Joseph Roy
Colonial Heights,VA
Summary
Compassionate and highly adaptable Registered Nurse with 32 years of diverse acute care experience in Level I trauma centers and community hospitals. Extensive background in critical care nursing, including trauma ICU, coronary care, neurological ICU, and general intensive care settings. Proven leadership abilities developed through years of serving as a team leader, consistently fostering collaboration, clinical excellence, and patient-centered care in high-pressure environments. Dedicated mentor and preceptor with a passion for developing and supporting new nurses to build confidence, competence, and professional growth.
Brings a unique combination of military and healthcare leadership experience, having served 10 years in the U.S. Army as both a Platoon Sergeant and Platoon Leader, leading soldiers in combat environments while developing exceptional decision-making, resilience, communication, and operational leadership skills. Currently serving as a Market Float Nurse with Bon Secours, providing high-quality care across ICU, step-down, medical-surgical, and emergency department boarding units. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, adaptability, calm performance under pressure, and an unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding nursing care in every setting.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours
Richmond, VA
01.2023 - Current
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols, improving patient safety and care efficiency.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established guidelines while monitoring patient responses.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient information accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted educational sessions for patients and families, promoting health literacy and self-management skills.
Critical Care Nurse ICU
Southside Regional Medical Center
Petersburg, VA
11.2013 - 12.2022
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Supervised new employees, student nurses and patient care technicians to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse
University of Virginia Health System
Charlottesville, VA
12.2011 - 11.2013
- Led quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced compliance with regulatory standards and improved service delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Critical Care Nurse, MSTICU
HCA-CJW Medical Center
Richmond, VA
01.2001 - 01.2013
- Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
- Counseled patients and families on treatments and care options, including discharge and home care instructions.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures.
- Delivered top-notch care exceeding department, hospital and Joint Commission standards.
- Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
Critical Care Nurse
Virginia Commonwealth University Health
Richmond, VA
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
- Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
- Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures.
- Counseled patients and families on treatments and care options, including discharge and home care instructions.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventative measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Delivered top-notch care exceeding department, hospital and Joint Commission standards.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Department of Corrections
Powhatan, VA
06.1995 - 03.1997
- Implemented infection control measures, maintaining high standards of safe care
- Led training sessions for new LPNs and nursing assistants, improving team competency and patient care standards.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parham Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Henrico County
03.1994 - 05.1995
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes and responding to urgent care needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Supervised junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and patient care standards.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency through process improvements in daily nursing operations.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, ensuring accurate documentation of health records.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing(MSN)-PMHNP -
J. Sargent Community College, Walden University
Richmond, VA03-1997
Associate Degree in Nursing -
J. Sargent Community College, Walden University
Richmond, VA03-1997
LPN - undefined
Richmond Technical Center
Richmond, VA05-1995
Skills
- CCRN
- Critical care nursing
- Coordinating care
- Preventive skin care
- ICU operations
- Patient care oversight
- Strong critical thinking capabilities
- Healthcare laws and regulations
- Patient care monitoring
- Preventive care
- Great critical thinking skills
- Patient care planning
- Compassionate care
- Ongoing care evaluations
- Wound care maintenance
- Customer care
- Documentation and charting
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
- CCRN
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours
01.2023 - Current
Critical Care Nurse ICU
Southside Regional Medical Center
11.2013 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
University of Virginia Health System
12.2011 - 11.2013
Critical Care Nurse, MSTICU
HCA-CJW Medical Center
01.2001 - 01.2013
Critical Care Nurse
Virginia Commonwealth University Health
01.1998 - 01.2001
Licensed Practical Nurse
Department of Corrections
06.1995 - 03.1997
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parham Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
03.1994 - 05.1995
LPN - undefined
Richmond Technical Center
Master of Science in Nursing(MSN)-PMHNP -
J. Sargent Community College, Walden University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
J. Sargent Community College, Walden University