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)
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)
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
01.2022 - 01.2024
Campus Nurse
University of the Southern Caribbean
Maracas, St. Joseph, Trinidad And Tobago
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
Cocorite, Trinidad And Tobago
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
St. Vincent And The Grenadines
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