1. Neshia L. Mcdonald
127 Benson Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003
(C) (718) 908-9347 / H (516)305-5727)
vankellyons28@yahoo.com
OBJECTIVE:
Highly trained and motivated Registered Nurse looking for a position in the Healthcare Industry. Possess leadership
skills and excellent clinical skills in caring for patients and providing them with safe quality outcomes.
EDUCATION:
New York State RN Licensure April 2015
Adelphi University, Garden City, New York
Bachelor of Science in Nursing January 2014
American Medical Career Training Center, New York
Certified Nursing Assistant Course August 2004
Moneague Teachers College, Jamaica, W.I
Diploma in Teacher Education June 2003
MEMBERSHIP, CERTIFICATIONS & AFFILIATIONS:
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified July 2014
• Member of the Nursing Honor Society, SNAP December 2013
• Dean’s List. (HONORS) Adelphi University May 2011
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Health Hospital Corporation (Formerly Corizon Health/ Prison Health Services Correctional Health Nurse/
Rikers Island September 2015-present
Registered Nurse
• Perform new admission intake history, assessment and vital signs.
• Plan nursing care for patients admitted to infirmary and infectious diseases unit.
• Assumes the charge nurse role and directs patient flow through Correctional facility.
• Assess physical, medical, social, and psychological status of patients
• Monitor and communicate patients' medical conditions interdisciplinary health care professionals.
• Recommend changes in medications based on treatment outcomes
• Provide direct patient care utilizing nursing skills.
• Educate inmates on acute/chronic illness and preventative care.
• Collected specimens for laboratory testing and interpreted results
• Medicate patients using Direct Observation Therapy.
• Assess and medicate patients on Detox treatment for poly-substance abuse.
• Respond to medical emergency as per company protocol.
• Perform discharge teaching for inmates being discharged home or inter-jail transfers.
• Care for patients being housed in segregation units, mental health, transgender or HIV units.
Professional Placement Agency, NY September 2004 –August 2015
(St. Francis Hospital, Winthrop, North Shore-LIJ hospitals, NY)
Certified Nursing Assistant
• Provided nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures under the supervision of RN.
2. • Ensured the safety and well-being of the residents is maintained.
• Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, hygiene, and grooming in accordance with established care plan.
• Measured and recorded patient’s fluid intake and output.
• Provided patient transportation to doctor appointments
North Shore- LIJ CECR, Manhasset, NY August 2004 – July 2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
• Worked under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities included vital signs, phlebotomy,
CPR, EKGs turning and positioning patients, and assisting patients with activities of daily living.
• Delivered culturally sensitive care to patients.
• Escorted patients to offsite doctor’s visits and consultations.
• Fostered cheerful, positive outlook and provide compassionate response to patients’ emotional
• to all HIPAA compliance policies
• Experienced with arterial line blood draws and Cardiac monitoring, 12 Lead EKG, interpreting arrhythmias,
Defibrillation or Cardioversion monitoring.
• Titration of medication drips and assisting with IV push medications such as Heparin, Plasmalyte, Fentanyl,
Droperidol, Morphine, IV Tylenol, Hydromorphone and Demerol.
• Consult and coordinate with inter-disciplinary healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement and
evaluate patient care plan. Maintain detailed report and records.
Provide verbal and written discharge instructions
NURSING INTERNSHIPS, MEDICAL SURGICAL:
North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset October 2013 – December 2013
• Monitor patients’ vital signs, breathing, alertness and awareness throughout shift.
• Review critical values and manage admission and ongoing assessments of patients.
• Evaluate effectiveness of care provided as related to short and long-term patient goals.
• Develop plan for patient care including actions in anticipation of individual patient needs.
• Document care provided and patient responses to care in appropriate forms in the patient's record and EMR as
appropriate on Sunrise.
• Perform patient assessments, administer medications, and ensure the implementation of physician’s orders.
• Follow protocols and quality initiatives to improve clinical and patient outcomes of the in-patient dialysis
patient.
• Maximize patient satisfaction through the delivery of passionate care in a specialized care environment.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with patients and families.
• Conduct ongoing education of patients and their families. Deliver safe and effective patient care.
• Make appropriate adjustments and modifications to the treatment plan.
• Monitor plan of care and make changes in coordination with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Enforce and adhere to all HIPPA compliance policies
• Experience with arterial line blood draws and cardiac monitoring, 12 lead EKG interpreting arrhythmias.
• Titration of medication drips
• Consult and coordinate with interdisciplinary team
• Provide verbal and written discharge instructions.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
Fundamentals, Medical Surgical, Telemetry, Pediatric, Obstetric and Psychiatric units
Cohen Children’s Medical Center, New Hyde Park, NY Jan. 2013 -March 2013
Jamaica Hospital, Jamaica, NY March 2013- May 2103
Zucker Hillside Hospital, New Hyde Park, NY Sep. 2012-Dec.2012
Franklin Hospital, Valley Stream, NY October. 2011- December 2011
Student Nurse
3. • Monitor patient’s vital signs, breathing, alertness and awareness throughout shift.
• Review critical values and manage admission and ongoing assessments of patients.
• Develop plan for patient care including actions in anticipation of individual patient needs.
• Document care provided and patient responses to care in appropriate forms in the patient's record and EMAR
as appropriate on Sunrise.
• Perform patient assessments, administer medications, and ensure the implementation of physician’s orders.
SKILLS:
• Capable of communicating effectively with the patients, their family members and physicians to achieve highest
quality of healthcare.
• Prioritize and manage patient’s situations to provide safe patient outcomes.
• Thorough knowledge about administering medical processes and medications that are prescribed by the
physician.
• Excellent clinical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts and skills.
• In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and infection control standards.
• Knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric populations.
References: Available upon request.