Xiomara Contreras
Bay Shore,NY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy. Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with more than 4 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center - Telemtry
West Islip, NY
07.2021 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Utilized telemetry to monitor patients cardiac status.
- Responded quickly to any changes in patient's condition or vital signs.
- Provided emotional support for family members during difficult times.
RN Vaccinator
Affiliated Physicians
New York, NY
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Instructed patients on vaccine administration, side effects, and post-vaccination care.
- Maintained accurate records of vaccinations administered.
- Prepared and administered vaccines according to established protocols.
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center - B Unit
West Islip, NY
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on delivering safe and high quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Catholic Health Services Vaccinr Site : SCCC
Brentwood, NY
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Assisted with scheduling appointments for COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Instructed patients on vaccine administration, side effects, and post-vaccination care.
- Participated in training sessions related to new procedures or techniques associated with administering the COVID-19 vaccine.
- Responded promptly and professionally to inquiries from patients regarding their immunization status or other questions related to receiving the vaccine.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wagner College
Staten Island, NY12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Science, Technology, and Society
SUNY Farmingdale
Farmingdale, NY08.2017
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
SUNY Farmingdale
Farmingdale, NY01.2015
Skills
- Tracheostomy Care
- Ventilator Care
- Medication and IV Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Chart Updating
- Wound Care
- Effective Prioritization
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certified
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certified
Professional Presentation
High Suicide Rates in Veterans Living in Florida, Epsilon Mu Sigma Theta Tau research poster presentation event, 11/13/2019, 1st Place
Campus Clubs
Wagner College National Student Nurse Association - participated in a plethora of events such as Active Shooter Training, Ambassador for LiveOnNy, Ambassador for NY Blood Bank, Narcan Training and Patient Safety and Health Promotion.
Healthcare Experience
- Thrift Drugs Pharmacy, Brentwood, NY, Pharmacy Technician, 01/2012- 05/2020
- Thrift Drugs Pharmacy, Brentwood, NY, Register Clerk, 02/2010- 01/2012
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN Vaccinator
Affiliated Physicians
11.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center - Telemtry
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Catholic Health Services Vaccinr Site : SCCC
04.2021 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center - B Unit
04.2020 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wagner College
Bachelor of Science - Science, Technology, and Society
SUNY Farmingdale
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
SUNY Farmingdale
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