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COMMUNICABLE DISEASE NURSE, PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE
Professional Summary
16 year experienced Registered Nurse dedicated and hardworking with a willingness to learn new skills and techniques in the healthcare field. I am a flexible team player and excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to
adapt to change. Caring and compassionate, I am commited to working with a variety of patient populations to
provide quality healthcare. I have a clinical skill set including medical management to patients of all ages.
Skills
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Work History
05/2006 to 03/2016
Communicable Disease Nurse, Public Health NurseNorthwell Health – Briarcliff Manor , NY
- Counseled and educated patients about Communicable Diseases, reproductive health issues and wellness. Expertise in STDs, HIV and family planning.
- Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
- Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
- Processed monthly reports for department performance.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare Teams.
- Coordinated Quality Improvement Activities (QIA's) to identify performance areas for improvement.
- Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
- Delegated staff nurse duties, as indicated.
- Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.
- Trained new staff on quality control procedures.
- Provided on-call care at all times of day and night in regards to Communicable Disease Outbreaks or Emergency Prepardness.
- Gathered and analyzed cultural, educational, social and demographic data about the community to guide local program development.
- Represented the city at community and professional organizational meetings.
- Served as liaison for city with professional, business and civic groups, community organizations and individuals.
- Developed a system of staff communication that ensured proper implementation of treatment plans and comprehensive patient care.
- Conducted research on Communicable Diseases and collaborated with senior management to implement programs and policies based on findings.
Charge/Resource NursePark View Hospital – City , STATE
- Developed a system of staff communication that ensured proper implementation of treatment plans and comprehensive patient care.
- Consistently complied with applicable laws and regulations and ensured facility adhered to Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
- Interpreted and communicated new or revised policies to staff.
- Continually maintained and improved the company's reputation and positive image in the markets served.
- Reinforced creative thinking, problem solving, and empowerment as part of the facility management group to improve morale and teamwork.
- Achieved high staff morale and retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitating a proactive work environment.
- Supervised and managed the daily activities of a clinical team consisting of nurses and support staff.
- Investigated and reported issues relating to patient care or conditions that might hinder patient well-being.
- Assigned employee areas, scheduled staff breaks and authorized overtime.
- Coordinated nursing department activities to ensure availability of appropriate clinical and support staff for resident care.
- Led clinical team in delivering care services that promoted optimal resident health.
RN, SICUMercy Hospital – City , STATE
- Promoted team effort when working with dispatch center, external public safety agencies and health care providers.
- Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion.
- Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion.
- Encouraged creative thinking, problem solving, and empowerment as part of the facility management group to improve morale and teamwork.
- Implemented necessary changes based on evaluation of staffing requirements and floor assignments.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.
- Ordered and read lab tests, x-rays, MRIs, Ultrasounds, and EKGs.
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
- Responded to Code Red pages and followed through on disposition of patients.
Education
Current
Bachelor of Science: Nursing
OCU - Kramer School of Nursing - City, State
Currently enrolled to start RN to BSN, online program in August 2016.
OCU - Kramer School of Nursing - City, State
Currently enrolled to start RN to BSN, online program in August 2016.
2000
Associate of Applied Science: Nursing
Redlands CC - City, State
Redlands CC - City, State
Member Phi Theta Kappa
Graduated with honors Magna Cum Laud
1998
Associate of Science: Biological/ Pre-Professional
Redlands CC - City, State
Redlands CC - City, State
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School Attended
- OCU - Kramer School of Nursing
- Redlands CC
Job Titles Held:
- Communicable Disease Nurse, Public Health Nurse
- Charge/Resource Nurse
- RN, SICU
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science : Nursing
Associate of Applied Science : Nursing
Associate of Science : Biological/ Pre-Professional
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