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Deborah Libourel

Emporia,VA

Summary

Skilled nursing professional with more than 36 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops diagnoses and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Nurse

Bon Secours
08.2022 - Current
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.

On Call Weekend Nurse

VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital
08.2020 - 11.2022
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.

Administrator

Affinis Hospice
11.2013 - 01.2019
  • Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
  • Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
  • Collected, validated, and distributed information to employees.
  • Computerized office activities, maintained customer communications, and tracked records through delivery.
  • Troubleshot employee concerns and recommended corrective actions to resolve issues.
  • Entered and maintained departmental records in company database.
  • Coordinated with human resources department to handle payroll and personnel databases.
  • Studied processes, implemented cost reductions and developed reporting procedures to maintain administrative workflow.
  • Generated reports to suggest corrective actions and process improvements.
  • Networked with industry professionals to exchange best practice knowledge and stay abreast of latest developments.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.

Nurse Manager

West Georgia Hospice
11.2009 - 11.2013
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
  • Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
  • Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
  • Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
  • Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
  • Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.
  • Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Clinical Coordinator

Emory Eastside Medical Center
10.2002 - 11.2009
  • Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
  • Supervised and managed daily activities of clinical team consisting of nurses, and support staff.
  • Assessed clinical policies and procedures for compliance with changing regulations.
  • Built strong relationships with patients and families for optimized care satisfaction.
  • Created weekly schedules for nurses, taking into account sick days and vacation time.
  • Oversaw quality assurance programs to enhance performance and consistently achieve superior care standards.
  • Led physicians, nurses and healthcare teams in providing punctual, professional care delivery.
  • Set up educational programs for clinical staff to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Upheld quality assurance procedures to maintain patient safety and satisfaction.

Staff Nurse

Various Companies And Locations
03.1987 - 10.2002
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC
05.1988

Skills

  • Intravenous Injections
  • MEDISOFT
  • Routine Examinations
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Care Continuum Coordination
  • Patient Education
  • Hospice and Palliative Care
  • Staffing Assignments
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Nursing Staff Support
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Care
  • Manage Cases
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Delegation and Motivation
  • Nursing Standards
  • HIPAA Protocol Adherence
  • Infection Control Measures
  • Disease Processes
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge

Timeline

Staff Nurse

Bon Secours
08.2022 - Current

On Call Weekend Nurse

VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital
08.2020 - 11.2022

Administrator

Affinis Hospice
11.2013 - 01.2019

Nurse Manager

West Georgia Hospice
11.2009 - 11.2013

Clinical Coordinator

Emory Eastside Medical Center
10.2002 - 11.2009

Staff Nurse

Various Companies And Locations
03.1987 - 10.2002

Associate of Science - Nursing

Halifax Community College

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