Vanessa Ochoa
North Brunswick,NJ
Summary
Compassionate and results-driven Registered Nurse with a Master's in Nursing and extensive experience in psychiatric, behavioral health, detoxification, and co-occurring disorder care. Proven ability to manage complex patient populations across acute, residential, and long-term care settings. Skilled in crisis intervention, interdisciplinary collaboration, and culturally sensitive care. Dedicated to promoting patient safety, wellness, and recovery in diverse communities. Fluent in English and Spanish.
Experienced with delivering high-quality educational content and fostering student engagement through interactive teaching methods. Utilizes effective communication skills and critical thinking to create a stimulating learning environment. Track record of leveraging academic expertise to mentor and guide students to academic success.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Berkeley College
09.2026 - Current
- Mentored students in research methodologies and critical thinking skills to improve academic performance.
- Advised students on career paths, internships, and professional development strategies in the nursing field.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating evidence-based teaching methods in nursing courses.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Developed engaging curriculum aligned with academic standards and industry trends.
Registered Nurse
Summit Oaks Psychiatric Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Deliver psychiatric nursing care for adult and adolescent patients in acute and residential settings.
- Managed detoxification and treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
- Manage detoxification, co-occurring mental health, and substance use disorders.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, therapists, and social workers to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Supported crisis stabilization and implemented behavioral de-escalation strategies while monitoring safety, contributing to a secure environment.
Registered Nurse
LTACH/ High Acuity Step Down Care at Pascack Valley Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care, enhancing recovery for medically complex and post-acute patients.
- Performed assessments, IV therapy, wound care, and telemetry monitoring to ensure patient stability.
- Educated patients and families on treatment goals and chronic disease management to promote adherence and improve outcomes.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Administered critical care interventions to stabilize patients in life-threatening conditions.
Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
Preferred Home Health Care Nursing Services
06.2010 - Current
- Provided comprehensive home-based nursing for adult and pediatric patients, ensuring personalized care and support.
- Managed complex care for ventilator-dependent clients, tracheostomies, and G-tubes, facilitating safe and effective patient outcomes.
- Deliver patient and family education on disease management and care continuity.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and care continuity, enhancing understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
AMX Healthcare Inc.
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care across med-surg, subacute, and rehabilitation settings, ensuring patient comfort and recovery.
- Managed high-acuity patients with complex monitoring needs, facilitating effective long-term management and quality of care.
Registered Nurse
Peace of Mind Staffing
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Delivered psychiatric and subacute nursing at Hudson Hills (Jersey City) and Runnells Center for Rehabilitation.
- Monitored behavioral health symptoms and administered psychotropic medications.
Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
All American Healthcare Services
08.2018 - 01.2023
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN07-2027
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program
Chamberlain University
North Brunswick, NJ10-2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - undefined
Chamberlain University
North Brunswick, NJ08-2022
Licensed Practical Nurse Program -
Passaic County Technical Institute
Wayne, NJ08-2009
Skills
- Epic
- PointClickCare
- SigmaCare
- HealthCare Systems
- MyUnity
- WellSky
- Psychiatric & Behavioral Health
- Detoxification & Co-Occurring Disorders
- Crisis Intervention
- Acute & LTAC Nursing
- Pain & Symptom Management
- Comprehensive Health Assessment
- Trach, Vent, & G-Tube Care
- IV Therapy & Blood Transfusions
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Leadership & Collaboration
- Patient & Family Education
- Wound Care
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN) — State of New Jersey | Active, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) — State of New Jersey | Active, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) — Active, Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR/AED) — American Heart Association, Telemetry Certified, Bilingual: English & Spanish (Fluent)
LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS
Bilingual: English & Spanish (Fluent)
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Berkeley College
09.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse
Summit Oaks Psychiatric Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
LTACH/ High Acuity Step Down Care at Pascack Valley Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
AMX Healthcare Inc.
01.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Peace of Mind Staffing
10.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
All American Healthcare Services
08.2018 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
Preferred Home Health Care Nursing Services
06.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - undefined
Chamberlain University
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Walden University
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program
Chamberlain University
Licensed Practical Nurse Program -
Passaic County Technical Institute