Vanessa Scolavino
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Support Assistant
Department Of Defense
07.2023 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing phone lines.
- Enhanced office workflow for medical staff by maintaining accurate records and timely data entry.
- Streamlined patient check-in process with effective communication and organization skills.
- Provided compassionate support, addressing patient concerns and inquiries in a professional manner.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless coordination of patient care services.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA regulations while handling sensitive patient information.
Home Care Attendant
Fortitude Senior Care
03.2020 - 04.2023
- Assisted elderly clients in activities of daily living such as feedings, bathing, ambulation, and home maintenance and accompanied clients to doctors appointments
- Monitored vitals and assisted in medication regimen.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients, ensuring optimal living conditions.
- Provided emotional support to clients and their families, fostering strong relationships.
- Administered medication accurately, adhering strictly to doctor instructions for client safety.
- Collaborated with other care team members, ensuring seamless coordination in delivering comprehensive care plans.
Nursing Clinical Experience
New York City College Of Technology
08.2020 - 01.2023
- Assisted nursing staff in patient care such as medication and vaccine administration, blood draws, taking vital signs, hygiene, perineal care, foley care, blood sugar glucose monitoring, and EKGs
- Experience in documentation of patient care.
Special Needs Child Care
Private Home Care Services
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Insured the safety of child under the age of three for spontaneous overnight seizures
- Monitored vitals and assisted in medication regimen.
- Nurtured strong relationships between caregivers and families by providing empathetic support during difficult times or transitions.
- Safeguarded the well-being of all children by diligently observing safety protocols and promptly addressing potential hazards in the environment.
Receptionist
Atlantic Sports Medicine
06.2018 - 10.2020
- Scheduled appointments and surgeries while assisting in new patient in-takes
- Verified patient insurances and legal documentation that were involved in no fault motor vehicle accidents and worker's compensation
- Served as a bilingual translator between patient, doctor and lawyer.
- Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing Practice
Capella University
07.2023
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing Science
CUNY New York City College of Technology
01.2023
Science Education
CUNY Brooklyn College
12.2019
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School
06.2018
Skills
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Interpersonal Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Critical Thinking
- Resourcefulness
- Cultural humility
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Client-Caregiver therapeutic communication
- Patient Education
- Patient and Case Management
- Clinical Documentation
- Proficient in Microsoft Word documents, PowerPoints, and Excel sheets
Accomplishments
- Licensed by New York State Nursing Board
NCLEX-RN License # 878815-01
- Basic Life Support/ CPR and AED
E-Card Code 225416818814
Due for renewal July 2024
Volunteer Experience
Care For the Homeless, 81 Junius Street Brooklyn, NY 11212
- Assisted in new patient intakes
- Promotion of preventive care through education
- Vaccination administration
- Practiced therapeutic communication with victims of domestic abuse
Timeline
Medical Support Assistant
Department Of Defense
07.2023 - Current
Special Needs Child Care
Private Home Care Services
01.2022 - 09.2022
Nursing Clinical Experience
New York City College Of Technology
08.2020 - 01.2023
Home Care Attendant
Fortitude Senior Care
03.2020 - 04.2023
Receptionist
Atlantic Sports Medicine
06.2018 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing Practice
Capella University
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing Science
CUNY New York City College of Technology
Science Education
CUNY Brooklyn College
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School
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