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Dean Joyce

Dean Joyce

Royal Oak

Summary

Diligent Public Health Nurse with extensive experience in administering vaccines and promoting public health guidelines. Excels in providing evidence-based vaccine education and managing vaccine inventory according to MDHHS standards. Aims to drive improvements in vaccine delivery and patient care within community healthcare settings.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Adult & Childhood Immunizations RN

Detroit Health Department
01.2022 - 03.2025
  • Provided compassionate care to diverse patient groups, addressing concerns and ensuring a positive vaccination experience for newborns, pediatrics, and adults.
  • Administered multiple vaccinations safely to pediatric and adult patients.
  • Played a key role in community outreach clinics, improving vaccine accessibility in Detroit.
  • Diligently recorded administered vaccines using MCIR and Patagonia EHR, in line with MDHHS, CDC protocols.
  • Conducted informative waiver classes, providing essential immunization education.

COVID Response Immunization Nurse

Arrow Strategies, LLC
02.2021 - 01.2022
  • Headed Covid-19 vaccination efforts, ensuring public safety.
  • Optimized vaccine storage and transport strategies, maintaining integrity for large-scale immunization efforts while adhering to evolving guidelines.
  • Achieved measurable improvements in vaccination rates through strategic planning and community outreach, contributing to public health goals.
  • Administered immunizations efficiently, ensuring compliance with public health guidelines and protocols.

Medical Surgical Staff Nurse

St. Joseph Mercy Oakland - Trinity Health
04.2017 - 12.2020
  • Successfully treated diverse conditions through precise interventions.
  • Empowered patients and families with comprehensive disease management education, enhancing treatment adherence and long-term health maintenance.
  • Fostered interdisciplinary teamwork, actively participating in rounds to refine care plans and ensure holistic patient treatment approaches.
  • Pioneered mentorship program for new nurses, accelerating skill development and promoting seamless integration into the medical-surgical unit.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Oakland University
Auburn Hills, MI
12.2016

Bachelor of Science in Biological Psychology and Cognitive Science - undefined

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
12.2003

Skills

  • Pediatric Immunization (Expert)
  • Adult Immunization (Expert)
  • Vaccine Education (Expert)
  • Immunization Practices (Expert)
  • MDHHS Guidelines (Expert)
  • Vaccine Management (Expert)
  • Healthcare Collaboration (Expert)
  • Basic life support
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Clinical judgment

Timeline

Adult & Childhood Immunizations RN

Detroit Health Department
01.2022 - 03.2025

COVID Response Immunization Nurse

Arrow Strategies, LLC
02.2021 - 01.2022

Medical Surgical Staff Nurse

St. Joseph Mercy Oakland - Trinity Health
04.2017 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science in Biological Psychology and Cognitive Science - undefined

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Oakland University