Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Certification
Accomplishments
Clinical Nursing Experience
Military Experience
Timeline
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Vincent Cervantes, RN

Fresh Meadows

Summary

Licensed nurse with clinical practicum experience and dedication to quality healthcare delivery. Proven ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with diverse teams. Committed to bringing innovative solutions and a strong work ethic to enhance patient care.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CERTIFIED TURNOVER TECHNICIAN

St. John’s Episcopal Hospital
Far Rockaway
01.2023 - Current
  • Assisted nursing staff with preparation of patients and rooms for procedures.
  • Distributed medical and non-medical supplies throughout department to ensure availability.
  • Performed patient care tasks within Perioperative Services Department to enhance service quality.

HOME HEALTH AIDE

Aging at Home
Mineola
06.2020 - 12.2022
  • Performed essential tasks such as bathing, grooming, and meal planning.
  • Provided emotional support to build resilience and promote well-being.
  • Administered prescribed medications to maintain health standards.
  • Promoted safety by implementing best practices in home environments.

PERI-OPERATIVE ASSISTANT

New York-Presbyterian/Queens
Flushing
10.2012 - 03.2020
  • Executed preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative support tasks for surgical patients.
  • Transported patients safely to and from operating room while ensuring comfort.
  • Cleaned and prepared surgical suites to uphold hygiene standards before procedures.
  • Assisted nursing team with patient transfers and positioning using proper techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Capella University
07-2025

Associate Degree in Nursing -

St. Paul’s School of Nursing
Rego Park, NY
12-2024

Certification

  • Registered Professional Nurse [License number - 984612]
  • AHA Basic Life Support [Renew by 05/2027]
  • Healthcare Sterile-Processing Association [License number - 135291]

Accomplishments

  • Dean’s List Awardee
  • President’s Volunteer Award

Clinical Nursing Experience

Medical-Surgical Unit  | completed 315 practicum hours 

NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens 

  • Learned to conduct comprehensive assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and patient histories.
  • Practiced procedures such as wound care, medication administration, and other nursing interventions.

Pediatric and Obstetric Unit | completed 90 practicum hours

NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens

  • Practiced pediatric-specific nursing procedures, such as administering vaccinations, performing assessments etc.
  • Developed effective communication techniques for interacting with children and their families, including using age-appropriate language and approaches.

Behavioral Health Unit | completed 45 practicum hours

NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan

  • Learned to conduct thorough mental health assessments, including evaluating mood, behavior, cognition, and psychosocial factors.
  • Developed skills in effective communication techniques, including active listening, empathy, and building rapport with patients experiencing mental issues.

Military Experience

92M Mortuary Affairs Specialist

U.S. Army Reserve (2020- present)

  • Responsible for the identification, recovery, and transport of deceased personnel, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards.
  • Maintaining accurate records of deceased personnel, including details of identification, recovery, and disposition.
  • Providing support to the families of the deceased, including assistance with arrangements and information on benefits.

Timeline

CERTIFIED TURNOVER TECHNICIAN

St. John’s Episcopal Hospital
01.2023 - Current

HOME HEALTH AIDE

Aging at Home
06.2020 - 12.2022

PERI-OPERATIVE ASSISTANT

New York-Presbyterian/Queens
10.2012 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Capella University

Associate Degree in Nursing -

St. Paul’s School of Nursing
Vincent Cervantes, RN