Lisa Evangeline Vaccaro

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Mount Kisco, NY, 10549

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add6k0@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Seeking Nurse Practitioner position.

Licensure/Credentials

American Nurses Credentialing Center – Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification [November 2018]

New York State Nurse Practitioner in Family Health License # F342854 [March 2018]

New York State Board Examination NCLEX-RN License # 655331 [April 2012]

Basic Cardiac Life Support Recertification [September 2018]

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Recertification [January 2019]

Pediatric Advanced Life Support Recertification [February 2019]

Electrocardiogram Basic Arrhythmia Certification [April 2012]

American Association of Critical Care Nurses – Critical Care Course Completed [March 2013]

Critical Care Course Recertification Completed [March 2016]

Work Experience

Family Nurse Practitioner- Dermatology

WestMed Medical Group, White Plains, New York [March 2019-March 2020]

Manage patients of all ages (newborn- 100 years old) with acute and chronic dermatologic conditions. Treat medical, and cosmetic dermatologic concerns, and perform various dermatologic procedures such as patch testing for contact dermatitis using TRUE Test and extensive panels such as a North American Series, and specialty panels (Cosmetic, Shoe, Corticosteroid, Sunscreen), shave biopsies, punch biopsies, suture removal, skin tag removal, acne surgery, photodynamic therapy for actinic keratosis, intralesional steroid injections for acne, alopecia, keloids, and psoriasis, incision and drainage. Familiar with certain cosmetic procedures such as chemical peels- Jessner’s solution (3%, 6%, 12%), platelet rich plasma, CoolSculpting, laser hair removal. Educate patients about sun safety, and healthy skin care which includes promoting quality skincare products and provide skin cancer screenings. Prescribe medications and treatments such as narrowband ultraviolet light therapy for dermatologic conditions. Use laser technology such as VBeam for treatment such as destruction of warts, Excimer laser for treatment of medical conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, alopecia, and Alexandrite laser for cosmetic concerns such as hair removal.

Nursing Adjunct Faculty - Undergraduate Pre-Licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Traditional and Second-Degree programs

Concordia College, Bronxville, New York, [September 2019-December 2019]

Adjunct faculty member for Undergraduate Pre-Licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing for both Tradition and Second-Degree programs. Instruct and supervise students in the clinical setting. Assess student skills, prepare practical skill assignments with clinical facility staff, implement practical skill assignments with clinical facility staff, and evaluate student skills.

Nursing Adjunct Faculty - Undergraduate Pre-Licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Traditional and Second-Degree programs

College of New Rochelle, New Rochelle, New York, [January 2018 – August 2019]

Prepare lesson plans for the classroom and skills laboratory environment. Provide informational lecture materials to students utilizing various teaching methods such as written, auditory, and audiovisual. Evaluate lesson plans. Integrate theoretical frameworks in the curriculum development, teaching methods and evaluation process.

Registered Nurse – Critical Care - Intensive Care Unit – Level III/ Post Anesthesia Care Unit Float

Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health, Sleepy Hollow, New York [September 2016 – March 2019]

Advanced knowledge, strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and technical expertise [Management of mechanically ventilated patients, titration of critical care intravenous medications such as sedatives and vasopressors, review, and interpretation of electrocardiogram monitor data, intravenous catheter insertion, phlebotomy]. Care of patients requiring critical care monitoring (sepsis, heart failure, diabetes mellitus, respiratory diseases, renal failure, cerebral vascular accident, myocardial infarction). Act as preceptor to undergraduate pre-licensure nursing students. Assume charge nurse responsibilities when necessary. Care of patients requiring recovery from anesthesia from surgery (cross-trained in post anesthesia care unit). Respond to hospital emergent situations.

Registered Nurse – Critical Care- Telemetry – Level III

Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health, Sleepy Hollow, New York [January 2012- August 2016]

Advanced knowledge, strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and technical expertise [review and interpretation of electrocardiogram monitor data, assist with elective cardioversions]. Care of patients requiring cardiac monitoring (cerebral vascular accident, transient ischemic attack, heart failure). Act as preceptor to undergraduate pre-licensure nursing students. Assume charge nurse responsibilities when necessary, managing patient flow within unit, arrange patient assignments, and conflict management. Educate patients and families on disease symptoms and process, medications, and healthier lifestyle choices.

Medical-Surgical Technician – Critical Care- Telemetry

Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health, Sleepy Hollow, New York [February 2011-December 2011]

Provide direct patient care by obtaining 12 lead electrocardiograms, vital signs, assistance with activities of daily living, and to maintain a safe environment.

Professional Committees

Standards of Care Committee

Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health, Sleepy Hollow, New York Hospital Member [June 2013 – March 2019]

Participate in shared governance. Evaluate and revise protocols to provide safe patient care.

Education Committee

Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health, Sleepy Hollow, New York, Critical Care Unit Member [June 2013- March 2019]

Assist in the organization of nursing competency meetings by creating ways to educate nursing staff in various critical care nursing procedures as well as evaluating nursing education delivery.

Education

College of New Rochelle, New Rochelle, New York, [January 2014 – January 2018]

Degree: Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner [January 2018] GPA 3.32

Concordia College, Bronxville, New York [August 2006- December 2011]

Degree: Bachelor of Science in Nursing [December 2011] GPA 3.33

Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology [May 2009] GPA 3.45

Educational Clinical Experience

Family Nurse Practitioner Student

White Plains Family Health Center, White Plains, NY, [January 2017- December 2017]

Under preceptor supervision, perform the following duties and responsibilities; history of present illness, health history, physical examinations, pap smears, STD testing, pre-surgical testing, order and analyze diagnostic labs and imaging, order medications and evaluate medication effectiveness, refer to specialists and to emergency department as necessary, review consult referrals, and document provider notes for patients of all ages, newborn to geriatric.

Holistic Nursing Specialty Student

White Plains Hospital Center, White Plains, New York [April 2017- May 2017]

Under preceptor supervision, utilize therapeutic modalities such as guided imagery/visualization, gentle touch therapy, aromatherapy, relaxation techniques, presencing, meaningful dialogue, and therapeutic touch, to allow inner healing, relaxation, and wellness to patients.

Professional Memberships

National Academy of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners [February 2019-Present]

American Dermatology Nurses Association, Member [February 2019-Present]

American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Member [March 2018- Present]

American Nurses Association, Member [December 2018-Present]

American Holistic Nurses Association, Member [May 2012- Present]

American Association of Critical Care Nurses, Member [May 2012- Present]

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