Keishan Guillaume DNP, MHA, FNP-BC
Coral Springs,USA
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for advanced patient care roles. Proven ability to deliver high-quality medical services with strong focus on quality improvement and patient outcomes. Skilled in diagnostic procedures, treatment plans, patient education, process optimization and implementing evidence-based practices to enhance healthcare outcomes. Known for effective team/multidisciplinary collaboration, adaptability, problem-solving skills and reliable performance in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Prospero Health/ Landmark
12.2022 - Current
- Perform Health Risk Assessments and occasional transitional care for patients discharged from hospitals to prevent re-admissions
- Focus on improving patient outcomes by identifying and addressing gaps in care, such as ensuring timely access to medications or implementing new treatment protocols.
- Conduct comprehensive in-home health risk assessments to identify all active and chronic disease conditions, as well as determine all physical, mental, and social needs present at the time of the visit
- Participate in implementation of QI measures and initiatives to promote quality improvement.
- Educate and counsel patient and family based on assessment results, including recommendations
- Performs follow up visits in transitional care
- Recording patients’ medical histories and maintaining records on symptoms, treatments, and any prescribed medications.
- Ordering diagnostic tests and evaluating their results in order to work out the cause and diagnosis of a health issue.
- Assessing and diagnosing health conditions.
- Prescribing and dispensing medications and other treatment methods.
- Making referrals to physicians or other departments whenever appropriate.
- Provide patient updates to PCP, CM, and Physicians.
- Coordinated patient care integral part of interdisciplinary team.
- Validation of competency through regular participation in continuing education courses.
- Boosted efficiency within the clinic setting by implementing electronic health records systems and streamlining documentation processes.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care between primary care providers and specialists, ensuring continuity of care for patients with complex medical needs.
- Strengthened patient-provider relationships by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns with empathy and understanding.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by offering personalized guidance and education on chronic disease management.
- Elevated standards of clinical excellence by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in family medicine.
- Worked with patients and families to explain plans of care, advocating for needs and preferences and updating periodically.
Family Nurse Practitioner/ APRN
Wound Technology
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Provision of hands-on care to patients as directed by Woundtech’s needs.
- Debridement of wounds by sharp, enzymatic, autolytic or surgical methods completed safely during the patient visit.
- Application of topical wound care and associated wound management products.
- Recommendation of associated services to improve wound healing outcomes. This includes, but is not limited to, labs, radiologic tests, vascular tests, referrals, home health care, Vacuum Assisted Closure device, and orthotics.
- Interpretation of diagnostic tests and recommendation of appropriate follow up to same.
- Recommendations for prescription of required medications and/or Durable Medical Equipment (DME) to facilitate wound healing and/or wound prevention within her/his scope of practice, license and as per the collaborative agreement with the supervising physician.
- Risk assessment for Members with Diabetes, as per the ADA guidelines.
- Patient education and management.
- Education of the Primary Care Physician (PCP), CM, or referring Physician on current wound management practices.
- Provide patient updates to PCP, CM, and Physicians.
Nurse Practitioner/APRN
Primary Wound Care Specialists, LLC
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Conduct comprehensive physical examinations, routine and appropriate wound care assessments with interventions.
- Assess, diagnose, treat and manage acute, and/or chronic ulcers.
- Order/preform/ interpret screening, diagnostic procedures and test.
- Provide follow up based on evidenced based treatment guidelines.
- Conduct weekly wound rounds at the facility/patient home and document findings in EHR.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters in electronic medical record.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skill in assessment and performing local wound care including debridement techniques, cleansing, dressing, pressure relief, pain management in a nursing facility, clinical or home setting.
- Make referrals (internal and external) and collaborates with physician, other agency providers, clinical support staff, administrative staff and community resources in meeting patient and family needs.
- Prescribe medicines for common problems for acute, and/chronic ulcers including timely renewals.
- Provided education and direction to nursing staff, family, patient and team members.
- Provided clinical knowledge and analytical ability to make necessary recommendations concerning the development and management of departmental programs, polices, goal and staffing needs as it relates to wound care.
- Provide treatment according to accepted agency standards and protocols.
