Experience

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  Cvs pharmacy

  Dec 2009 - Apr 2015

  Pharmacy technician

  -Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.-Communicated regularly with physicians, nurses, insurance companies and managed care organizations.-Correctly completed pharmacy paperwork, including daily and weekly reports .-Managed drug and supply inventories and completed accurate cycle counts-Hand counted control medications, compounded topical medications, measured liquids and reconstituted antibiotics.-Cleaned equipment and work areas and sterilized glassware to maintain safe and sanitary conditions.-Implemented standard procedures for mixing, packaging and labeling pharmaceuticals to ensure quality, security and proper disposal.-Complied with all federal laws, company policies and procedures and state regulations regarding technician training and licensure. Show less

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  Felician infirmary

  Jan 2012 - May 2012

  Clinical rotation - foundations
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  Umdnj

  Sept 2012 - Dec 2012

  Clinical rotation - medical surgical i
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  Newark beth israel medical center

  Sept 2012 - May 2013

  • Clinical Rotation - Medical Surgical II, Telemetry

    Jan 2013 - May 2013

  • Clinical Rotation - Psychiatric

    Sept 2012 - Dec 2012
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  Hackensack university medical center

  Jan 2013 - May 2013

  Clinical rotation - maternity/newborn
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  Children’s hospital of new jersey at newark beth israel medical center

  Aug 2013 - Dec 2013

  Clinical rotation - pediatrics
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  Clara maass medical center

  Jan 2014 - May 2014

  Nurse resident

  -Prepared and drew up medications, performed physical assessments, assisted in wound care, andprovided patient education under the supervision of a registered nurse.-Adhered to isolation precautions and infection control procedures.-Assisted patients with activities of daily living and range of motion exercises.-Performed nursing tasks according to hospital policies.

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  West bergen mental healthcare

  Dec 2014 - now

  Registered nurse - psychiatric rehabilitation

  -Completes face-to-face in home nursing reviews every 90 day and annual nursing assessments-Checks blood pressures, pulse, and health status of clients-Participates in the development of treatment plans-Determines level of care and makes recommendations necessary for the client to remain in the community setting

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  Careone at ridgewood ave

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2016

  Registered nurse

  -Performed admission assessments and provided discharge instructions to patients and familymembers-Performed g-tube feedings, tracheostomy care, foley catheter care, and IV antibiotic therapy forpatients-Ensured proper delivery of oxygen, administered medications and nebulizer treatments, obtainedvital signs-Performed wound dressing changes and handled wound vacs while maintaining a sterileenvironment when indicated

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  Surgery center of oradell

  May 2015 - Jan 2016

  Pre-operative registered nurse

  -Managed the Pre-Calls Department and contacted patients via telephone prior to their proceduresto obtain medical history-Participated in the QA/QI committee and conducted studies to improve overall patient safety andsatisfaction-Started IVs, obtained vital signs, checked blood sugars, performed pregnancy tests, and completed a pre-operative assessment for patients prior to their procedures-Obtained medical clearances prior to surgeries and interpreted EKGs, Chest X-rays, and Labresults Show less

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  Mountainside medical center

  Feb 2016 - Jan 2022

  Operating room nurse / neuro & plastics service line coordinator

  -Completed the Periop 101 course successfully -Administers proper medications, monitors the patients' condition, charts any abnormalities, and maintains a safe position during surgery-Maintains supplies and assures cleanliness/sterility of surgical area-Cares for specimens and cultures as directed by set policies and procedures-Administers individualized and age specific professional care to assigned patients and works with the surgical team to ensure patient safety -Trained staff in the OR during the implementation of the new computer system by being an EPIC superuser-Communicates and coordinates with surgeons in the Neuro and Plastics specialties to ensure they have what they need for upcoming cases in regards to equipment, supplies, and contacting vendors Show less

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  Integrity house

  Mar 2021 - now

  Nursing manager

  -Manages the day-to-day operations of the Newark Medical Department and oversees the continuous delivery of high-quality coordinated care to the clients -Supervises the medical staff and the entire admissions process to ensure appropriateness for admission -Assess and monitor the client’s physical and psychological withdrawal from mood-altering chemicals while providing emotional and psychological support-Assist in the management, maintenance, and auditing of medication carts, medication administration records, and controlled substances -Maintains adherence to infection control policies, protocols, medication administration, storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations Show less