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Irene Pergeorelis

Saint Augustine,FL

Summary

Professional healthcare provider with significant experience in delivering patient care and ensuring high standards of practice. Skilled in clinical procedures, patient assessment, care planning and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration ensuring care quality and positive outcomes. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Committed to continuous professional development and mentorship.


Overview

50
50
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Nurse

Brooks,Legacy,and Pinnacle Home Health Agencies
07.2021 - Current


  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care strategies for diverse patient populations.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment options and preventive measures.
  • Managed wound care procedures, ensuring adherence to infection control standards and best practices.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient needs, promoting timely interventions and continuous care improvement.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.

Staff Nurse

HCA-Putnam
10.1999 - 07.2021
  • Delivered comprehensive patient care in high-acuity environments, monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing clinical skills and ensuring adherence to best practices in critical care.
  • Developed a reputation for strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities through consistently providing appropriate interventions and escalating concerns when warranted.

Staff Development Coordinator

Mercy Hospital
10.1988 - 05.1999
  • Developed and implemented training programs to enhance staff competencies.
  • Collaborated with departmental leaders to assess training needs and improve performance.
  • Coordinated onboarding processes for new employees, ensuring smooth integration into the organization.
  • Facilitated workshops and seminars to promote professional development among staff members.
  • Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback and assessments, driving continuous improvement.
  • Developed and delivered new hire training programs and continuous professional development.
  • Created engaging workshops that catered to diverse learning styles, increasing participant engagement and comprehension levels.
  • Spearheaded the creation of a mentorship program that paired experienced employees with newer hires, facilitating mutual growth opportunities.

Staff Development Coordinator

Naples Community Hospital
01.1976 - 09.1988

Planned, designed and taught nursing continuing education courses and classes including EKG interpretation, Cardiac Rhythms, Early Discharge Planning, Preceptorship Program, and New Nurse Orientation and Development.


With another nurse, planned, designed and implemented an early discharge planning program to aid the hospital in the implementation of DRG requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida, FL
08-1967

Skills

  • Patient education
  • Patient safety
  • Wound care management
  • CPR/AED
  • Infection control measures
  • Care planning
  • Patient management
  • Home health care

Timeline

Staff Nurse

Brooks,Legacy,and Pinnacle Home Health Agencies
07.2021 - Current

Staff Nurse

HCA-Putnam
10.1999 - 07.2021

Staff Development Coordinator

Mercy Hospital
10.1988 - 05.1999

Staff Development Coordinator

Naples Community Hospital
01.1976 - 09.1988

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Florida
Irene Pergeorelis