Jeanine Justen
Grand Island,NY
Summary
Highly qualified Science Teacher and Registered Nurse:
- Science Teacher: 25 years and 7 months of experience teaching middle and high school Biology, Earth Science, General Science and Health. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations.
- Registered Nurse: Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher - Secondary Level
Williamsville Central School District
08.1999 - 07.2023
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
Registered Nurse
Aurora Home Care Inc
11.1994 - 08.1998
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Registered Nurse
Professional Connections, Ltd.
09.1988 - 02.1994
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
DeGraff Memorial Park
08.1986 - 05.1987
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Respiratory Technician II
R.H.D. Memorial Hospital
01.1981 - 08.1983
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
Telemetry Monitor Technician
R.H.D. Memorial Hospital
12.1980 - 01.1981
- Observed and evaluated cardiac activity and reported changes to medical staff.
- Monitored and documented heart rhythms according to physicians' orders.
- Followed all protocols to respond to irregular cardiac activity.
Veterinary Technician
Lewisville North Animal Clinic
07.1980 - 12.1980
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Science Education
State University of New York - College At Buffalo
Amherst, NY05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Education - Biology & General Science Secondary Ed
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY05.1987
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse - RN
El Centro College
Dallas, TX12.1985
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
SUNY College of Technology At Delhi
Delhi, NY05.1980
High School Diploma -
Tonawanda High School
Fletcher & Hinds Street06.1978
Skills
Secondary Science Teacher:
- Tutoring and Mentoring
- Learning Style Assessment
- Course Materials Development
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Management
Registered Nurse:
- Medical Screening
- Patient Assessments & Monitoring
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
Timeline
Science Teacher - Secondary Level
Williamsville Central School District
08.1999 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Aurora Home Care Inc
11.1994 - 08.1998
Registered Nurse
Professional Connections, Ltd.
09.1988 - 02.1994
Registered Nurse
DeGraff Memorial Park
08.1986 - 05.1987
Respiratory Technician II
R.H.D. Memorial Hospital
01.1981 - 08.1983
Telemetry Monitor Technician
R.H.D. Memorial Hospital
12.1980 - 01.1981
Veterinary Technician
Lewisville North Animal Clinic
07.1980 - 12.1980
Bachelor of Science - Science Education
State University of New York - College At Buffalo
Bachelor of Science - Education - Biology & General Science Secondary Ed
SUNY Buffalo State
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse - RN
El Centro College
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
SUNY College of Technology At Delhi
High School Diploma -
Tonawanda High School