Leslie M. Taylor
Spencer,MA
Summary
I am a dedicated and compassionate forensic nurse with a master’s degree in forensic nursing and over 20 years of experience in women's health and critical care. Extensive expertise in working with victims and families affected by violence, trauma, and domestic violence, with over a decade of specialized experience as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE). Possesses strong mental health awareness, ensuring holistic, trauma-informed care that addresses both physical and psychological needs. Known for reliability, meticulous attention to detail in forensic evidence collection, and a collaborative approach to working with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to advocating for vulnerable populations and providing comprehensive, empathetic support for those impacted by violence
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopy RN
UMass Memorial
12.2021 - Current
- Educated patients on procedures and facility processes.
- Conducted pre-op calls to review specific instructions prior to surgery and post-op calls to improve patient satisfaction, answer questions and address new or worsening symptoms.
- Administered medication to patients according to facility protocols.
- Studied contraindications, lab results, allergies and potential interactions before administering patient medication and treatments according to physician orders.
- Recovered patient from anesthesia to perform discharge teaching.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Pulled supplies for specific patient needs and treatments.
- Performed patient assessment, VS monitoring, IV insertion and other routine procedures and documented in electronic medical record to support interdisciplinary care.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
UmassMemorial Medical Center
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Adjunct Faculty
Anna Maria College
08.2017 - 05.2022
- To provide clinical instruction, education and supervision to senior nursing students in the clinical settings.
- To provide education using simulation lab to Nursing 4 students in Maternity and pediatrics.
- Worked closely with lead course professor to develop and implement Maternity curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Identified academic strengths and obstacles and developed instructional techniques to accommodate different learning styles.
- Advised students in academic matters to improve successful course completion.
- Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Impartially evaluated papers, projects and homework assignments of students, delegating grading to teaching assistants when appropriate.
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner: Consultant
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
05.2009 - 05.2022
- Responsibilities include care of a victim of sexual assault age 12 and older.
- Collaborate with physicians, police departments and Rape Crisis Counselors with in the Central Massachusetts region.
- Included in these responsibilities is the interview of the victim, evidence collection, collaboration with physicians for prophylactic medical treatment of STD's, pregnancy and post-traumatic stress and possible testimony in cases that are brought to trial.
- Report of all assaults mandated by guidelines for Elder abuse, Health Care Quality Report, 51 A for children 18 and younger, disabled persons, and weapon reports.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and forensic workshops.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Adjunct Faculty:
Becker College
08.2017 - 05.2021
- To provide clinical instruction, education and supervision to nursing students in the clinical settings.
- Provide clinical instruction to nursing first year nursing students in the clinical lab.
- Maternity guest lecturer in the classroom setting.
- Impartially evaluated papers, projects and homework assignments of students, delegating grading to teaching assistants when appropriate.
- Employed variety of teaching techniques to encourage student engagement and cater to diverse learning modalities.
- Stayed abreast of developments within Maternity/Medical Surgical to improve curriculum, develop new research and share with colleagues and students
- Identified student strengths and weaknesses to create tailored learning activities, including assessment and documentation activities.
- Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
Peri anesthesia Nurse
UMass Memorial Hospital-Memorial
03.2018 - 08.2020
- Providing evidence based care of the patient in the pre-anesthesia setting, preparing of patient for surgery, intake, phlebotomy and infusion care.
- Immediate post-anesthesia setting, emergence, Phase1 and 2.
- Care of the critically ill surgical patient
- Collaboration and communication with staff, such as anesthesia, nursing, phlebotomy, doctors and ancillary staff for the highest level of care that can be given to patient.
- Evaluated patient's level of pain, implementing effective medications and pain management techniques.
- Educated patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
- Prepared, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for patients through each step of surgical procedure.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Education
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner -
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT12.2026
Masters - Forensic Nursing
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA05.2024
Bachelor's Degree - Nursing
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA05.2017
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Certification -
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Boston, MA05.2009
Associates Degree - Nursing
Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA12.2002
Skills
- Trauma-informed care
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Legal Terminology
- High attention to detail
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Critical thinker
- Patient and family advocacy
- Emotional Support
- Client Confidentiality
- BLS, ACLS, PALS
Affiliations
- Member, International Forensic Nurses Association, 2020 to current
- Member, Sigma Alpha Pi, 2017 to Current
- Member, Sigma Theta Tau, 2018 to Current
- Member, Massachusetts Nurses Association, 2005 to Current
- Member, American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants, 2020 to current
Timeline
Endoscopy RN
UMass Memorial
12.2021 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
UmassMemorial Medical Center
02.2021 - 12.2021
Peri anesthesia Nurse
UMass Memorial Hospital-Memorial
03.2018 - 08.2020
Adjunct Faculty
Anna Maria College
08.2017 - 05.2022
Adjunct Faculty:
Becker College
08.2017 - 05.2021
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner: Consultant
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
05.2009 - 05.2022
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner -
Sacred Heart University
Masters - Forensic Nursing
Fitchburg State University
Bachelor's Degree - Nursing
Fitchburg State University
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Certification -
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Associates Degree - Nursing
Quinsigamond Community College
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