Warren Gray Jr, DNP, RN, FNP-BC
Brooklyn,USA
Summary
Dynamic registered nurse with extensive cardiac care experience at Mount Sinai Hospital. Proven expertise in clinical assessment and emergency response, enhancing patient outcomes through innovative education and quality improvement initiatives. Skilled in medication management and fostering team collaboration, I am dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in high-acuity settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse- Cardiac Intensive Care Unit/ Cardiac Stepdown Unit
Mount Sinai Hospital
New York, New York
03.2022 - Current
- Managed patients on cardiac devices, including ECMO, IABP, LVAD, and Impella, providing essential support for critical cardiac conditions.
- Clinically evaluated and cared for patients with STEMI, NSTEMI, post-high-risk PCI, and post-TAVR.
- Managed patients with pulmonary hypertension requiring initiation and management of potent prostacyclin medications such as Flolan and Remodulin.
- Optimized patient care through continuous CVP monitoring and hemodynamic interpretation for patients with Swan Ganz catheters, facilitating timely interventions.
- Implemented unit-based daily defibrillator checklist to ensure device functionality and safety for unstable cardiac patients, enhancing emergency intervention preparedness.
- Mentored and precepted new nurses, fostering clinical skill development, critical thinking, and confidence in managing complex cardiac patients.
- Served as charge Nurse with coordinating patient care, optimizing staffing, workflow efficiency, and adherence to evidence-based practices.
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive Teach-Back Protocol to improve patient education on cardiac medication management, including the creation of a trifold medication visual aid for patients and a video training module to educate nurses on effective Teach-Back techniques.
- Intensive care registered nurse with experience to improve the health of various critical cardiac patients.
Registered Nurse- Intermediate Medical Care Unit (ICU Stepdown)
Mount Sinai Hospital
New York, New York
12.2020 - 03.2022
- Experience in caring for critically ill patients on HFNC, BIPAP and ventilators with endotracheal tubes and tracheostomies in rapid weaning programs.
- Clinical nurse providing inpatient care for 4-5 high acuity patients requiring continuous telemetry monitoring.
- Conducted detailed physical assessments, identifying declines in patient status and escalating concerns to ensure timely interventions.
- Supported rapid response team in applying ACLS guidelines to effectively manage life-threatening situations, contributing to patient safety.
- Administered patients on drips such as norepinephrine, heparin and amiodarone.
- Managed care for patients with PEG, NGTs, chest tubes, Jackson Pratt drains, and central lines, ensuring adherence to best practices.
Registered Nurse- Senior Medical Testing Technician
Rapid Reliable Testing NY LLC.
New York, New York
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Administered nasopharyngeal swab COVID-19 examinations to clients in shelters across New York City, ensuring access to critical testing services.
- Delivered COVID-19 infection prevention education, including handwashing and PPE application, facilitating hands-on demonstrations to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols and procedures.
- Coordinated patient care activities with interdisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care strategies.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
New York University
New York12.2025
Masters of Science - Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner
Pace University
New York12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Joseph’s University
Brooklyn05.2020
Skills
- Cardiac care
- Clinical assessment
- Patient assessments
- Patient care
- Emergency response
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Patient education
- Medication management
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC), American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Registered Nurse, New York State Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 11/26
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Heart Association, 11/26
- Opioid Overdose Prevention, New York State Department of Health
Affiliations
Health and Wellness Coach Volunteer, NYU Hartford Institute for Geriatric Nursing- New York, NY (July, 2025)
Accomplishments
Catch A Star Award, Mount Sinai Hospital, August 2023, Demonstrated exceptional patient experience
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Cardiac Intensive Care Unit/ Cardiac Stepdown Unit
Mount Sinai Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse- Intermediate Medical Care Unit (ICU Stepdown)
Mount Sinai Hospital
12.2020 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse- Senior Medical Testing Technician
Rapid Reliable Testing NY LLC.
08.2020 - 01.2022
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
New York University
Masters of Science - Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner
Pace University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Joseph’s University