Lorencia V.A. De Roché
Brooklyn,United States
Summary
Motivated and reliable professional nurse with experience in medical, surgical, neurological and neurosurgery, orthopedic, pediatric, emergency and maternal and child nursing. I am eager to apply my versatile background and contribute to a thriving and supportive organization. Excellent communication skills, attention to details and a valuable team member.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Ministry of Health (St. Vincent and the Grenadines)
05.2019 - 12.2024
- Coordination of shifts and allocation of staff members ensuring smooth and effective delivery of patient and client care and transition of shift.
- Using the nursing process for delivery of patient care through triage or inpatient care.
- Administration of Medication through various routes.
- Organize and conduct patient rounds with doctors for inpatients and make sure orders are done.
- Conducting testing for optimum patient care. Covid Testing, EKGs, HbA1c and Lipids test.
- Performed procedures to manage in the continuity of patient care Intravenous cannulation, nasogastric insertion, and urinary catheterization.
- Conduct inventory audits, manage stock levels, organize for fortnightly orders from suppliers.
- Teaching and updating staff of current nursing care and trends.
- Resolution of conflicts among clients for effects services and among staff members fostering good team spirit and work relationship.
Midwife
Ministry of Health (St. Vincent and the Grenadines)
01.2022 - 01.2024
Campus Nurse
University of the Southern Caribbean
06.2012 - 09.2013
- Administered first aid and emergency care to students and staff.
- Educated students on health topics, including nutrition and disease prevention.
- Monitored immunization records and ensured compliance with health regulations.
- Provided support during health screenings and assessments for student populations.
- Advocated for students'' access to quality medical care by working closely with community partners such as hospitals, clinics, and specialists when necessary referrals were required.
- Improved student health by providing timely and efficient medical care on campus.
- Contributed to a positive learning environment by addressing the physical, emotional, and mental health needs of students.
- Maintained accurate records of student immunizations, allergies, and other pertinent medical information to ensure seamless care provision when necessary.
- Provided support for students experiencing personal or family crises, connecting them with appropriate resources as needed.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
Senior Registered Nurse
Community Hospital
09.2009 - 06.2012
- Led nursing teams in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans based on comprehensive patient assessments.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing their clinical skills and promoting best practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and streamline hospital processes.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for adverse reactions or side effects.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing hospital-acquired infections through diligent oversight.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Reduced medication errors by regularly reviewing prescriptions and ensuring accurate administration.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families through open communication channels and regular updates on progress made during treatments or procedures.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and physicians, ensuring timely communication of important information.
Staff Nurse, Pediatric
Ministry of Health
12.2005 - 12.2008
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to established protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, monitoring vital signs and responding promptly to changes in patient conditions.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing their clinical skills and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Implemented quality control measures, improving patient outcomes through systematic evaluation of care processes.
- Led initiatives to enhance infection control practices, contributing to a safer healthcare environment for patients and staff.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
- Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
Education
Associate degree - Midwifery
SVG Community College
Largo Height, Kingstown ,St. Vincent 06-2025
Diploma - Registered Nursing
SVG Community College
Certificate - Supervisory Management
UWI, SVG Open Campus
Certificate - Health Care Management
UWI, SVG Open Campus
Certificate - Health Care Leadership
UWI, SVG Open Campus
Certificate - Health Quality
UWI, SVG Open Campus
Certificate - Primary Health Care
UWI, SVG Open Campus
High School Diploma - undefined
Barrouallie Secondary School
Skills
- Exceptional teamwork and communication skills
- Capable of working under stress
- Attention to Detail
- Competent in decision making and ardent in administrative duties
- Compassion caregiver
- Excellent at Wound Care
- Patient education
- Patient safety
- Medication and IV administration
- Infection control measures
- Family education
- Patient counseling
Certification
- Registered Professional Nurse New York #N02934
- Midwife, St. Vincent and the Grenadines #M904
- Registered Nurse, St. Vincent and the Grenadines #RN0904
- Registered Nurse, Trinidad and Tobago #RN8829
Timeline
Midwife
Ministry of Health (St. Vincent and the Grenadines)
01.2022 - 01.2024
Staff Nurse
Ministry of Health (St. Vincent and the Grenadines)
05.2019 - 12.2024
Campus Nurse
University of the Southern Caribbean
06.2012 - 09.2013
Senior Registered Nurse
Community Hospital
09.2009 - 06.2012
Staff Nurse, Pediatric
Ministry of Health
12.2005 - 12.2008
Diploma - Registered Nursing
SVG Community College
Certificate - Supervisory Management
UWI, SVG Open Campus
Certificate - Health Care Management
UWI, SVG Open Campus
Certificate - Health Care Leadership
UWI, SVG Open Campus
Certificate - Health Quality
UWI, SVG Open Campus
Certificate - Primary Health Care
UWI, SVG Open Campus
High School Diploma - undefined
Barrouallie Secondary School
Associate degree - Midwifery
SVG Community College
Writer
Wrote several health and food articles for the SVG Mission of Seventh-day Adventist weekly newsletter
Kindergarten Teacher
Richland Park SDA Primary School (2017 – 2018) Worked with Kindergarten children teaching them literacy and numeracy skills
Awards
Most outstanding midwifery student (2024), Award for outstanding Performance in Registered Nursing Program (2006), A Grade for Supervisory Management Program (UWI) (2020), A- Grade for Health Care Management (2020), A Health Care Leadership (UWI, SVG Open Campus) (2022), A Health Quality (UWI, SVG Open Campus) (2022), A+ Primary Health Care (UWI, SVG Open Campus) (2021)
Interests/Hobbies
Cooking, writing recipes, researching and writing