BRENDA LAFONTAINE
Summary
Dedicated and passionate health care professional experienced in Branch leadership. Skilled in medical knowledge, home health procedures and Medicare guidelines. Outstanding communication skills and a strong understanding of business principles. Eager to learn and grow while ensuring the highest standards of health care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Mederi Caretenders/Legacy Home Health Group
11.2018 - Current
- Worked closely with district and regional managers to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw all aspects of branch management including staffing, education, quality control, team management and financial controls.
- Developed and maintained high performance standards for field and office staff while promoting an energetic and positive work environment.
- Provided daily, weekly and monthly financial reports to leadership to evaluate financial performance and key areas requiring attention.
Home Health RN
Florida Hospital Home Infusion
06.2011 - 02.2019
- Responsible for all aspects of home health including case management, wound care, at home infusions, tracheotomy care and safe administration of all prescribed medicines.
- Educated patients family members with the necessary techniques for continued health care.
- Monitored patient progress and documented health plan in a timely and accurate fashion.
Home Health RN
Legacy Home Health
01.2011 - 02.2019
- Implemented all aspects of in-home care including scheduling visits, administering Physician prescribed medicines and providing all other required nursing care.
- Coordinate with Physicians, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists and all other in-home caregivers to ensure effective care plan.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to address areas of concern and recommend any devices or tools that may improve the patient's care.
- Assess and chart observations of the patients condition at each visit.
Bone Marrow Transplant Coordinator
Florida Hospital Cancer Institute
02.2009 - 03.2011
- Developed and implemented care plan for patients and donors through transplant process.
- Coordinated chemotherapy, scans, X-rays and evaluations of patient and donors to ensure an exact match.
- Maintained constant communication with patients, family members and medical professionals to ensure a safe and efficient process.
- Scheduled post transplant care to monitor patient progress.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Valencia College
Orlando, FL05.2001
High School Diploma -
Osceola High School
Kissimmee, FL06.1984
Skills
- Experience in High Census/High Acuity Location
- EMR-HCHB
- Positive Leadership Style
- Strong Communication Skills with Staff and Patients
- Very Good Understanding of Oasis Accuracy
- Skilled in Financial Management of Branch
- Excellent Leadership Abilities
Timeline
Executive Director
Mederi Caretenders/Legacy Home Health Group
11.2018 - Current
Home Health RN
Florida Hospital Home Infusion
06.2011 - 02.2019
Home Health RN
Legacy Home Health
01.2011 - 02.2019
Bone Marrow Transplant Coordinator
Florida Hospital Cancer Institute
02.2009 - 03.2011
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Valencia College
High School Diploma -
Osceola High School
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