Joseph Cline
Morganton,North Carolina
Summary
I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team and institutional goals. To seek and maintain part-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Facility Consultant
NC/DHHS
01.2011 - 01.2022
- Evaluated facilities for state and federal compliance and followed up on complaints in regards to facility non-compliance.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Communicated and educated family members, caregivers and the public in regards to facility compliance.
- Assured that facilities were following state and federal guidelines.
- Documented non-compliance for penalty actions which the state took against the facility.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Corrections Nurse
Western Youth Institute
01.2009 - 11.2010
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic conditions.
Psychiatic Nurse
Broughton Hospital
01.1991 - 12.2008
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Corrections Officer
Western Youth Institute
08.1985 - 01.1991
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
Security Police
United States Air Force, USAF
06.1981 - 06.1985
- Patrolled grounds to monitor status and safety of premises.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly and calmly for professional support.
- Monitored personnel access and maintained accurate security records.
- Remained calm and alert especially during emergency situations to maintain order and confidence in authority.
- Identified and reported suspicious activity to prevent security incidents.
- Operated security console equipment to monitor and control access.
- Maneuvered communications vehicles, intrusion detection equipment, and other special-purpose equipment to facilitate operations.
- Led, managed, and performed force protection duties to protect personnel and resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lenoir Rhyne University
Hickory, NC 06.1995
Skills
- Project Implementation
- Above average technology skills
- Clear written and oral communication
- Expert Marksmanship
- Problem solving skills
Certification
- Licensed RN [expires 12/31/2024]
- CPR Training - [expires 4/13/25]
Timeline
Nurse Facility Consultant
NC/DHHS
01.2011 - 01.2022
Corrections Nurse
Western Youth Institute
01.2009 - 11.2010
Psychiatic Nurse
Broughton Hospital
01.1991 - 12.2008
Corrections Officer
Western Youth Institute
08.1985 - 01.1991
Security Police
United States Air Force, USAF
06.1981 - 06.1985
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lenoir Rhyne University
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