JOSEPHINE DOREMY
Lehigh Acres,FL
Summary
Seasoned Licensed Practical Nurse with a robust background in patient care, particularly at Lehigh Acres Health and Rehabilitation Center. Excelled in delivering compassionate care and medication dispensing, enhancing patient safety protocols. Demonstrated leadership by educating staff on best practices, showcasing exceptional verbal communication and patient assessment skills. Achieved significant improvements in patient outcomes through meticulous chronic disease management. Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in patient care. Talented Licensed Practical Nurse bringing several years of experience in healthcare. Proficient in performing non-surgical procedures like breathing treatments. Familiar with documentation, recordkeeping, and compliance requirements.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lehigh Acres Health and Rehabilitation Center
Lehigh Acres, FL
08.2021 - Current
- Provided direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
- Provided basic nursing care for patients, including wound care and medication administration.
- Performed clerical duties such as filing documents, answering phones, scheduling appointments.
- Performed routine laboratory tests and collected specimens for analysis.
- Participated in ongoing education programs as required by facility policy.
- Provided end-of-life comfort measures for terminally ill patients.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported to physician or registered nurse.
- Implemented infection control measures according to established guidelines.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments and interventions used in patient care plan.
- Instructed patients on proper use of medical equipment and medications.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, heart rate and respiration rate.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations related to practical nursing practice by following established policies and procedures.
- Assisted in physical examinations, diagnostic tests and medical procedures.
- Assisted with training new staff members when needed.
- Maintained accurate patient records including admission notes, progress notes, discharge summaries.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Manor of Fort Myers
Fort Myers, FL
04.2010 - 07.2023
- Provided education to nursing staff members regarding best practices related to wound healing processes.
- Maintained a clean environment for wound treatment by following established procedures for sterilization of instruments and equipment.
- Ordered laboratory tests when necessary to evaluate the status of the wound healing process.
- Educated patients on proper wound healing techniques and prevention of infection.
- Instructed staff members on proper documentation protocols related to wound care services provided in accordance with professional standards.
- Reported abnormal findings to physician for further evaluation or intervention.
- Administered prescribed medications related to wound care including topical ointments, creams and oral antibiotics.
- Assessed patient's wound care needs and developed individualized wound care plans.
- Performed assessments to identify any potential risk factors associated with wounds or skin breakdowns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving patients' wounds or skin integrity issues.
- Provided necessary wound care treatments, such as irrigation, packing and dressing changes.
- Monitored patient's progress and documented all findings in the medical record.
- Managed inventory of wound care supplies to ensure availability of necessary products.
- Participated in wound care education sessions for healthcare staff to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Applied advanced wound dressings and managed wound vacuums to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Advocated for patients to receive timely and appropriate wound care services.
- Led wound care rounds with healthcare team to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Minimized patient skin breakdown by devising and carrying out skin care plan.
- Continually assessed patient pain levels and applied appropriate pain management techniques.
- Classified wounds using staging system based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
Real Estate Sales Associate
Rc Real Estate Services Corp.
Lehigh Acres, FL
01.2009 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with agents, brokers and other professionals to facilitate successful transactions.
- Analyzed financial data related to property appraisals, loan applications and mortgage payments.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions including sales data, client contact information and listing details.
- Identified desirable features of potential homes based on client preferences.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Evans Health Care Center
Fort Myers, FL
06.2000 - 06.2007
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Avante Of Boca Raton
Boca Raton, FL
01.1995 - 08.2000
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Educated LPNs on changes in laws, regulations, and best practices related to nursing care delivery models.
- Resolved conflicts among personnel in a timely manner while maintaining a respectful environment.
- Identified areas needing improvement within the unit or organization as a whole.
- Advised LPNs on appropriate problem-solving techniques for difficult situations involving patients or co-workers.
- Ensured that all nursing personnel adhered to professional standards of practice and safety regulations.
- Attended continuing education classes to stay up to date on current trends in the healthcare field.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Performed rounds throughout the facility to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance and support to Licensed Practical Nurses in their daily duties.
- Evaluated patient conditions, progress and treatment success to make changes and adapt treatment plans.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians' orders.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sheridan Technical College
Hollywood, FL02-1993
High School Diploma -
Nova High School
Davie, FL06-1987
Some College (No Degree) -
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FLSome College (No Degree) -
Edison Community College
Fort Myers, FLSkills
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Samples collection
- EMR / EHR
- Medical office administration
- Documenting incidents
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Catheter care
- Writing reports
- Staff supervision
- Caring for wounds
- Transcribing orders
- Vital signs
- Compassionate care
- Patient care
- Patient safety protocols
- Infection control
- Geriatric care
- Medication dispensing
- Pain management
- Documenting intake
- Immunization administration
- Chronic disease management
- Verbal and written communication
- Counting narcotics
- Breathing treatments
- Physical assessment
- Emergency response
- Patient assessments
- Patient intake
- Caregiving skills
- Medication reconciliation
- Indirect patient care
- Preventive care
- Family communication
- Documentation accuracy
- End-of-life care
Languages
English
Professional
French
Limited
creole
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- LPN Supervisory Training 30 hours completed in 2002
- Certification The Art & Science of Chronic Wound care completed in 1995
- certification for Leadership Seminar for Nurse executive in long term care
- Tools for Effective Health Evangelism completed in 2007
- Real Estate License and Certificate completed in 2006
Affiliations
- Church Elder
- Church Treasure
- Church Committee Member
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lehigh Acres Health and Rehabilitation Center
08.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Manor of Fort Myers
04.2010 - 07.2023
Real Estate Sales Associate
Rc Real Estate Services Corp.
01.2009 - 05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Evans Health Care Center
06.2000 - 06.2007
Licensed Practical Nurse
Avante Of Boca Raton
01.1995 - 08.2000
- LPN Supervisory Training 30 hours completed in 2002
- Certification The Art & Science of Chronic Wound care completed in 1995
- certification for Leadership Seminar for Nurse executive in long term care
- Tools for Effective Health Evangelism completed in 2007
- Real Estate License and Certificate completed in 2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sheridan Technical College
High School Diploma -
Nova High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Broward College
Some College (No Degree) -
Edison Community College
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