Juliana Boateng
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Experienced nursing professional, bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills, and technical knowledge. I am proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications, and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Organized and knowledgeable Registered nurses are experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Lanier Rehabilitation Center
JACKSONVILLE, FL
04.2024 - Current
- Implemented strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores in the nursing department on an ongoing basis.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses, providing support during their transition into the organization.
- Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting personnel administration and training.
- Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment, and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Reviewed non-contracted instrumentation for spine surgeries and initiated vendor contract evaluations in conjunction with operations staff and orthopedic spine and neurological spine specialists.
- Updated procedures are necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging, and labeling medications.
- Directed, supervised, and evaluated medical, clerical, or maintenance personnel.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space, and equipment availability into consideration.
- Developed medical programs that promoted community health and research.
- Recruited, hired, and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing, and physical plant staff.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
- Administered fiscal operations for accounting, budget planning, authorizing expenditures, and coordinating reporting.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads, and medical staff.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities, and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Explained policies, procedures, and services to patients.
- Monitored changes in laws and regulations related to healthcare delivery services to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.
- Advised physicians on best practices related to prescribing medications or treatments for patients under their care.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Coordinated medical and health services in compliance with government regulations and policies set by the board of trustees.
- Budgeted, managed, and scheduled nursing staff, fostering an environment supportive to patients.
RN ADON/SDC
Lanier Rehab
Jacksonville, FL
04.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns
- Delivered extensive training and mentorship to registered and licensed vocational nurses to ensure and maintain continuity of care
- Counseled patients and families to provide psychological, emotional, and spiritual support
Registered Nurse
Regents Park Of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention, and wellness
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments
- Collected lab specimens, ordering, and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies
LPN Float Nurse
Acute Quality Staffing
Tampa, FL
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals
- Implemented accurate and timely documentation in electronic client medical records
- Attended educational workshops to maintain current competency and licensure in pediatric nursing specialty
- Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects
- Administered medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies
LPN DIRECTOR OF STAFF AND CLINICAL EDUCATION
Palm Garden of Jax
Jacksonville, Florida
02.2015 - 11.2021
- Developed short and long-term goals for the entire nursing department in collaboration with DCS
- Developed and directed orientation programs, including outlines and objectives for all personnel in accordance with established policies and procedures
- Coordinated and established calendar of direct training of all training programs mandated by federal, state, or corporate guidelines
- Ensured the provision of in-service and staff development programs that contribute to meeting nursing objectives and standards and comply with all state and federal regulations
- Assessed the competence and the performance of nursing staff as related to position description, standards of care and facility policies
- Directed, supervised, and assisted care given by other nursing personnel
- Hired, evaluated, promoted, conferences, disciplines, and terminates unit personnel
- Managed and led all nursing personnel operations in the absence of DON
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve the standard of care for patients in collaboration with IDT
- Planned and oversaw admission, nursing, and patient care processes
- Responded to any nursing-related issues in a timely manner
- Coordinated with medical staff and other departments to ensure center efficiency
- Oversaw all record-keeping processes and ensured all necessary documents are accurate and up-to-date
- Hired and trained new nursing staff members
- Evaluated staff performance and prepared accurate reports detailing outcomes
3-11 Supervisor
Palm Garden of Jax
Jacksonville, Florida
11.2010 - 02.2015
- Served as the designated nurse in charge of the facility in the absence of the Director and assistant directors of nursing
- Served as the resource person for other departments withing the established guidelines of the facility in the absence of their administrative personnel
- Consulted by other nursing personnel in making clinical and administrative decisions
- Monitored the quality nursing care to all patients and residents by collaborating with the unit managers
- Assisted facility department heads in establishing and completing orientation programs specific to their areas of responsibility
- Coordination and monitoring of facility policies and procedures, including offering HEP 'B' vaccine and TB testing in accordance with established policies
LPN Floor Nurse
Palm Garden of Jax
Jacksonville, Florida
08.2007 - 11.2010
- Worked under direct supervision using the nurse practice act, policies and procedures and nursing judgement
- Delivered nursing care to patients and residents
- Implemented resident cares plans and evaluated the resident's response
- Supervised CNA' s in the care given by them
- Reenforced resident/family/caregiver education as directed
- Participated in the identification of staff educational needs
- Served as a preceptor, as delegated for new staff
- Participated in developing unit objectives
- Protected residents from injury
- Conducted myself in a professional manner in compliance with unit and facility policies
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN11.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Concorde Career Institute
Jacksonville, FL09.2022
LPN Diploma - Nursing
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL06.2007
Skills
- Care Plan Development
- Infection Control
- Family Education
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Observation
- Patient Education
- Documenting Vitals
- Immunization Skills
- Critical Care
- Collecting Vitals
- Health Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Patient Intake
- Pain Management
- Room Preparation
- Chart Updating
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Chronic Disease Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Wound Care
- Unit Administration
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Infectious Disease Control
- Patient Discharge
- Team Coordination
- Family and Patient Support
- Body Mechanics Knowledge
- Long-Term Care
Certification
- Infection control certified
- Wound Care Certified
- Leadership and management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Lanier Rehabilitation Center
04.2024 - Current
RN ADON/SDC
Lanier Rehab
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Regents Park Of Jacksonville
08.2022 - 09.2024
LPN Float Nurse
Acute Quality Staffing
12.2021 - 12.2022
LPN DIRECTOR OF STAFF AND CLINICAL EDUCATION
Palm Garden of Jax
02.2015 - 11.2021
3-11 Supervisor
Palm Garden of Jax
11.2010 - 02.2015
LPN Floor Nurse
Palm Garden of Jax
08.2007 - 11.2010
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Concorde Career Institute
LPN Diploma - Nursing
Florida State College at Jacksonville
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