Serene Sky RN, MSN

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North Plainfield, NJ 07060

908-***-****

adx2h5@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

As an Infection Preventionist I review, analyze data, and reports infection control trends through the use of a surveillance, assist in identification of infection control issues and conduct both process and outcome monitoring. Coordinates and monitors monthly departmental infection control rounds process. Provide staff training and continuous update on infection control trending and protocols.

As Nurse Manager I collaborate with top management, interdisciplinary teams, and other stakeholders to develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services. Apply evidence-based healthcare practices and nursing standards, review patient and staff data to measure the effectiveness of patient care, a liaison between patients, Providers, and ancillary staff. At Newark Community Health Center

Committed registered nurse (RN) with specialty experience in medical surgical and telemetry nursing. Developed strong cardiac-evaluation and treatment-planning skills at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Knowledge of medical surgical and cardiac care, medication administration, management skills as a charge nurse and skilled in monitoring and managing cardiac arrhythmia. Reliable ethical healthcare provider, with ability to stay calm and intervene during crises. Worked as an RN Case Manager at Trinitas Regional Medical Center, coordinating patient plan of care with various Insurance companies to facilitate their severity of illness and intensity of care. Determine patients’ need for homecare and refer to Visiting Nurse Services as needed or refer to Social Worker for Subacute Rehab or Long-Term Care placement. Collaborate with multidisciplinary transition team to promote and improve quality of life. Proven ability to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians, and other medical professionals. At CarePoint Health Christ Hospital Heart and Vascular Cardiac Imaging Center, assess and monitor patient during Stress Test confident injecting medication for Lexiscan and monitor for side effects. Prep and monitor patient pre-and post-cardiac and peripheral catheterization, worked with Radiologist preforming Ultrasound guided and CT guided Thyroid, Lung, Liver and Breast biopsy, chest tube and Picc line insertion, Paracentesis and Thoracentesis to name a few. St Joseph Healthcare System, Cath Lab holding assessing and monitoring patients post cardiac catheterization, pacemaker insertion and assist in home transition.

Work Experience

Registered Nurse

2021 – 2/2023: Alaris Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, Rahway, NJ.

Infection Preventionist make daily surveillance to ensure facility staff members are following proper infection prevention protocol, manage vaccination and testing, provide in-service and keep staff updated on current trends in control and prevention of infection, report of outbreak and source tracking.

2019 – Present: Summit Oaks Hospital, Summit, NJ. 07902: Drug Rehab and Behavioral Hospital Charge Nurse maintain proper function of detox unit assess patients for any acute changes and intervene as needed.

07/03/2017- 2019: Newark Community Health Center, Irvington, NJ and Orange, NJ 07050. Nurse Manager at clinic responsible for staffing, provide leadership and guidance, ensure that staff is properly trained. Address any personnel issues to promote a productive and supportive work environment and monitor patient care for quality.

02/14/2017 - 05/14/2017: St Joseph Healthcare System, Paterson, NJ. Cardiology department, Cath Lab Holding.

05/13/2016 – 02/01/2017: CarePoint Health Christ Hospital Cardiology department, Stress Test, Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology.

05/04/2015 – 05/09/2016: Trinitas Regional Medical Center, Elizabeth, NJ

Case Manager submitting clinical reviews to patient’s Insurance company to ensure coverage for hospital stay.

03/03/2014 – 09/08/2014: Jackson Nurse Professionals Orlando FL. Traveling nurse staffing hospitals in Arizona and California, twelve (12) weeks contract as a staff nurse on a medical-telemetry units providing skilled nursing care to patients with multiple health illness.

