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Home: PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE Cell: PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLEProfessional SummaryMany years of experience as a caring registered nurse with a passion for continuous learning andsharing my expertise with others. I have worked in a diversity of health care settings (community health,acute care, rehab and long term care) and also have worked as an Allied Health Instructor at the Westfield Technical Academy, mentoring high school students interested in pursuing a career in healthcare.My primary goal is to advocate for and help educate patients/clients regarding the importance of injury prevention and personal life style behaviors that effect their health in bothpositive and negative ways. I provide relevant resources and tools for them to use which will hopefullyhelp improve the quality of their lives. I also strive to make the work environmenta healthy one by leading by example and I would love the opportunity to share my expertise with your company.Skill HighlightsHealth and wellness expertise Familiarity with disease managementCulturally sensitive programsEnthusiastic caregiver Acute and rehabilitative careBody mechanics knowledgeProfessional ExperienceHospice of Western and Central MassachusettsRN Case ManagerFeeding Hills, MA October 2018- presentAssume primary responsibility for a patient/family caseload that included the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating phases of the nursing process. I initiate communication with the attending physicians, other hospice staff members and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for the patient/family regarding end of life care and appropriate support at time of death.Hilltown Community Health CenterRegistered NurseHuntington, MA January 2018- July 2018Provide patient care using a team approach. Triage walk-in patients, emergency patients and telephone calls. Administer injections and monitor patient response post injections. Community Service/Clinics (ie: Flu clinic, blood pressure, etc.). Patient education with regard to acute and chronic illness and health maintenance.Westfield Technical AcademyAllied Health InstructorWestfield, MA April 2015 to July 2017Lead teacher for Nurse Aid Training (NAT) Program along with being a CH 74 Health Assisting shop. The goal was to familiarize students with the diverse opportunities available in the healthcare field, in order to prepare students for work after graduation. In addition to basic nursing skills, I instructed them in the classroom regarding nutrition, human diseases and Alzheimer care training.Western Massachusetts Hospital April 2002 to April 2015RN lll- Employee Health NurseWestfield, MAMy responsibilities include but are not limited to: pre-employment health assessments, annual TBscreening and immunization vaccinations. I provide education at all new hire orientations regarding: useof proper body mechanics, basic health maintenance and disease prevention and relevant policy &procedures. I submit monthly reports to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts via the Infection Controland Environment of Care Departments where we collaborate as a team to celebrate our strengths and alsoassess and development areas of continuous improvement. I advise and educate staff as the Case managerfor workman's comp claims and medical leave of absences.Western Massachusetts Hospital September 1998 to April 2002RN II- Charge NurseWestfield, MACharge nurse with responsibilities of providing accurate assessment, implementing compassionate careand evaluating outcomes for all aspects of patient care.Western Massachusetts Hospital May 1993 to September 1998RN III- Unit ManagerWestfield, MA24 hour accountability of Chronic care unit, preparation of staff meetings, staff training, preparation ofstaff schedules, maintained files for staff evaluations, House Supervision, and served as an activecommittee member for preparation of the JC.JML Care Center March 1990 to May 1993Resource NurseFalmouth, MAProvided sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medicalprotocols. Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia andAlzheimers. Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.Falmouth Hospital March 1989 to March 1990Staff Nurse- Medical Surgical UnitFalmouth, MAMonitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit. Actedas patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 6-8 highacuity patients per shift. Provided necessary health education training for patients.Noble Hospital September 1988 to March 1989Staff Nurse- Medical Surgical UnitWestfield, MARecorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Deliveredhigh-quality and compassionate treatment to the entire patient community. Monitored post-op vitals, setup PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit.Baystate Medical Center September 1987 to September 1988Staff NurseSpringfield, MAAssisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery. Provided education to patients on detox andwithdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources. Acted as patientadvocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuitypatients per shift.GreenBriar Manor July 1984 to September 1987Staff Nurse, ADON and DONIndianapolis, INAccurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, dischargeinstructions and follow-up care. Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patientcare. Prepared for HIPAA and JCAHO reviews, ensuring required brochures and pamphlets wereavailable to patients in all clinics. Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics andsafety of patient. Supervised other practitioners and employees, led recruiting and hiring, managedemployee review process and ensured compliance with state and federal regulations.Education and TrainingUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst 2008Bachelor of Science: NursingAmherst, MA, U.S.A.Holyoke Community College 1983Associate of Science: NursingHolyoke, MA, U.S.A.LicensesRegistered Nurse in the State of Massachusetts, License number #165560CPR certified through American Heart Association through Jan.2020 |
