RN Charge Nurse and Unit Manager
Resume:
YVETTE SIGISMONDI, RN
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PROFILE A dedicated, accomplished, and flexible healthcare professional, offering broad-based supervisory and clinical experience in diversified settings • Performance record demonstrates professional integrity and commitment to nursing ethics • Experienced in providing direct nursing care to a diversified patient population • Dedicated to improving overall operations through the design and implementation of sound strategies and effective policy directives • Well versed regarding patient assessment, evaluation, treatment and follow-up • Expertise in quality assurance coordination, nursing protocol, and clinical standards CREDENTIALS Arizona State Licensed Registered Nurse #RN210137 New Jersey State Licensed Registered Nurse, #26NR11860400 New York State Licensed Registered Nurse, #478533
Certifications: ACLS • Child Abuse Identification and Maltreatment • CPR • Infection Control and Barrier Prevention • IV
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE Cobalt Rehabilitation Hospital of Surprise – Surprise, AZ 2018 Registered Nurse/Charge
• Collaborate with all disciplines on patient care and progress.
• Oversee a 40-bed inpatient physical rehab hospital.
• Direct patient care.
• Monitor narcotic count within the facility.
• Supervise LPNs, RNs, and PCAs.
• Complete new admissions and discharges.
• Bed management and management of staffing for multiple shifts.
• Change central oxygen cylinders for oxygen supply as needed. Meridian at Home – Wall, NJ 2016-2017
IV Infusion Intake Manager
• Process all incoming referrals for Meridian at Home (Home Health, Infusion, Hospice, Private Pay, and Technology).
• Assess patient eligibility for specific programs.
• Account for clinically complete referrals.
• Serve as a liaison to physician offices, external facilities, and hospitals. Meridian Health Subacute Rehabilitation – Wall, NJ Registered Nurse/Unit Manager 2013-2016
• Oversee a 33-bed sub-acute rehabilitation unit; greet new admissions and families; assist the nursing staff in completing the admissions process as needed.
• Collaborate with all disciplines, including medical, OT, PT, SS, ST, and caseworkers, to devise individualized plans of care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes; communicate with external specialists and home care agencies to provide continuity of care.
• Ensure adherence to physicians' orders; verify that residents' care and documentation comply with state and federal rules and regulations.
• Assist with infection control monitoring; assess quality measures and report findings monthly.
• Teach new nurses computer admissions processes; assist the DON/ADON in preparing performance appraisals as directed.
• Complete performance evaluations for all RNs, LPNs, and CNAs assigned to the unit; initiate disciplinary action as needed for staff members in collaboration with the DON/ADON. Supervisor/Admission Nurse 2007-2013
• Directed and oversaw the full scope of medical, orthopedic, and sub-acute rehabilitation operations; conducted pre-admission chart reviews; approved and processed all admissions for the entire facility.
• Served as a member of the Policy Review Board.
• Participated in conferences and care plan meetings with multidisciplinary teams, physicians, and other healthcare professionals in the coordination of comprehensive patient services.
• Interviewed, hired, and supervised 20+ employees, including RNs, CNAs, housekeeping, and maintenance staff members.
• Hosted employee performance appraisals; identified strengths; recommended areas in need of improvement; handled disciplinary action.
• Provided ongoing training and mentoring; cultivated a strong sense of teamwork and facilitated positive employee/management relationships; promoted self-confidence, creativity, and career efficacy.
• Encouraged a culture of open and honest communication with staff that supported the core values, mission, and vision of the organization.
• Prepared for scheduled and impromptu state reviews and inspections; completed related paperwork; accompanied regulatory agency inspectors during walkthroughs.
• Evaluated and oversaw the full scope of preventive maintenance and facility/equipment repair.
• Provided all aspects of patient/family education regarding treatments and procedures.
• Ensured a healthy and safe environment in compliance with infection control, fire safety, and security policies.
Carmel Richmond Nursing Home – Staten Island, NY
Unit Shift Manager/Registered Nurse 1996-2007
• Provided direct nursing and floor management within a 30-bed unit. Assessed, developed, and implemented care plans for a diversified patient population diagnosed with Alzheimer's, MS, MD, CVA, dementia, organic brain disorders, and head injuries, as well as mentally challenged adults.
• Directed and oversaw a staff of NAs. Monitored employee performance and prepared evaluations.
• Worked closely with physicians, occupational therapists, and physical therapists to coordinate testing, lab work, and outpatient services.
• Maintained accurate stock records of in-house pharmaceuticals to ensure an adequate supply of "hands-on" medication.
Staten Island University Hospital – Staten Island, NY Registered Nurse (Part-time) 2004-2006
• Provided direct nursing care and specialized services to acute, sub-acute, and post- surgical patients.
• Developed and implemented nursing care plans adhering to clinical pathways. EDUCATION CUNY: College of Staten Island – Staten Island, NY Associate of Science Degree in Nursing 6/1995
REFERENCES Nancy Hendrickson-Intake Manager
Hackensack Meridian at Home
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Adrienne Cena-Home Care Recruiter
Hackensack Meridian at Home
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Dierdre Monaco-Assistant Director of Nursing
Hackensack Meridian Health Subacute Rehabilitation 732-***-****
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Dr. Mark Pass-Medical Director
Hackensack Meridian Health Subacute Rehabilitation 732-***-****
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