Dedicated Registered Nurse with Experience in CVICU, ICU, and medical-surgical settings. Maintains an up-to-date ACLS and BLS certification. Proficient in telemetry monitoring and patient advocacy, ensuring punctual care and maintaining comfort in fast-paced and high-acuity environments. Dedicated in enhancing and optimizing patient outcomes through collaborative teamwork.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, CVICU
South Buffalo Mercy Hospital
Buffalo, NY
03.2025 - Current
Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions in high-acuity cardiovascular settings.
Administered medications and treatments per provider and surgeons orders, ensuring compliance with safety and hospital policy protocols.
Assisted with invasive CVICU procedures, such as central line placements and pulmonary artery catheter insertions, ensuring aseptic technique and patient comfort throughout the process.
Demonstrated proficiency in titrating vasoactive medications according to physician orders while closely monitoring hemodynamic parameters for early detection of adverse effects or trends that may require intervention or escalation of care.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
Educated patients and families on post-operative care and lifestyle modifications for heart health.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
South Buffalo Mercy Hospital
Buffalo, NY
06.2024 - 02.2025
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and comfort.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Conducted thorough assessments of patients' conditions to inform treatment decisions.
Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies to continue at home.
Assisted in training new nursing staff and nursing students on unit protocols and best practices.
Nursing Assistant
South Buffalo Mercy Hospital
Buffalo, NY
09.2023 - 05.2024
Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene care.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff ina timely manner.
Supported nursing team with administrative tasks, ensuring accurate patient records.
Implemented infection control procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients.
Advocated for patient needs, fostering effective communication between patients and healthcare providers.
Nursing Intern
South Buffalo Mercy Hospital
Buffalo, NY
06.2023 - 09.2023
Assisted nursing staff in patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety of patients.
Conducted vital signs monitoring and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
Engaged in continuous learning through training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge base.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
05-2024
Associate of Science - Science
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY
06-2020
Skills
ACLS and BLS certification
Competency in telemetry monitoring, interpreting cardiac rhythms, and changes in patient status
Patient and family advocacy and professional bedside manner
Multiple patient management, including patients with titratable IV medications and supportive devices
IV and central line setup and care
Care plan development and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
Wound and tracheostomy care
Epic systems use
Certification
Advanced care life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS)