentation of treatment, assessments, re-evaluations, and discharge notes
- Assessed, implemented, and evaluated a comprehensive plan of care with the interdisciplinary care team in conjunction with patient and family
- Ensured patient safety and dignity to be withheld within the facility
- Medication administration
Student Nurse: Adults
Riverside Rehabilitation Center
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Implemented evidenced based practice for patients with a variety of conditions in a rehabilitation facility
- Assessed, implemented, and evaluated a plan of care with the interdisciplinary care team
- Assistance with activities of daily learning
- Completed documentation of treatment, assessments, re-evaluations
Surgery Scheduling Coordinator
Women's Center for Obstetrics & Gynecology
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Coordinated scheduling surgeries, rescheduling surgeries, inductions, C-sections, and amniocentesis's
- Acted as a liaison between Hackensack University Medical Center Maternal Fetal Medicine by coordinating echocardiograms, ultrasounds, and patient appointments between different offices in Hackensack
- Trained new employees on office procedures, policies, and protocols
- Managed high volume of incoming calls and inquiries related to surgery scheduling with professionalism and attention to detail.
- Coordinated pre-surgical testing requirements to minimize delays or cancellations on the day of surgery.
- Improved accuracy in surgery scheduling, ensuring appropriate pre-operative preparations were completed.
- Established strong working relationships with other departments involved in surgical care such as anesthesia, radiology and laboratory services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Cum Laude
Chamberlain University
North Brunswick, NJ09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ05.2018
Skills
- Scholarly Research Databases EPIC
- Acute illness recognition
- Health education promotion
- Medication administration
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Injury treatment
- Allergy management
- Decision-making
- Infection control measures
- Patient assessments
- Medical screening
Certification
- Registered Nurse (BSN, RN), 26NR26462500
- CPR-BLS (Basic Life Support), American Heart Association
- OSHA certification
- HIPAA certification
- DDD certification
Honors And Awards
- Rider University Academic Scholarship, 2014-2018
- Dean's List, Chamberlain College of Nursing
- Daisy Award Nomination
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, 2021-present
Timeline
School Nurse
Bayonne Board of Education
10.2024 - Current
Student Nurse: Adults
Robert Wood Johnson
03.2024 - 08.2024
Student Nurse: Adults, Pediatrics
Rising Tree Tops
01.2024 - 03.2024
Student Nurse: Adults/ Maternity/ Labor and Delivery
Saint Peter's University
09.2023 - 11.2023
Student Nurse: Pediatrics
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
07.2023 - 09.2023
Student Nurse: Adults
Saint Peter's University
05.2023 - 07.2023
Student Nurse: Adults
Riverview Medical Center
03.2023 - 04.2023
Student Nurse: Adults
Riverside Rehabilitation Center
01.2023 - 02.2023
Medical Receptionist/Front and Back Office Medical Assistant
Cardiac Arrhythmia Specialist
05.2020 - 09.2024
Surgery Scheduling Coordinator
Women's Center for Obstetrics & Gynecology
01.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Rider University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Cum Laude
Chamberlain University
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