Open To Work
Janet Hodgson
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
Dedicated Certified Rehab Registered Nurse with a strong foundation in patient care and education, critical thinking, and collaboration. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective care strategies and meticulous monitoring. I'm also experience in home health care with some OASIS knowledge. Bilingual fluent in Spanish and English.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
HCA Lawnwood Rehab
05.2021 - 12.2025
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to established protocols and safety standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through coordinated care strategies.
- Monitored vital signs, recognizing changes in patient conditions and responding promptly to emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, fostering informed decision-making and adherence to care plans.
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Stuart, FL
03.2017 - 11.2020
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating seamless communication.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and operational procedures, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Implemented infection control measures, significantly reducing hospital-acquired infections within the unit.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, streamlining processes that enhanced overall efficiency in patient care delivery.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, fostering informed decision-making and adherence to care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through coordinated care strategies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hospital, Dr's Office, Nursing Home, Private Duty,
Florida
01.1990 - 11.2016
- Administered medications and treatments per physician instructions, ensuring patient safety and compliance with regulations.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, facilitating timely interventions and care adjustments.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans, enhancing patient satisfaction and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting wellness and disease prevention practices.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Jersey College
Fort Lauderdale, FL08.2016
LPN - Nursing
Warrensburg Area Vo-Tech
Warrensburg, MO09.1988
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Wound care
- Team coordination
- Chronic disease management
- Diabetes and nutrition education
Certification
- Registered Nurse 2016- present
- CRRN 2020-present
- BLS (CPR and AED)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Part TimeFull TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$50/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Registered Nurse
HCA Lawnwood Rehab
05.2021 - 12.2025
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2017 - 11.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hospital, Dr's Office, Nursing Home, Private Duty,
01.1990 - 11.2016
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Jersey College
LPN - Nursing
Warrensburg Area Vo-Tech