Lourdes Desameau
Registered Nurse
Haverhill,MA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients in high-stress situations while developing strong relationships with patients and families.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
10.2020 - Current
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, while also being readily available to other staff members as charge nurse
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries
Substitute School Nurse
Stoneham Public Schools
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in healthcare delivery to continuously improve the quality of nursing services provided in the school setting.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
Home Health Aide
Home Instead Senior Care
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Traveled to clients' homes to provide healthcare services and promote continuity of care. Maintained records of patient care, condition, progress or problems to report, and discussed observations with supervisor or case manager.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Patient Care Associate
Massachusetts General Hospital
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Provided patients with personal hygiene assistance
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep nurses informed of changes. Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Performed Blood sugars/blood draws. Performed ECG monitoring.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emmanuel College
Boston, MA 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bunker Hill Community College
Charlestown, MA 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Stoneham High School
Stoneham, MA 05.2001 -
Skills
Fluent in French, Haitian creole, English Proficient in Medical Spanish
Team worker & quick learner Quick to adapt to a new environment
BLS certified
Epic/Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word)
Timeline
Substitute School Nurse
Stoneham Public Schools
09.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
10.2020 - Current
Patient Care Associate
Massachusetts General Hospital
05.2019 - 10.2020
Home Health Aide
Home Instead Senior Care
01.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emmanuel College
05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bunker Hill Community College
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Stoneham High School
05.2001 -