Garfield Hamilton
West Palm Beach
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with expertise in infection control, critical thinking, and patient education. Committed to providing high-quality care and enhancing patient independence through tailored care strategies.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Registered Nurse
American In Home Care
West Palm Beach, FL
01.2026 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Administered medications and treatments according to care plans.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence.
- Documented patient progress and care interventions in electronic records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety standards.
- Adapted care strategies based on individual patient needs and preferences.
Medical Adjunct Instructor
Cpr Health And Safety Trainers
West Palm Beach, FL
12.2012 - Current
- Delivered engaging lectures and practical demonstrations to facilitate knowledge retention among students.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes in health and safety training.
- Collaborated with colleagues to refine curriculum content, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulations.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Mentored new instructors in teaching methodologies and best practices to foster a supportive educational environment.
- Implemented innovative instructional techniques to increase student engagement and participation in training sessions.
- Conducted workshops on emergency response protocols, enhancing community awareness and preparedness initiatives.
Professional Firefighter
PBCFR
West Palm Beach, FL
09.2005 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate assistance in fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to protect personnel and minimize risks during firefighting operations.
- Conducted routine inspections of firefighting equipment to ensure readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members during training exercises, enhancing operational efficiency and emergency response tactics.
- Led community outreach programs, educating the public on fire safety practices and prevention measures.
- Enhanced community safety by responding to various emergency situations, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents.
- Supported fellow firefighters during high-pressure situations by maintaining clear communication channels and offering necessary guidance when needed.
- Provided life-saving medical assistance by administering CPR or First Aid until paramedics arrived on scene.
- Engaged in physical fitness activities regularly to maintain peak performance levels required for emergency response situations.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
Registered Nurse Long Term Care
Aspire Nursing and Rehabilitation
West Palm Beach, FL
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans based on clinical assessments.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency in record-keeping.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security in the unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Educator
Chamberlain University
Illinois City, IL08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Illinois City, IL07-2025
Ph.D. - Theology/Chaplaincy
Maranatha Christian University
Coral Springs, FL07-2025
Skills
- Patient communication
- Diabetes management
- Respiratory care
- Dementia care
- Geriatric care
- Catheter care
- Infection control
- Care coordination
- Care planning
- Home health documentation
- Compassionate communication
- Patient education
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
Affiliations
- International Council of Nurses
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- Bls And Acls Training American Heart Association
- Health And Safety Instructor Trainer (HSI)
Timeline
Home Care Registered Nurse
American In Home Care
01.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse Long Term Care
Aspire Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2024 - 08.2024
Medical Adjunct Instructor
Cpr Health And Safety Trainers
12.2012 - Current
Professional Firefighter
PBCFR
09.2005 - Current
Master of Science - Nurse Educator
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Ph.D. - Theology/Chaplaincy
Maranatha Christian University
Fire Department Chaplain
Actively work with CISM and peer counseling teams to mitigate stress related situations and provide spiritual support for staff. Provide Invocation as needed on Major events such as 911 ceremonies etc.