VALERIE JAHERA
Belleville,NJ
Summary
Compassionate, patient-focused, and highly dedicated Registered Nurse, equipped with over 12 years of hands-on experience with a background in leadership, case management and infection control. Recognized for strong work ethics and professional demeanor; with outstanding communication, interpersonal, organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
VHS Hospice Hackensack Meridian Health
10.2023 - Current
- Develop and implement individualized care plans for each hospice patient while following physician orders
- Act as liaison among physician and other members of the health care team to ensure effective coordination and assure that it meets patients needs.
- Establish and maintain successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Recognize and understand specific stages of the dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
Infection Control Coordinator
The Harborage
06.2020 - 10.2023
- Perform preventive measures and maintained firm safety levels to avoid spread of infection and disease.
- Educate healthcare workers, patients and public about infectious and communicable disease transmission and prevention.
- Investigate outbreaks and revamp control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Surveil ongoing infections to verify adequate data collection, control procedures and current staff interventions.
Nursing Supervisor
The Harborage
02.2017 - 06.2020
- Reviewed nursing staff techniques and services rendered to ensure adherence to Facility guidelines.
- Dual shift-responsibility for patient care and management of all departments within the facility.
- Educated and trained new hires on policies and procedures.
- Assigned team members with specific daily tasks and responsibilities.
Patient Care Coordinator
The Harborage
10.2015 - 02.2017
- Functioned as a liaison between patients and the healthcare system.
- Responsible for the oversight of day-to-day high quality patient care of a 64 bed-unit.
- Tasked with creating Care Plans and review of clinical records to ensure accuracy and quality.
- Responsible for timely and accurate reports of patient incidents and initiated investigation follow-up when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah, NJ06.2019
New Jersey State Licensed Registered Nurse -
HackensackUMC Mountainside School of Nursing
Montclair, NJ06.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJSkills
Head-to-toe assessments
Planning and education
Credentialed epic trainer
CDC Policies
Infection Risk Assessment
Surveillance
QAPI
Data analysis
Infection Monitoring
Antibiotic Stewardship
Tracheostomy care
Staff leadership
Direct Patient Care
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Proficient with Google Chrome and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification – American Heart Association (Valid Until September 2027)
- Intravenous Therapy (IV) Certification – Infusion Care
- The Northeastern Basic Course for Principles of Infection Prevention & Control Certification (2021)
- CMS Targeted COVID-19 Training for Nursing Home Management Certification (2021)
- LGBTQI+ Certification (2022)
Additional Information
- License Registered Nurse | State of New Jersey, June 2013 – 26NR16977300
Timeline
RN Case Manager
VHS Hospice Hackensack Meridian Health
10.2023 - Current
Infection Control Coordinator
The Harborage
06.2020 - 10.2023
Nursing Supervisor
The Harborage
02.2017 - 06.2020
Patient Care Coordinator
The Harborage
10.2015 - 02.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hudson County Community College
New Jersey State Licensed Registered Nurse -
HackensackUMC Mountainside School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ramapo College of New Jersey