Sabrina Sousa

Experience

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  Montefiore Medical Center-Wakefield Hospital

  Sept 2017 - Jul 2018

  Hospital Volunteer

  -Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance, including responding and answering call bells-Called and communicated with discharged patient to get an update on their current health status, which entailed of writing down any concerns of theirs.-Adhered to the organization procedures and instructions to maintain client safety.

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  White Plains Hospital

  Feb 2021 - Apr 2021

  Nursing Student

  -Prepared, distributed, and administered medications under the supervision of the assigned RN, including primed and flushed IV lines.-Assisted with ambulation and ROM activities as well as aid with the client’s overall hygiene (e.g. grooming).-Performed physical assessment (auscultating heart, lung, and bowel sounds) and vital signs assessment (SpO2, Respiration Rate, Heart Rate, etc).-Safety applied and removed PPE (face shields, gloves, and masks) and following COVID-19 health protocols. Show less

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  Atria Senior Living

  Jun 2021 - Sept 2021

  Life Guidance Resident Assistant

  -Enhanced the lives of older adults by exuding positivity, patience, and compassion.-Helped residents with mobility needs and cognitive impairments, including assisting them with ADLs.-Dedicated the time to develop a trusting, rapport relationship with the residents and actively engaged in playful activities (card games, reading, and art).

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  Children’s Hospital at Montefiore

  Sept 2021 - Oct 2021

  Nursing Student

  -Assisted in priming Kangaroo ePump and administering enteral feedings with an assigned nurse.-Maintained confidentiality of patient records, family history, and related documentation.-Provided supportive care and assessed newborn primitive reflexes (Moro, Tonic neck, Babinski, etc.) under the guidance of an assigned nurse. -Evaluated closely the general appearance of infants and toddlers (cry, skin color/turgor, sutures, and fontanels).-Performed comprehensive clinical assessments (respiratory, cardiac, and neurological) and skin inspections around tracheostomies and gastrostomy tubes. Show less

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  Holy Name Medical Center

  Sept 2021 - Aug 2023

  Patient Care Technician

  -Performed and recorded I&Os, vital signs, and fingerstick glucose levels. -Obtained fluid samples or other specimens (stool) for testing.-Changed simple dressings (Mepilex) and placed ECG leads correctly to monitor the patient’s cardiac activity.-Assisted with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.-Installed SCD boots and air pumps at the foot of the hospital bed for DVT and bedsores prevention. -Safely placed Purewick Female External Catheter/ Primo Male External Catheter while following the directions for use (Set-Up, Placement, Removal & Maintenance). -Checked on patients through hourly rounding protocols and adhered to Pain, Elimination, Environment, and Positioning (PEEP).-Performed one-to-one observations on patients with self-harm intentions and evaluated and documented their behavior every 15 minutes on the Observation Record. Show less

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  NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital

  Nov 2021 - Dec 2021

  Nursing Student

  -Performed an assessment on a postpartum mother using acronym BUBBLE HE (breasts, uterus, bowels, bladder, lochia, episiotomy, hemorrhoids, and emotional status) under the supervision of an assigned nurse. -Assessed the postpartum perineum for redness, edema, ecchymosis, discharge, and approximation alongside a nurse -Evaluated the episiotomy healing through the acronym REEDA under the guidance of an assigned nurse.

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  BronxCare Health System

  Feb 2022 - Apr 2022

  Nursing Student

  -Prepared and administered IV, SQ, and PO medications under the supervision of a nurse-Primed and flushed IV lines -Assessed for pain using PQRST criteria -Performed physical assessments (lung and heart sounds, abdomen, and reflexes of the neurological system).

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  Elizabeth Seton Children’s

  Aug 2023 - now

  Registered Nurse

  -Conducting detailed clinical assessments and establishing nursing care plans for medically complex and fragile patients.-Taking and recording vital signs to monitor patient health and detect any abnormalities.-Executing prescribed medical interventions and delivering medications through various administration routes.-Managing ventilators, operating BiPAP and CPAP machines, and providing tracheal care.-Administering G-tube and J-tube feedings and checking tube placement before administering enteral feeding systems.-Performing wound care, dressing changes, and providing ostomy care.-Facilitating patient discharge by ensuring all necessary protocols and documentation are completed.-Detailed and accurate charting to record patient information and document changes in their condition.-Continuously overseeing the advancement of patients, promptly responding to issues, and evaluating symptoms that signal physiological and psychosocial alterations.-Collaborating with Respiratory Therapists to change tracheal tubes and ensure coordinated care.-Changing routine tracheostomy ties.- Utilizing aseptic techniques when suctioning and performing catheterizations.-Providing chest physiotherapy and nebulizer treatments as scheduled per order.-Monitoring emesis, weight, episodes of seizures, skin breakdown, and bowel movements to track and respond to changes in patient health. Show less