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Jennifer Labud

Zolfo Springs,FL

Summary

Patient-focused registered nurse with 18 years' experience. Expert in all elements of patient care and successful in working as part of a team to treat a wide range of medical conditions. Skilled in prioritizing patients' needs within high-stress environments.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Case Manager

Adventhealthcare
Sebring, FL
02.2019 - Current
  • Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
  • Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Bayfront Health Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda, FL
09.2016 - 02.2019

Developed, implemented and evaluate individualized patient care plans. Advocate for patient welfare and served as liaison between patients, their families, and healthcare providers. Reviewed medical records for medical necessity, level of care, length of stay and authorization denials for hospitalized patients.

  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
  • Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Lee Memorial Hospital
Fort Myers, FL
03.2013 - 09.2014
  • Bedside nursing for 2 years on med surg oncology floor before transition to RN case manger
  • Collaborate with patient , their family, the therapy team and physician to ensure that the patients discharge needs are identified and the patient is transitioned to the appropriate setting.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
  • Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
  • Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.

Registered Nurse

Lee Memorial Hospital
Fort Myers, FL
09.2015 - 09.2016
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • 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.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.

Registered Nurse

Baptist Hospital of Miami
Homestead, FL
09.2009 - 03.2013
  • Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
  • educating patient about a variety of medical conditions as well as provided emotional support and advice to families of the patients.
  • observe and monitor patient condition and communicating with doctors.
  • cared for pediatric patients and adolescents.
  • Administered chemotherapy.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.

Registered Nurse

Lawrence + Memorial Hospital
New London, CT
06.2007 - 09.2009
  • Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
  • observe and monitor patient condition and communicate with physicians.
  • Administer chemotherapy.
  • cared for Hospice patients.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • 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.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Completed chemotherapy administration as dictated by physician's instructions on each patient's chart.
  • Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
  • Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects and proper skin treatments after radiation.
  • Cultivated warm and compassionate atmosphere for patients receiving chemotherapy, wound care and Treatment in infusion treatment facility.
  • Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.

Registered Nurse

New London Cancer Center: Govil Sarah
Waterford, CT
09.2006 - 06.2007
  • Administer chemotherapy.
  • Administer fluids, medications, blood through PIV and central lines.
  • Monitor patients rehabilitation and manage schedules for treatment regimens.
  • Cared for Hospice patients.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support.
  • Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
  • Prepared chemotherapy doses and iron infusions for patient treatments as per physicians' orders.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.

Registered Nurse

Nicklaus Children's Hospital
Miami, FL
06.2004 - 09.2006
  • The Worked on oncology/hematology pediatric floor administering chemotherapy.
  • Performed basic physical assessments on pediatric patients.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
  • Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
  • Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
  • Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
  • Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
  • Protected patients from harm by following precise hospital security requirements.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.

Office Manager

David Davis Electric
Key Largo, Fl
09.1995 - 06.2004
  • Established efficient workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall effectiveness of office personnel and activities.
  • Ordered all office supplies including ink cartridges, toner, and paper.
  • Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities, including ordering and requisitions, stocking, and shipment receiving.
  • Completed bi-weekly payroll for 10 employees.

Nursing Assistant

Dr. Steven Lawyer, D.O.
Key Largo, FL
08.1987 - 06.1992
  • Accurately recorded and reported test results according to established procedures.
  • Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
  • Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis.
  • Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Florida Keys Community College
Key West, FL
2004

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Resource management expertise
  • Hospice philosophy understanding
  • Intravenous therapy comprehension
  • Competent in physical assessments
  • Palliative care awareness
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Patient-focused care
  • Hospice and palliative understanding
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Specialized Healthcare Referrals
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Mental and Physical Assessments
  • Hospice Education
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Patient and Family Liaison
  • Community Program Referrals
  • Student Precepting
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Determine Medical Necessity
  • Treatment Preparation
  • Drug Calculations

Timeline

RN Case Manager

Adventhealthcare
02.2019 - Current

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Bayfront Health Punta Gorda
09.2016 - 02.2019

Registered Nurse

Lee Memorial Hospital
09.2015 - 09.2016

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Lee Memorial Hospital
03.2013 - 09.2014

Registered Nurse

Baptist Hospital of Miami
09.2009 - 03.2013

Registered Nurse

Lawrence + Memorial Hospital
06.2007 - 09.2009

Registered Nurse

New London Cancer Center: Govil Sarah
09.2006 - 06.2007

Registered Nurse

Nicklaus Children's Hospital
06.2004 - 09.2006

Office Manager

David Davis Electric
09.1995 - 06.2004

Nursing Assistant

Dr. Steven Lawyer, D.O.
08.1987 - 06.1992

Associate of Science - Nursing

Florida Keys Community College
Jennifer Labud