Hermine Philemond
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Registered Nurse with 15+ years of experience in clinical settings providing nursing care to diverse populations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Emory Healthcare
Atlanta, GA
05.2007 - 06.2024
- Demonstrated proactive decision-making using sharp evaluation capabilities.
- Maintained a high standard of responsibility and patient advocacy.
- Streamlined healthcare operations by ensuring effective coordination among nursing, medical, and support personnel.
- Assuring safe environment to prevent falls by adhering to safety protocols and providing appropriate teaching to patients
- Led patient care process for individuals recovering from various surgeries including knee, hip replacements, back operations and shoulder procedures until discharged.
- Educated patients and family members on correct post-discharge procedures.
- Engaged in unit-focused Quality Assurance Program.
- Created and executed nursing care strategies.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' rights regarding pain management, working closely with physicians to optimize analgesia while minimizing side effects of medications.
- Reduced hospital readmissions rates by effectively educating patients on post-operative care and follow-up appointments.
- Promoted a safe environment in the orthopedic unit by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining appropriate supplies and equipment.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure timely communication of critical information.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering compassionate and empathetic care to patients and their families.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, contributing valuable input on patient care plans to optimize outcomes.
- Collaborated with case managers to arrange appropriate home health services for discharged patients requiring ongoing support or rehabilitation services.
Behavioral Registered Nurse
Kindred Healthcare
Stoughton, MA
09.2006 - 04.2007
- Ensured accurate and timely delivery of medication in a neuro-behavioral setting.
- Oversaw recovery and treatment plans for those with severe neurological injuries.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center
Brockton, MA
04.2006 - 04.2007
- Coordinated medication administration, wound care, and patient monitoring for each shift.
- Streamlined the exchange of treatment details between healthcare providers and patients.
- Delivered age-specific and culturally aware care to diverse patients.
- Coordinated and communicated essential discharge instructions effectively.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kindred Healthcare
02.2005 - 02.2006
- Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring
- Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN07.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Laboure College
Milton, MA12.2005
Skills
- Nursing
- Bilingual
- EMR systems
Nursing Licenses
RN, 190247, 01/01/27 GA
Timeline
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Emory Healthcare
05.2007 - 06.2024
Behavioral Registered Nurse
Kindred Healthcare
09.2006 - 04.2007
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center
04.2006 - 04.2007
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kindred Healthcare
02.2005 - 02.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Laboure College