Emely C. Santana is seeking a position as a registered nurse. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Johns Hopkins School of Nursing and over 1,000 clinical hours of experience in surgical oncology, pediatrics, infectious disease, and medical/surgical units. Her objective is to gain experience and utilize her skills as an RN.
1. Emely C. Santana
430 Teaneck Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666
201-450-2181
emelysant@gmail.com
Skype: EmelyS714
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Objective: To gain experience and knowledge and utilize my skills as a NYS registered nurse.
Education
Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Baltimore, MD
Bachelor of Science in Nursing,July 2015
GPA: 3.6
Pennsylvania State University State College, PA
Bachelorof Science in Biobehavioral Health,August 2010
GPA: 3.5
Licensure/Certification
o NY RN License # 707958
o American Heart Association CPR Certification, Current- 2016
o New Jersey State EMT, Current-2016
ProfessionalEmployment
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY Sept 2010-May 2014
Physician Office Assistant
o Managed daily clinical responsibilities for Dr. Alan Ho – attending physician of Solid Tumor Head and Neck Service.
o Handled telephone coverage, scheduling,transcribing orders, and sorting incoming and outgoing correspondence
o Managed daily administrative responsibilities including managing multiple physician calendars, scheduling meetings, and
assisting in administrative paperwork
o Organized and attended weekly multidisciplinary reviews along with the attending physician and the outpatient RN
o Served as a liaison between patients,clinical staff, and administrative staff across various departments
o Entered laboratory, pathology,and radiology orders as well as submitting such materials for review at the institution
o Mentored new employees to provide the skills necessary to successfully navigate the POA role
RelevantClinical Experience
Surgical Oncology Unit- Baltimore, MD 112 HRS
JohnsHopkinsHospital
o Provided post-operative care for patients undergoing gastrointestinal,plastic, and oncologic surgery
o Acquired extensive knowledge of pancreatic and liver malignancies and the course of the Whipple Procedure
o Performed bedside assessments,obtained vital signs,and communicated significant findings
o Documented assessments and findings in the electronic medical record
o Enhanced technical nursing skills including medication administration, indwelling catheter, nasogastric tube and Jackson-
Pratt drain management
o Promoted patient recovery and wellness through education and discharge teaching
o Participated in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborated with an interprofessional team to provide high quality care and
patient satisfaction
Pediatric Clinical Research Unit- Baltimore, MD 112 HRS
JohnsHopkinsHospital
o Provided care to patients from infancy to 21 years of age with cancer, genetic abnormalities, asthma, sickle cell crisis,
pneumonia, and trauma diagnoses
o Delivered patient and family-centered care through the use of Child Life services and encouraging families to participate in
decisions for plan of care
o Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of respiratory therapists,physicaltherapy, and social work to meet the physical,
emotional, and financial needs of the patient and their families
o Practiced safe medication administration by referencing recommended dosages, reviewing administration policies, and
calculating weight-based medication doses
o Provided appropriate education and anticipatory guidance to parents and caregivers
2. 2 Emely C. Santana
HIV/AIDS/ Infectious Disease and Substance Abuse Unit- Baltimore, MD 112 HRS
JohnsHopkinsHospital
o Delivered care to a diverse population of patients with HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, and cystic fibrosis
o Practiced exemplary use of personal protective equipment to prevent infection to immunocompromised patients and staff
o Enhanced knowledge on how to place EKG leads, monitor, and interpret EKG strips
o Developed a patient education brochure for the unit to promote medication adherence
Transitions Practicum-Acute Medical/Surgical Pediatric Unit- Baltimore, MD 156 HRS
JohnsHopkinsHospital
o Transitioned from the role of a nursing student to a professionalnurse and provided care to patients from infancy to 5 years
of age and patients with tracheostomies and on ventilators up to the age of 8
o Gained experience and knowledge of the care for patients with diagnoses ofsepsis,cardiac defects,acute and chronic lung
disease,and patients status post cardiac,orthopedic, and genitourinary surgery
o Performed all nursing responsibilities including establishing a plan of care, conducting physical assessments, administering
medication, admitting and discharging patients,providing patient and family education and collaborating with the medical
team
o Improved prioritization, communication, and time management skills by providing care to 2-3 patients during a shift
o Enhanced technical nursing skills by practicing proper use of IV pumps, tracheostomies, ventilators, nasogastric tubes,chest
tubes,gastrostomy tube,jejunostomy tube, PCA’s and ostomy care
o Acquired proficiency in proper sterile technique for central line IV management
o Attended ethics committee meetings for complex ethical cases to assist in making end of life and quality of life decisions
RelevantExtracurricular Experience
Johns Hopkins Daniels’ Scholars Interprofessional Program Sept 2014-May 2015
Daniels’ Scholar
o Participated in biweekly interprofessional seminars to strengthen team work and communication skills and promote patient
safety
o Conducted and organized monthly home visits to an older adult at a seniorcitizen living facility with a medical and pharmacy
student
o Performed home safety assessments,physicalassessments, medication reconciliation, and health knowledge assessments
o Provided appropriate health and home safety education to the older adult
Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Fuld Fellows Program-Oral Chemotherapy Safety Project May 2014-July 2015
Fuld Fellow
o Acquired extensive training in quality improvement and patient safety in a clinical setting
o Conducted literature reviews on oral chemotherapy education and adherence
o Developed patient education resources for oral chemotherapy to improve patient safety and quality care including a patient
education brochure and video for the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center
o Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team in updating Johns Hopkins’ chemotherapy policy to meet the standards of
ASCO/ONS guidelines
o Participated in monthly outpatient CUSP meetings at the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center
Volunteer Experience
Big Brother Big Sister of New York City, New York, NY Feb 2012 – Sept 2012
Mentor
o Attended biweekly meetings and assisted students with homework, college applications, and job applications
o Offered advise on time management skills, peer pressure,and academic success
Teaneck Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Teaneck, NJ May 2011-Present
Volunteer EMT
o Provide emergency Basic Life Support skills for those in need
o Support Paramedics, Police Department, and Fire Department during emergency calls
o Served as Chairman of the Probationary Member Training Committee in 2012
o Designated as “Top 10 Emergency Responder” for responding to 264 emergency calls in 2013
Skills
o Bilingual – Spanish
o Electronic Medical Records – Epic, Sunrise