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Education
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Janice Roy

Brooksville

Summary

Dedicated and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse with a commitment to exceeding expectations in team support and customer service. Proficient in outpatient and public health nursing, with a drive for continuous professional development. Possessing a comprehensive understanding of patient care and medical procedures, adept at managing diverse patient needs across different healthcare environments to ensure top-notch care and satisfaction. Demonstrating excellent communication and problem-solving abilities through effective collaboration with healthcare teams.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Hernando County School District
09.2021 - Current

· Provide first aid for injury or sudden illnesses to minimize further injury while the student is present in the school environment.

· Administer first aid to ill or injured students, according to American Red Cross standard first aid and/or emergency instructions as approved by the Health Department and school administration.

· Notify the principal or appropriate staff member and parent/guardian when students are ill or injured.

· Remain with and give comfort to the ill or injured student until released to the parent/guardian.

· Offer comfort measures to students with minor discomforts.

· Document procedures carried out on the Daily Log Form.

· Do routine follow-up of minor health problems.

· Assist in the administration of medication to students.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assurance Comfort Living
03.2021 - 08.2023
  • Report to Registered Nurse
  • Provide one-on-one patient care. Administer medication and take and record vitals. Assess home situations to determine that children are in the best possible environment.
  • Plan and provide a meal program per children's health and nutritional needs. Assist children with daily care such as grooming, bathing, and toileting.
  • Provide emotional support to children and their families. Work with pediatricians to ensure that proper treatment is administered at all times.
  • Responded appropriately to family members when discussing patient care and instructions for discharge.
  • Administered medications per physicians' orders or as directed by care plan.
  • Maintain confidentiality concerning treatment and personal information.
  • Charted medication administration and nursing care provided to document patient progress or report changes in condition.
  • Observed all HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Hernando County Health Department
05.2017 - 09.2021
  • Completed vital signs including temperature, B/P, pulse, respirations, heights and weights
  • Prepared clients for exams, gather clients' medical history information, and documentation of reason for visit
  • Maintained confidentiality of all records and client interactions and services, and accessibility to clinic per HIPPA guidelines.
  • Assisted providers with exams and procedures
  • Met for morning huddles to discuss clients scheduled for the day.
  • Stocked and maintain exam rooms as needed and adhere to universal precautions.
  • Disposed of any used biohazard waste, non-biohazard, materials and supplies appropriately.
  • Provided safe accurate nursing procedures for ordered treatments.
  • Prepared clients for exams, gather clients' medical history information, and documentation of reason for visit
  • Administered approved oral medications, immunizations, according to policy, procedures and guidelines as ordered by the physician and APRN.
  • Provided nebulizer treatments, ear lavage's, glucose and hemoglobin monitoring as ordered.
  • Performed electrocardiograms and laboratory duties
  • Completed assessments for Tuberculosis screenings
  • Completed HIV pre and post-test counseling
  • Maintained clinic cleanliness, set up exam rooms
  • Cleaned and decontaminate instruments and equipment's per established procedure and techniques
  • Prepared and clean instrument for sterilization via autoclave
  • Received medication inventory from the manufacturer for issuance and entered in health management system.
  • Knowledge of insulin administration techniques
  • Issued insulin through the insulin program as ordered by the physician.
  • Assisted client's in completing applications for patient assistance program.
  • Triaged phone calls as scheduled - answered and directed phone calls and recorded detailed messages as assigned.
  • Attended monthly staff meeting.
  • Actively participate in Quality Improvement program
  • Conducted monthly and yearly medical supply inventory
  • Maintained records and inventory on Emergency Cart
  • Perform duties such as faxing documents, printing copying and faxing.
  • Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Documented in Health Maintenance System (HMS)Used Cisco multi-line phone system.
  • Used Interpreter language line as needed
  • Worked independent and plan workload according to highest priority.
  • Assign to Medical Shelter in events of Hurricane.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Charge Licensed Practical Nurse

Hernando County Health Department
09.2011 - 04.2017
  • Adult Primary Care Clinic, Women's Health and Pediatric
  • Completed vital signs including temperature, B/P, pulse respiration's, height and weight
  • Prepare clients for exams, gather clients' medical history information, and documentation of reason for visit
  • Documented pertinent information in clients electronic in health maintenance system (HMS)
  • Maintained confidentiality of all records and client interactions and services, and accessibility to clinic per HIPPA guidelines
  • Assisted providers with procedures
  • Documented on appropriate forms all services, assessments, interaction and reactions
  • Nebulizer treatments, ear lavage, glucose and hemoglobin testing as ordered
  • Perform electrocardiograms and laboratory duties
  • Administered medication orally, subcutaneous, or intramuscular injection as ordered by the physician
  • Assess and enter clients immunization records in FloridaShots Registry System
  • Administered PPD testingHIV pre-and post-test counseling
  • Maintained clinic cleanliness, set up exam rooms, emergency cart
  • Assist client's in completing applications for patient assistance program medication programs
  • Linked client to community resources
  • Triaged walk in client's and phone calls
  • Experience working emergency medical shelter
  • Stock and maintained exam rooms as needed and adhere to universal precautions
  • Dispose of any used non-biohazard materials and supplies appropriately
  • Provide safe, accurate nursing procedures for ordered treatments
  • Administer approved medications, including immunizations, per protocol
  • Used Q-Matic Web Terminal for clinic flow
  • Maintained HIPPA protocols
  • Documented in Health Maintenance System (HMS)Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Used Cisco multi-line phone system
  • Worked independent and plan workload according to highest priority
  • Perform clerical work such as faxing documents, printing copying
  • Other duties as assigned

