Meeryeo Donna Choi
718-***-**** • *********@*****.***
Registered Nurse
Staff nurse with more than 12 years of experience in RN-OPWDD/UAS/Sub-Acute Rehab
Excellent clinical assessment skills
Excellent interpersonal skills: Demonstrate respect to every patient and communicate with active listening.
Demonstrated ability to act quickly and decisively in urgent situations.
Highly effective in encouraging client to participate in self-care
Experienced in providing excellent customer service to diverse cultural background.
Language Proficiency: Fluent in English, Korean and Spanish (speak, read, and write)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Registered Nurse April 2019 - Present
Life’s WORC, Garden City, NY
Provided oversight of person’s health
Ensured that health and safety procedures are being followed according to state regulations
Provided advocacy with medical providers to ensure that the client receives appropriate care in times manner
Coordinated and monitored medical, nursing and clinical services
Monitored person’s signs and symptoms of acute illness, complications and exacerbations of chronic illness
Monitored care when a person is admitted to the hospital and participated in discharge planning
Trained staff general health issues including but not limited to illness detection, infection control, first aids, diets
Attended Surrogate Decision Making Committee hearing to advocate for the person supported for needed medical/dental procedures.
Registered Nurse April 2019 – July 2019
WellCare, New York, NY
Assessed eligibility of clients in need of managed long-term care
Conducted UAS assessment at skilled nursing facilities and client’s home according to state guidelines
Consulted with health care providers and review medical records and medications to support assessment outcomes.
Registered Nurse October 2015 – April 2019
AHRC-Nassau, NY
Provided oversight of person’s health
Ensured that health and safety procedures are being followed according to state regulations
Provided advocacy with medical providers to ensure that the client receives appropriate care in times manner
Coordinated and monitored medical, nursing and clinical services
Monitored person’s signs and symptoms of acute illness, complications and exacerbations of chronic illness
Monitored care when a person is admitted to the hospital and participated in discharge planning
Trained staff general health issues including but not limited to illness detection, infection control, first aids, diets
Guided medical mock drills such as choking, unresponsive person, seizures
Registered Nurse March 2014 – October 2015
Sunharbor Mannor Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Roslyn Heights, NY
Received admissions and performed head to toe assessment.
Assessed the wounds and performed wound care as directed by provider and monitor effectiveness.
Planed nursing care, implemented a plan of care by providing nursing care and education directly or through ancillary personnel, as needed, to maintain and restore function and prevent complications and further loss.
Evaluated the nursing care that is being provided and modifies the plan, as needed, to achieve measurable goals and objectives
Coordinated with other disciplines including: physical therapy, occupational therapy, dietary, activities and consult with psychologist and social workers.
Administered medications safely according to facility protocol and monitor for adverse effects.
Reviewed lab results, reported to MD and received orders.
Licensed Practical Nurse, August 2010 – March 2014
Administered medications safely according to facility protocol and monitor for adverse effects.
Performed wound care as directed by provider and monitor effectiveness.
Observe patient condition upon intake and report findings to practitioner.
Efficiently provide culturally competent nursing.
Received consistent positive feedback from patients regarding ability to alleviate anxiety, motivate and encourage them to have strong will to bring up best functional ability.
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION
Registered Professional Nurse, State of New York – License # 681013
Licensed Acupuncturist, State of New York – License # 002876
Licensed Acupuncturist, State of California – License # AC10070
Licensed Acupuncturist, National Board – Certificate # 025134
Basic Life Support– American Heart Association
EDUCATION
Helene Fuld College of Nursing, New York
Associate degree in Nursing, 2013 Graduated with honor Salutatorian
New York City Board of Education – Manhattan School Adult Practical Nursing Program
Certificate in Practical Nursing, 2009 Graduated with honor Valedictorian
South Baylo University – School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, California
Bachelor & Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MSAOM), 2003