Kishma Martin-Jesuca
Worcester,MA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse with over 20 years in diverse healthcare settings, seeking a role in a progressive home hospice agency to provide compassionate and effective care, ensuring the highest quality of life and support for patients and their families.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse to Registered Nurse
St. Vincent Hospital Physicians Services
04.2011 - 05.2024
- Performed general nursing care following established standards and procedures
- Conducted telephone/in-person triage of symptoms with approved care plans
- Maintained patient records and ensured confidentiality
- Coordinated Device Clinic for 400 patients
- Educated patients and families about health status, maintenance, and chronic condition management
Weekend Supervisor/Infection Control/Assistant Staff Development
Salmon Health and Retirement (Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center at Northborough)
09.2015 - 06.2020
- Supervised nursing care plans and unit personnel
- Conducted in-service training for nurses and attendants
- Maintained a sanitary and safe environment for patients/residents
- Coordinated with doctors, clergy, family members, and other resources to meet patient needs
- Monitored vital signs, intake/output, and documented patient care actions
- Managed infection control and collaborated with agencies for hospice care
Licensed Practical Nurse
UMass Memorial Medical Center
Worcester, MA
04.2004 - 04.2011
- Assisted with advanced endoscopic procedures and patient assessments
- Administered medications and treatment therapies according to policy
- Aided in patient admission, discharge, and transfer processes
- Developed and evaluated care plans, teaching, and discharge planning
- Collaborated with other health care providers to ensure continuity of care
Licensed Practical Nurse
Culture Care Staffing Inc
Swansea, MA
04.2004 - 11.2010
- Administered medications and performed treatment therapies
- Documented patient care and reported symptoms, reactions, and lab results to physicians
- Complied with facility policies and collaborated with agencies for hospice care
Licensed Practical Nurse/Unit Manager
Sunbridge Care and Rehabilitation
Milford, MA
05.2002 - 04.2004
- Coordinated care on a 41-bed Medicare/Medicaid unit
- Supervised Certified Nursing Assistants and Nurses
- Participated in interdepartmental team care planning
- Maintained patient stability and documented care actions
Education
Diploma Nurse Program -
Brockton Hospital School of Nursing
Brockton, MA05.2020
Practical Nursing Program -
Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School
Taunton, MA05.2002
Chemistry
UMass Dartmouth
Dartmouth, MA12.1998
Associate Degree in Science and General Studies -
Fisher College
Boston, MASkills
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Educating families
- Direct Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Telephone Triage
- Medication Administration
- Electronic Medical Records
- Device Monitoring
Licensure/Certification
- Registered Nurse [RN2340937]
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Weekend Supervisor/Infection Control/Assistant Staff Development
Salmon Health and Retirement (Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center at Northborough)
09.2015 - 06.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse to Registered Nurse
St. Vincent Hospital Physicians Services
04.2011 - 05.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
UMass Memorial Medical Center
04.2004 - 04.2011
Licensed Practical Nurse
Culture Care Staffing Inc
04.2004 - 11.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse/Unit Manager
Sunbridge Care and Rehabilitation
05.2002 - 04.2004
Diploma Nurse Program -
Brockton Hospital School of Nursing
Practical Nursing Program -
Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School
Chemistry
UMass Dartmouth
Associate Degree in Science and General Studies -
Fisher College
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