Family Nurse Practitioner/Part-Time
Internist in Coconut Creek, Primary Care
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Perform and document complete routine physical examinations and comprehensive health histories.
- Order, interpret diagnostic tests and evaluating their results in order to work out the cause and diagnosis of a health issue.
- Assess and diagnose health conditions.
- Provide primary healthcare services with an emphasis on preventive care (immunization, shots, screening tests, etc.).
- Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities.
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals.
- Function independently within the scope of practice to perform age-appropriate history and physical for patients.
- Assist with the provision of care in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations.
- Facilitates the patients transition within and between health care settings, e.g. admitting, transferring and discharging patients.
- Facilitates staff, patient and family decision making by providing educational tools.
- Rounded at various hospitals and nursing care facilities.
- Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
Case Manager/ Nurse Practitioner
Hospice by the Sea/Trust Bridge
12.2012 - 03.2020
- Assured the highest quality of care provided and documented in accordance with the plan of care.
- Assisted in chart audits of certified nursing assistance and registered nurses to determine eligibility, coordinate patient care, monitor outcomes and identify areas of improvement.
- Provide follow up based on evidenced based treatment guidelines.
- Implemented data-driven approaches to identify trends and patterns in patient care.
- Assisted in the development of decisions about how to improve services and processes.
- Performed the initial and on-going assessment of the patient.
- Helped develop and implement the Hospice Plan of Care in collaboration with the physician and in conjunction with other members of the Interdisciplinary Group.
- Responsible for the education of the patient, family or other caregivers in relation to needs identified on the plan of care, including, but not exclusive of, medication administration, dressing changes, oxygen administration, Hospice philosophy and care of the terminally ill patient.
- Worked closely with other members of the Interdisciplinary Group to provide all-inclusive physical, psychosocial, educational, emotional and spiritual services including bereavement support to the patient and family to achieve the highest quality of care.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Maintained close contact with the patient’s family and/or significant others to provide information, support, and continuity of care.
- Maintained an accurate and updated medical record, including all Interdisciplinary notes, Plans of Care, initial and on-going assessments and any other information pertinent to the care of the patient.
- Performed on-going review and follow up on assigned patient clinical records to assure quality services are provided, standards of practice are followed, and compliance with policies, procedures and regulatory requirements is met and maintained.
- Practiced infection control measures and standard precautions.
- Maintained a high level of knowledge pertaining to the management of pain and symptoms in the dying process.
- Participates in the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Program.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
Registered Nurse/Pool-Float
North Broward Hospital
12.2016 - 01.2020
- Assumed principal responsibility for the total nursing care.
- Assessed patient condition, administered medications, changed dressings, monitored vital signs, kept complete records, and provided patients with support and education.
- Implementation and evaluation of each assigned patient.
- Provided care and treatment to ill, injured, and recovering adults.
- Became more specialized within the broad field of med-surg nursing, pursuing subspecialties such as orthopedics, neurology, wound care, and oncology.
- Assessed patient status and notified physicians of clinical changes.
- Educated patients and family members of healthcare needs.
Director of Nursing/ Manager
Almost Family Home Health
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Developed maintained, and implemented nursing policies and procedures that conform to current standards of nursing practice, facility philosophy, and operational policies while maintaining compliance with state and federal law and regulations.
- Communicated and interpreted policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitored staff practice and implementation.
- Developed/Led QIP within the organization to effectively initiate care among transitional patients.
- Evaluated the work performance of all nursing personnel, assisted in the determination of wage increases, and implemented discipline according to operational policies.
- Ensured delivery of compassionate quality care and nursing supervision as evidenced by adequate services and staff coverage on unit, absence of odors, general cleanliness, prevention of pressure wounds, and apparent maintenance of optimal resident functions.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Improved customer satisfaction scores by overhauling customer service protocols and training staff in customer engagement techniques.
- Exercised overall supervision of resident assessments and care plans.
- Overseeing or is responsible for the CNA, Registered nurses and QMA certification programs, competency testing, and all related records.
- Monitored staff for compliance with OSHA mandated and facility policies on workplace safety. Proactively developed procedures and incentives to promote workplace safety and safe work practices.
