Janice James-Clarke
Tavares,FL
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 15 years of experience in delivering high-quality patient care. Skilled in clinical judgment, collaborative teamwork, and patient education. Focused on improving patient outcomes and comfort through effective communication and adherence to safety protocols.
Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
RoseWayne Inc.
Tavares, FL
11.2025 - Current
- Provided daily personal care to enhance patient comfort and wellbeing.
- Assisted with medication management to ensure adherence to treatment plans.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments, promoting patient independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for patients and staff.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health
Jamaica, West Indies
09.2011 - 04.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in compliance with established protocols.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare settings, ensuring timely access to resources.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care.
- Supervised junior nursing staff, providing mentorship and fostering professional development.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- 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.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health
Jamaica West Indies
01.1996 - 03.2001
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and care outcomes.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, improving operational efficiency within the department.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Education
Registered General Nursing
Kingston School of Nursing
Kingston, JamaicaHigh School Diploma -
Knox College High School
Jamaica West Indies07-1990
Skills
- Utilize assessment skills in identifying presenting health problems while anticipating possible changes in patient's condition
- Utilize institutional policies and protocols to administer effective patient care
- Medication and IV administration with close time-bound monitoring
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to provide quality wholistic care
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Lab result interpretation
- Intake and discharge
- Participate in health prevention and promotion activities
- Emergency care
Accomplishments
- BLS Certification
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff. (Jamaica)
- Supervised team of 21 staff members. (Jamaica)
- Certification in Emergency Nursing, Venipuncture and Midwifery (Jamaica)
Certification
- Basic Life Support Training - September 19, 2025
- Venipuncture - 2013 [Jamaica]
- Midwifery - -2016 [Jamaica]
Timeline
Home Health Aide
RoseWayne Inc.
11.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health
09.2011 - 04.2025
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health
01.1996 - 03.2001
Registered General Nursing
Kingston School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Knox College High School