Northeastern UniversityStudent Nurse
May. 2014 - Aug. 2015BostonCLINICAL EXPERIENCE Mount Auburn Hospital: Level I & Level II Nurseries (Senior Practicum 140 hours) -Assisted with performing and documenting patient assessments, interventions and outcomes -Took and interpreted vital signs, communicating critical values -Performed patient education on basic comfort needs, bathing and circumcision -Monitored and assessed the respiratory development of pre-term infants, intervening when appropriate -Initiated NG tube feedings, checking placement, residual and tolerance. -Safely administered medications and immunizations per orders and protocols -Observed and assisted during newborn assessments post cesarean section delivery Boston Health Care for the Homeless -Provided patient education regarding infectious disease to high risk patients -Trained clientele on signs of opioid overdose and proper Nalaxone administration. -Provided emotional support and comfort to patients -Encouraged healthy lifestyle choices and promoted risk-reduction management -Administered vaccines and PPD's Franciscan Hospital for Children: Pediatric -Performed nursing interventions such as tracheostomy care, wound care, central line care and breathing treatments -Collaborated with the team consisting of doctors, occupational therapists, social services and respiratory technicians -Administered medication in a safe and timely manor, ensuring patient rights and safety Emerson Hospital: Medical-Surgical (1) Brockton Hospital: Medical-Surgical (2) -Performed wound care utilizing and practicing sterile technique -Performed full patient assessments and reported abnormal findings appropriately -Assisted with activities of daily living when necessary -Advocated for patients needs where appropriate -Administered mediation in a safe and timely manner -Performed patient education regarding medications, interventions and overall health and safety Metro West- Natick: Psychiatrics -Observed and participated in group therapy sessions