Justine Kearns
Micco
Summary
Professional with strong background in coaching combining strong clinical expertise in Orthopedics, Oncology and Woman's Health, equipped to drive team success and foster individual growth. Skilled in strategic planning, performance analysis, and motivational techniques. Known for flexibility, reliability, and unwavering focus on achieving results through collaboration and adaptability. Proficient in developing tailored training programs, building rapport, enhancing team dynamics and staff rentention.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practice Coach
Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center
09.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with clinical educators to develop, coordinate, and implement education programs for new-to-practice nurses, promoting a safe and effective patient-centered care environment.
- Mentored new-to-practice nurses by modeling advanced clinical practices to enhance patient outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Instructed new-to-practice nurses in clinical settings, fostering a culture of safety and excellence in patient care.
RN Staff Nurse
Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center
08.2014 - 09.2018
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse Supervisor/Manager
Masonicare Health Center
07.2012 - 07.2014
- Led and oversaw nursing team operations to achieve efficient and effective patient care.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
Education
RN
Bridgeport-Yale Hospital School of Nursing
Bridgeport, CT12-2008
LPN
Eli Whitney Technical School
Hamden, CT06-2005
Paramedic
Connecticut Medical Training Academy
Windsor Locks, CT08-2003
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapist
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT07-1996
Skills
- Chemotherapy administration
- ACLS Instructor
- BLS Instructor
- Co-Author HIV/AIDS CE for the State of Florida
- Created Interactive training modules for Orientation
- Unit Based Education
- Unit Resource for Staff and Managers
- Helped Develop current Nurse Practice Coach Model
- Teach Wound Care Station at Acute Care Skills'
- Teach Orientation
Timeline
Nurse Practice Coach
Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center
09.2018 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center
08.2014 - 09.2018
Psychiatric Registered Nurse Supervisor/Manager
Masonicare Health Center
07.2012 - 07.2014
RN
Bridgeport-Yale Hospital School of Nursing
LPN
Eli Whitney Technical School
Paramedic
Connecticut Medical Training Academy
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapist
Naugatuck Valley Community College
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