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Darlene Morris Rocker

Registered Nurse
Wildwood,FL

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with 30 years of diverse experience in home health care management, long-term care, and correctional nursing. Demonstrated competence to deliver outstanding patient care while following healthcare rules and regulations. Frequently assigned interim leadership positions, such as Supervisor and Director of Nursing, demonstrating strong management capabilities and proficiency in team guidance. Dedicated to patient advocacy, quality treatment, and multidisciplinary teamwork. Maintains an active, unencumbered nursing license, presenting a continuous history of professional excellence and ethical conduct.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Licensed Funeral Director, Chief Operating Officer

Rocker-Cusack Mortuary
08.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated with families to plan meaningful and unique memorial services tailored to their specific needs.

Sick Call Registered Nurse

Centurion of FL
03.2017 - 08.2020
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

RN Case Manager

BayCare Homecare
07.2014 - 03.2017
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.

Staff Nurse, Interim Supervisor, Nursing Supervisor, Interim DON

Lake Correctional Institute
06.2012 - 06.2014
  • Enhanced team collaboration by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication among staff members.

Interim Director of Nursing, Clinical Supervisor, Field Nurse/Case Manager

Classic Home Health Services
06.2011 - 06.2012
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Managed Care Supervisor, Field Nurse/Case Manager, Per Diem SN/ALF Supervisor, Per Diem RN Supervisor

Lake Harris Home Care, SNF/ALF
06.2008 - 06.2011
  • Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.

Per Diem Field Nurse/Case Manager

OMNI Home Care
05.2006 - 06.2008
  • Facilitated successful transitions from hospital to home or long-term care settings by coordinating necessary services and resources.

Case Manager

Advanced Nursing Concepts
09.2002 - 12.2006
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.

Case Manager

Leesburg Regional Home Health
05.2000 - 07.2003
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.

Case Manager

MEDERI Home Care
01.1997 - 05.2000
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.

Assistant Director of Nursing

Leesburg Nursing Center
08.1995 - 01.1997
  • Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL
05.2001 -

Skills

Strong management skills through effective team leadership, care coordination, and ensuring staff compliance with policies and best practices

Timeline

Licensed Funeral Director, Chief Operating Officer

Rocker-Cusack Mortuary
08.2020 - Current

Sick Call Registered Nurse

Centurion of FL
03.2017 - 08.2020

RN Case Manager

BayCare Homecare
07.2014 - 03.2017

Staff Nurse, Interim Supervisor, Nursing Supervisor, Interim DON

Lake Correctional Institute
06.2012 - 06.2014

Interim Director of Nursing, Clinical Supervisor, Field Nurse/Case Manager

Classic Home Health Services
06.2011 - 06.2012

Managed Care Supervisor, Field Nurse/Case Manager, Per Diem SN/ALF Supervisor, Per Diem RN Supervisor

Lake Harris Home Care, SNF/ALF
06.2008 - 06.2011

Per Diem Field Nurse/Case Manager

OMNI Home Care
05.2006 - 06.2008

Case Manager

Advanced Nursing Concepts
09.2002 - 12.2006

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
05.2001 -

Case Manager

Leesburg Regional Home Health
05.2000 - 07.2003

Case Manager

MEDERI Home Care
01.1997 - 05.2000

Assistant Director of Nursing

Leesburg Nursing Center
08.1995 - 01.1997
Darlene Morris RockerRegistered Nurse