ALPHA ABATE
Burtonsville
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with 16 years of Medical-Surgical experience in acute care settings. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, post-operative and tracheostomy care, venipuncture, catheterization, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and the ability to manage complex assignments while maintaining safety, quality, and patient-centered care. Experienced in mentoring new nurses and supporting positive outcomes through evidence-based practice.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical Unit
MedStar Washington Hospital Center
Washington, DC
10.2009 - Current
- Provide direct care to adult medical-surgical patients in a high-acuity acute care environment.
- Complete comprehensive assessments, identify changes in condition, and implement individualized care plans.
- Administer medications, IV therapies, blood products, and ordered treatments while monitoring patient response.
- Perform post-operative care, tracheostomy care, venipuncture, blood specimen collection, catheterization, and other clinical procedures.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, therapists, and other team members to support patient outcomes.
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, discharge instructions, disease management, and follow-up care.
- Document care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
- Precept newly hired nurses and nursing students to support clinical development and professional growth.
- Manage multiple complex patients while maintaining quality, safety, and organizational standards.
- Build trusting relationships with patients and families through empathy, clear communication, and active listening.
Sales Associate
Travelex Currency Exchange
Washington, DC
04.2005 - 08.2007
- Assisted customers with foreign currency exchange transactions and related services.
- Processed cash transactions accurately and balanced daily cash drawers according to company policy.
- Delivered professional customer service and resolved inquiries efficiently.
- Processed exchanges and refunds while following organizational procedures.
- Maintained an organized and visually appealing sales environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Maryland
Baltimore, Maryland05.2009
Skills
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Post-Operative Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Catheterization
- Patient and Family Education
- Discharge Planning
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Mentoring
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- 16 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience
- Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
- Skilled in patient advocacy and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Committed to evidence-based, patient-centered care
- Proven ability to thrive in high-volume, fast-pace environments
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical Unit
MedStar Washington Hospital Center
10.2009 - Current
Sales Associate
Travelex Currency Exchange
04.2005 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Maryland