Jennifer M. Placanica
Southbury,CT
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse and Health Technology Teacher with background in health science instruction. Use of extensive nursing experience to developed and implement comprehensive curricula that enhances student understanding and engagement in health tech concepts. Demonstrates expertise in integrating anatomy and physiology course work into educational environments and fostering collaborative learning. Known for effective communication, reliability and adaptability to evolving educational needs. Enthusiastic about fostering supportive and engaging learning environments, while meeting the needs of all students.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Technology Instructor
Henry Abbott Technical High School
08.2020 - Current
- Integrate emerging technologies and research into lesson plans to prepare students for future careers in health science fields.
- Analyzed feedback from students and colleagues to continuously improve instructional methods and curriculum design.
- Create clear, engaging lessons to draw interest and develop students' knowledge base of various programs in the health sciences.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments and tailored instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Enhanced students health science skills by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications into lessons.
- Continuously update personal knowledge of emerging technologies, ensuring relevant and up-to-date instruction for students.
Clinical Nurse
Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital
04.2002 - 01.2020
- Practice as a primary and/or associate Registered Nurse, collaborating as a core member of the health care delivery team. Facilitate the coordination of patient care at the unit level. Utilizes the nursing process to diagnose and treat patient and family responses to actual or potential health problems. Accountable to the patient, family, peers and clinical manager.
- Clinical Nurse I, Pediatric Resource Support Unit, 1/04 to 5/05
- Clinical Nurse I, Pediatric Emergency Room 8/05 to 8/16
- Clinical Nurse II, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit 8/16 to 8/2020
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment strategies for complex cases.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing clinical skills and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Conducted patient assessments, documenting findings to guide treatment adjustments effectively.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved patient safety outcomes.
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
School Nurse
Henry Abbott Technical High School
10.2014 - 10.2017
- Independently provides counseling and health education services to students and staff; serves as member of crisis intervention team; provides assessment of medical problems; determines need for physician or medical care; performs basic evaluative procedures and tests; performs primary first aid; ensures that controlled drugs are properly stored; makes referrals and follows up on health needs; provides counseling on health related issues; maintains accurate medical records; writes reports; may administer medication; may administer routine tests or exam; performs related duties as required.
Surgical Coordinator
Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists of Connecticut
06.1997 - 12.1999
- Coordinate and book date of surgery with patients and hospitals. Gather all history and physical information from patients preceding surgery date. Prepare patients for pre-operative medical care, including supervising primary care physician visits and appropriate testing for surgery. Follow patient’s post-operative care by answering questions and concerns regarding prescriptions and individual recovery processes. Responsible for all precertification requirements with insurance companies for inpatient or outpatient hospital visits. Prepare patient medical records pre- and postoperatively.
Education
Associate’s Degree - Science, Registered Nurse
St Vincent’s College
Bridgeport, CT05.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Framingham State College
Framingham, MA01.1993
Skills
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- TNCC April 2015
- CPR November 2016
Timeline
Health Technology Instructor
Henry Abbott Technical High School
08.2020 - Current
School Nurse
Henry Abbott Technical High School
10.2014 - 10.2017
Clinical Nurse
Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital
04.2002 - 01.2020
Surgical Coordinator
Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists of Connecticut
06.1997 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Framingham State College
Associate’s Degree - Science, Registered Nurse
St Vincent’s College
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