License Practical Nurse School Health Program

Hernando County Health Department
02.2008 - 09.2011
  • Reported to RN Supervisor
  • Provided mandated health screenings to students and completed referrals and follow ups as necessary
  • Worked with RN's to assure school personnel who were assigned to administer medication or perform procedures were properly trained
  • Monitored health care issues in multiple school clinics
  • Ensured completion of health examinations prior to students entering Hernando County school district for the first time
  • Reviewed students health records to insure compliance with the immunization requirements for school attendance
  • Reviewed medication administration records
  • Provided hand-washing classes to children in school
  • Maintained HIPPA protocols
  • Documented in Health Maintenance System (HMS)Used Cisco multi-line phone system
  • Worked independent and plan workload according to highest priority
  • Other duties as assigned

Child Advocate Case Manager

Mid Florida Community Services
04.2006 - 02.2008
  • Advocated and cased managed alleged abused children
  • Completed documentation of pertinent information in charts as appropriate for case management
  • Facilitated and coordinated services with mental health agencies, the judicial system and community partners
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary staffing meetings
  • Developed meeting agendas and facilitated Task Force meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings to facilitate the development of Child Advocacy Center (CAC) protocols
  • Researched potential funding resources in conjunction with the Director of Programs and Operation in grant writing
  • Attended local and out of state trainings
  • Maintained HIPPA protocols
  • Used multi-line phone system
  • Used Excel, Microsoft
  • Worked independent and plan workload according to highest priority
  • Other duties as assigned

Licensed Practical Nurse

Hernando County Health Department
05.2001 - 05.2006
  • Healthy Start Program - Healthy Start Care Coordinator Outreach Worker
  • Conducted home visits with high risks pregnant women and infants
  • Provided case management, parenting education, breastfeeding education, smoking cessation, inter conceptual and family planning education
  • Documented clients information in charts as appropriate
  • Assisted families in developing family support plans, follow through and provided ongoing care coordination
  • Educated clients on environmental safety and promoted social and cognitive growth
  • Worked with teen parents and infants and referred suspected child abuse or neglect or any other non-routine incidents to program manager
  • Performed quality improvement review
  • Linked clients to community resources as needed
  • Referred any usual events to supervisor
  • Conducted internal chart audits
  • Other duties as assigned

Licensed Practical Nurse

Hernando County Health Department
04.2000 - 05.2001
  • Completed vital signs including temperature, B/P, pulse respirations, height and weight on adults and infants
  • Prepared clients for exams, gather clients' medical history information, and documentation of reason for visits
  • Maintained confidentiality of all records and client interactions and services, and accessibility to clinic per HIPPA guidelines
  • Charted pertinent information in clients charts
  • Stocked and maintained exam rooms as needed and adhere to universal precautions
  • Administered approved medications, including immunizations, per protocol and
  • Nebulizer treatments, ear lavage, glucose and hemoglobin monitoring as ordered
  • Performed electrocardiograms and laboratory duties
  • Administered medication orally, subcutaneous, or intramuscular injection as ordered by the physician
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.

Education

Associate of Science -

Pasco- Hernando State College
New Port Richey, Florida
12.2017

Diploma, License Practical Nurse - undefined

Middlesex County Vocational School
East Brunswick, New Jersey
05.1999

High School Diploma - undefined

New Brunswick High School
New Brunswick, New Jersey
06.1983

Skills

  • Understanding of nursing practices
  • Timely service delivery
  • Effective decision making
  • Adaptable learner in nursing practices
  • Effective leadership
  • Client professionalism
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite
  • Strong interpersonal skills

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Hernando County School District
09.2021 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assurance Comfort Living
03.2021 - 08.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

Hernando County Health Department
05.2017 - 09.2021

Charge Licensed Practical Nurse

Hernando County Health Department
09.2011 - 04.2017

License Practical Nurse School Health Program

Hernando County Health Department
02.2008 - 09.2011

Child Advocate Case Manager

Mid Florida Community Services
04.2006 - 02.2008

Licensed Practical Nurse

Hernando County Health Department
05.2001 - 05.2006

Licensed Practical Nurse

Hernando County Health Department
04.2000 - 05.2001

Diploma, License Practical Nurse - undefined

Middlesex County Vocational School

High School Diploma - undefined

New Brunswick High School

Associate of Science -

Pasco- Hernando State College
Janice Roy