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VANESSA AQUINO

The Bronx

Summary

Registered Nurse with extensive experience at James J. Peters VA Medical Center, specializing in patient care and clinical informatics. Bilingual in English and Spanish, skilled in enhancing workflows and optimizing healthcare systems. Demonstrated success in implementing innovative vaccination strategies, ensuring patient safety and compliance while promoting teamwork among healthcare professionals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

CrowdRx
New York
10.2024 - Current
  • Ensured safety for all patients by strictly adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patient reactions and documenting conditions.
  • Responded swiftly to emergencies, providing expert care and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained compliance with medication administration standards and best practices in patient care.
  • Evaluated patients to identify complications and coordinated treatment with the critical care team.
  • Tracked dosages meticulously to ensure accuracy in medication administration.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance overall patient outcomes and response strategies.

Clinical Applications Coordinator, Informatics RN

James J. Peters VA Medical Center
Bronx
06.2022 - Current
  • Participated in development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for faculty training and development.
  • Ensured systems development and maintenance delivered efficient workflows for end users.
  • Facilitated integration between clinical areas and IT to address facility needs using reporting tools.
  • Collaborated with committees and task forces to optimize system functionality decisions.
  • Assisted in assessing current processes to identify improvement opportunities for future designs.
  • Conducted new employee education classes on features of facility’s EHR (CPRS).

Wellness RN

Affiliated Physicians
Pelham
01.2021 - 12.2024
  • Administered COVID-19 vaccinations to adults, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Monitored and documented dosage inventory to maintain accurate supply levels.
  • Educated patients on potential side effects related to vaccinations for informed consent.
  • Verified registration documents to confirm eligibility and facilitate smooth processes.

Vaccination & Testing Program Manager

James J. Peters VA Medical Center
Bronx
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Implemented innovative strategies for constructing testing and vaccination center.
  • Managed COVID-19 vaccination distribution point, ensuring efficient service delivery.
  • Oversaw daily operations of vaccination clinic and symptom screening programs.
  • Developed policies and procedures to enhance medical center functionality.
  • Conducted internal audits to improve data efficiency and patient safety.
  • Evaluated internal controls, ensuring accountability across program aspects.
  • Supervised three RNs, two LPNs, one Health Tech, and five Nursing Assistants for coordinated vaccine access and screening.
  • Educated Veterans on state vaccine protocols and digital systems.

Telehealth/Flu Clinic Nurse

Tribeca Pediatrics
New York
09.2020 - 12.2021
  • Administered annual flu vaccinations to children aged six months to 18 years.
  • Documented patient encounters in OPM software to ensure accurate records.
  • Educated parents and children on potential vaccination side effects.
  • Monitored and documented clinic vaccination stock inventory.
  • Instructed patients on self-care techniques to enhance health outcomes.
  • Prepared patient rooms by cleaning, sanitizing equipment, and stocking supplies.
  • Delivered information about care and medications in clear, understandable language.
  • Coordinated timely prescription refills by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.

Float RN

James J. Peters VA Medical Center
Bronx
01.2017 - 08.2021
  • Provided direct patient care in GI, Cardiology, Endocrine, Diabetes, Hypertension, Infectious Disease, Rheumatology, and Pulmonary outpatient clinics as needed.
  • Triage patients to ensure appropriate follow-up care.
  • Administered vaccines and medications while treating minor injuries.
  • Obtained blood samples, throat cultures, and urine samples for laboratory tests.
  • Responded to emergency situations within outpatient department promptly.
  • Documented nursing care for accurate billing and clinic records.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to relevant doctors without delay.
  • Monitored appointment trends, identifying veterans with high no-show rates.

Education

Masters of Science - Nursing Informatics

CUNY School of Professional Studies
New York, NY
12.2022

Bachelors of Science - Nursing

SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY
08.2018

Associates of Science - Nursing

Bronx Community College
Bronx, NY
06.2016

Skills

  • Bilingual (English and Spanish)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Outlook Mail
  • Internal Databases
  • Epic
  • Cerner
  • Passport
  • Slim CD
  • Eagle
  • RIS
  • Patient Works
  • CPRS
  • VSE
  • Essentris
  • ARK
  • VistA
  • Clinicomp
  • VISTA
  • Consult Tracking Manager
  • ICB
  • VATAS
  • OHRS
  • HR SMART
  • USA Staffing
  • EPAS
  • Typing 50 wpm

Awards And Leadership

  • Selflessness in giving back to our community, BCC RN Class of 2016
  • Catch A Star Recognition for going above and beyond for patients, Mount Sinai Hospital, 2015
  • Chemotherapy Biotherapy: Fundamentals of Administration, Oncology Nursing Society, 2017
  • Chair Relationship Based Care Council, JJP Bronx VA Hospital, 2017
  • Sigma Theta Tau, Honor Society of Nursing, 2018
  • CMSA Integrated Case Management Training, Case Management Society of America, 2019
  • Clinical Excellence Award, JJP Bronx VA Hospital, 2019, 2022
  • National Society of Leadership & Success, CUNY School of Professional Studies, 2019
  • Daisy Award Nomination, Daisy Foundation, 2020

Licensure And Certification

  • New York Registered Professional Nurse, 721989
  • New Jersey Registered Professional Nurse, 26NR23110200
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
  • Infection Control for Providers
  • AMIA 10x10 certificate program, Veterans Health Administration
  • Informatics Nursing Certification, ANCC

Timeline

Registered Nurse

CrowdRx
10.2024 - Current

Clinical Applications Coordinator, Informatics RN

James J. Peters VA Medical Center
06.2022 - Current

Vaccination & Testing Program Manager

James J. Peters VA Medical Center
08.2021 - 06.2022

Wellness RN

Affiliated Physicians
01.2021 - 12.2024

Telehealth/Flu Clinic Nurse

Tribeca Pediatrics
09.2020 - 12.2021

Float RN

James J. Peters VA Medical Center
01.2017 - 08.2021

Masters of Science - Nursing Informatics

CUNY School of Professional Studies

Bachelors of Science - Nursing

SUNY Empire State College

Associates of Science - Nursing

Bronx Community College

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