- Development and evaluation of patient plan of care in partnership with patient, representative (if any) and caregivers.
- Provided services ordered by physician as indicated in the plan of care; and prepared clinical notes.
- Participated in agency sponsored in-service training.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
Registered Nurse
PSA Healthcare, Pediatric Services
05.2010 - 06.2016
- Responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care in accordance with the development of care plan and physicians’ orders for each individual patient while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.
- Responsible for the delivery and coordination of quality patient care in compliance with physician orders.
- Observed and assessed patient condition and care needs.
- Reported changes in condition to the supervisor and/or physician as appropriate.
- Documented all activities, assessments, nursing actions, responses and coordination of care in a timely manner.
- Developed, implemented and updated nursing care of plan.
- Taken appropriate nursing action based on assessment and achieved expected outcomes.
- Recognized changes in patient needs and responses requiring intervention and implemented care to prevent risk and/or reduce risk.
Registered Nurse/Nursing Supervisor
Hillcrest Nursing and Rehab
01.2007 - 12.2015
- Coordinated staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage.
- Monitored compliance with resident record documentation requirements, as directed.
- Actively participated in the quality improvement process for the facility.
- Assisted nursing personnel to act in compliance with corporate policies and procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Directed day-to-day functions of nursing assistants in accordance with rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern long-term care facility.
- Provided supervision/counseling as needed to nursing staff.
- Admitted, transferred, and discharged residents as required.
- Maintained ongoing communications with physicians concerning resident care.
- Prepared and administered medications as ordered by the physician.
- Administered professional services such as; catherization, tube feedings, wound care, and assisting with range of motion exercises.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - DNP
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL12.2022
MSN/MHA - Science, APRN-FNP
Nova Southeaster University
West Palm Beach, FL08.2019
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ11.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser Career College
Miami, FL05.2012
License Practical Nurse Certificate -
Sheridan Technical
Hollywood, FL05.2007
Diploma -
Southside High School
Atlanta, GA06.2001
Skills
- Microsoft Processing
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Kinser
- Point Care
- Windows
- Problem solving ability
- Quality assurance
- Critical thinking skills
- Chronic disease management
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Preventive healthcare
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of ensuring transitional care patients receive care in a timely manner.
- Supervised team of 10 staff members as the Director of Nursing in the home health setting.
- Developed a clinical training incorporating a telephonic app/OCM system and presenting to a team of 50 practitioners.
Certification
- ANCC FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER CERTIFICATION
- BLS
- TRUSTBRIDGE NURSE OF THE YEAR AWARD 2019
Special Interests And Activity
- Football
- Basketball
- Jogging/walking
- Opera
- Ballet
- Musical theatre
- Reading
- Traveling
Language And Skills
- AANP Certified Nurse Practitioner.
- Proficient in Microsoft Processing, Excel, PowerPoint, Kinser, Point Care, Internet research, Windows.
- 10+ years experience in nursing profession.
- Compassionate.
- Excellent leadership skills.
- Problem solving ability.
- Critical thinking skills.
- English
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Prospero Health/ Landmark
12.2022 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner/Part-Time
Internist in Coconut Creek, Primary Care
06.2021 - 06.2022
Family Nurse Practitioner/ APRN
Wound Technology
02.2021 - 11.2022
Nurse Practitioner/APRN
Primary Wound Care Specialists, LLC
01.2020 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse/Pool-Float
North Broward Hospital
12.2016 - 01.2020
Director of Nursing/ Manager
Almost Family Home Health
06.2016 - 06.2017
Case Manager/ Nurse Practitioner
Hospice by the Sea/Trust Bridge
12.2012 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
PSA Healthcare, Pediatric Services
05.2010 - 06.2016
Registered Nurse/Nursing Supervisor
Hillcrest Nursing and Rehab
01.2007 - 12.2015
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser Career College
License Practical Nurse Certificate -
Sheridan Technical
Diploma -
Southside High School
Doctor of Nursing Practice - DNP
Florida Atlantic University
MSN/MHA - Science, APRN-FNP
Nova Southeaster University
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