Janet Broughton
San Pedro,CA
Summary
Passionate nurse with several years of experience in diverse healthcare settings and care units. Competent in care plan development and implementation, patient care coordination and interdisciplinary teams collaboration. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Vaccine Nurse
Elite Nursing, LLC/ UC Irvine Health
Orange, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- properly fit tested staff for N95
LVN Influenza Vaccine Nurse
Elite Nursing, LLC/ UC Irvine Health
Orange, CA
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- administered influenza vaccines
- properly fit test staff for N95
- specimen collection/handling for Covid
- PCR testing for Covid
Home Health Nurse
Companion Hospice
Downey, CA
05.2010 - 09.2021
- Assessed patient health by conducting physical examinations and evaluating medical histories.
- Developed personalized care plans for patients based on individual needs.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Administering medications according to physician orders and monitoring side effects of medications.
- Instructed family members in basic nursing skills including wound care, injections, catheterization, and other treatments as ordered by the physician.
- Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure or pulse rate to detect any changes in a patient's condition.
- Initiated referrals to appropriate community resources when needed.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss the progress of each patient's treatment plan.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning with physicians, social workers, case managers, therapists, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care plan.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with local agencies to ensure continuity of care upon discharge from home health services.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Home Health Nurse
One to One staffing
Hurst, TX
01.2009 - 05.2010
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration.
- Administering medications according to physician orders and monitoring side effects of medications.
- Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure or pulse rate to detect any changes in a patient's condition.
- Initiated referrals to appropriate community resources when needed.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning with physicians, social workers, case managers, therapists, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care plan.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with local agencies to ensure continuity of care upon discharge from home health services.
- Contributed to research projects related to home health nursing practices.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while caring for clients in their homes.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Advertising Manager
Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles, CA
04.1987 - 12.2005
- Created campaigns for print, digital, radio, and television advertisements.
- Developed and implemented advertising strategies to increase brand awareness.
- Analyzed market trends and research consumer preferences.
- Negotiated media deals with vendors and suppliers.
- Supervised a team of junior advertising personnel.
- Organized promotional events to drive sales growth.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful implementation of campaigns.
- Prepared regular reports on marketing metrics and ROI results.
- Worked closely with clients to develop effective ad copy that meets their needs.
- Provided direction on design elements such as layout, color schemes.
- Reviewed existing contracts with vendors and negotiated better terms when necessary.
- Maintained relationships with key stakeholders such as journalists, bloggers, influencers.
- Ensured compliance with all legal regulations regarding advertising materials.
- Gathered and evaluated promotional data to improve future planning.
- Developed attractive and engaging print and digital ads.
- Collaborated with marketing staff to develop strategic advertising plans focused on specific customer or market areas.
- Drafted and edited interesting press releases for each event, contest or promotion.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Vocational Nursing
Concorde Career College
Garden Grove, CA05-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration and Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06-2002
Diploma - General Studies
Clara Barton Vocational High School
New York, NY06-1972
Skills
- Care plan implementation
- Medication Administration
- Wound Management
- injections
- Discharge coordination
- Compassionate Care
- Home Health Care
- Charting Medication Administration
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Community health
- Geriatric Care
- Community Health
- specimen processing
Timeline
Vaccine Nurse
Elite Nursing, LLC/ UC Irvine Health
09.2024 - Current
LVN Influenza Vaccine Nurse
Elite Nursing, LLC/ UC Irvine Health
09.2021 - 09.2022
Home Health Nurse
Companion Hospice
05.2010 - 09.2021
Home Health Nurse
One to One staffing
01.2009 - 05.2010
Advertising Manager
Los Angeles Times
04.1987 - 12.2005
Certificate of Completion - Vocational Nursing
Concorde Career College
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration and Management
University of Phoenix
Diploma - General Studies
Clara Barton Vocational High School
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