11/11/2002-02/28/2014: Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ. 668 bed trauma hospital is an RN on Telemetry unit excellent in-patient care pre and post cardiac catheterization Trained and able to remove sheath arterial and venous via femoral access post cardiac catheterization, trained and skilled in delivering Peritoneal Dialysis (PD). Excellent knowledge of nursing healthcare delivery; routine physical assessment, treatment and medication administration, communication with interdisciplinary team of RNs, social workers, outcome managers, physical therapist, and doctors. Actively develop and implement individual plans of care for patients with a broad range of health issues. Ensured that doctors’ orders were effectively carried out, including testing, medical procedures, consultations, and stat orders. 2012 – 09/14/2014: Rahway Hospital, Rahway, NJ. Community hospital radiology nurse special procedures prep and monitor patients during procedures. Central and peripheral line insertion, bronchoscopy with biopsy paracentesis, thoracentesis, liver biopsy angiogram with biliary stent placement

Rahway Hospital, Rahway, New Jersey (2000 to 2001)

Phoenix Health Care, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey (1999 to 2002)

Maxim Healthcare, North Brunswick, New Jersey (1997 to 2002)

License Practical Nurse

Interim Healthcare, Edison, New Jersey (1997 to 1999)

Genesis Eldercare, Westfield, New Jersey (1996 to 1998)

Student Nurse / Clinical Rotations

Worked under the supervision of clinical instructor (RN) providing bedside care, treatment and clinical documentation for patients on cardiac, OBGYN and medical-surgical floors. Handled medication administration, dressing changes, IVs and all other aspects of nursing care.

Telemetry, Medical/Surgical: Muhlenberg Medical Regional Center, Plainfield, NJ

Medical/Surgical: JFK Medical Center, Edison, NJ and Raritan Bay Medical Center Perth Amboy, New Jersey

Pediatric/Maternal Child Nursing: Rahway Medical Center, Rahway, NJ

Mental Health: Lyons VA Hospital, Warren, NJ

Education

5/2019 Kean University Union, NJ

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) focus in Community Health Nursing

Independent research project: “Childhood Obesity Prevention; Parents’ Perception”

Nursing Management related to organizational communications in transcultural health care systems and fiscal management

Epidemiology in advanced community health

5/2012 Kean University Union, NJ

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), GPA: 3.7 (Dean’s List)

Independent Senior Practicum: Pain Assessment tool for the Cognitively Impaired

Draft and present a proposal, developed teaching plan on health promotion and prevention and lead an educational support group at

Quality improvement project at Morris Town Memorial Hospital on effective pain assessment, identify problem, make recommendations with a plan of implementation change introduced via Power-Point and oral presentation.

Course Highlights: Health assessment, Conceptual foundations, Issues professional nursing practice, Foundations of transcultural, Moral problems medical and health care, Introduction to public health, Professional nursing practice; Community, Living with illness, Sociology of the family, Statistic, Life-span developmental, Nursing leadership and research in nursing.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing, Union County College, Cranford, New Jersey, 1999

Diploma in Nursing, Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center, Plainfield, New Jersey, 1999

Practical Nursing Diploma, Union County College, Cranford, New Jersey, 1996

Affiliations

8/2008-02/28/2014 Infectious disease committee RWJUH. member

1/2012-present RWJ community health education, Volunteer

American Nurse Association (ANA)

Middlesex Regional Black Nurses Association (MRBNA)

Skills

Skill Name

Skill Level

Last Used/Experience

JCAHO Standards/ Compliance

Expert

1 year ago/12 years

Medication Administration

Expert

1 year ago/12 years

Parent/Patient/Family Education

Expert

1 year ago12 years

Patient Advocacy

Expert

1 year ago/12 years

Patient Assessment

Expert

1 year ago/12 years

Quality & Continuity of Care

Expert

1 year ago/12 years

Research/Publications

RN-BSN Evidence-Based Research Capstone Project, Kean University: Co-authored and presented a poster at Kean University Evidence-Based Research Day, entitled “Pain Assessment tool for the Cognitively Impaired: Doloplus vs. PACSLAC,” April 27, 2012.

RN-MSN Community Assessment: Analysis of Health Needs, UMDNJ and precept at New Brunswick public health department, developed community education brochure promoting colon health “Know your colon” March, 2013

Quantative research term to initiate transition from the elastic bandage to the gauze with Tegaderm dressing applied as groin dressing post sheath removal after Cardiac Catheterization. RWJUH Telemetry nursing team 2010 to 2012

Additional Information

Known as a patient advocate and team player; believe in empowering patients by delivering health education and nursing care that enhances wellness and quality of life. Committed to ensuring patients’ safety, protect patients’ rights to achieve patients’ satisfaction.

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