Martha Paquette
Revere,USA
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Leader with a robust background in clinical resource management and multidisciplinary collaboration, adept at fostering educational support and strategic communication to empower diverse populations. Track record in developing tailored care plans and enhancing team dynamics, committed to cultivating the academic success and professional growth of future healthcare leaders. Engage with multidisciplinary teams to streamline workflows and ensure holistic care, promoting optimal outcomes and fostering a supportive learning environment. Highly organized, with the ability to juggle multiple simultaneous projects, set priorities, and delegate tasks.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CLINICAL RESOURCE NURSE
Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program
Boston, MA
11.2011 - 01.2024
- Leveraged comprehensive assessment and triage expertise to identify patient needs, ensuring timely intervention and improved health outcomes for diverse populations in a clinical setting
- Implemented effective case management strategies, fostering strong client relationships, and facilitating access to vital healthcare resources, thereby enhancing patient satisfaction and continuity of care
- Evaluated treatment plans and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care, promoting optimal recovery and empowering patients through educational support tailored to their unique circumstances
- Elevated patient care by expertly managing clinical pages/resources across 19 clinics, ensuring seamless triage for both medical and psychiatric patients, which enhanced operational efficiency and care accessibility
- Streamlined pharmacy liaison processes by meticulously reviewing pharmacy vouchers and prior authorizations, enhancing medication reconciliation efforts, and reducing discrepancies in patient care
- Optimized communication processes by overseeing nurse line and refill line coverage, fostering a collaborative approach among clinicians and significantly improving patient support services
DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES
Hollywood Pavilion
Hollywood, FL
12.2009 - 10.2010
- Oversaw a multidisciplinary team of nursing professionals, fostering collaboration, and enhancing patient care through effective communication and mentorship, ultimately improving clinical outcomes in a high-pressure environment
- Developed and implemented comprehensive educational programs for nursing staff, enhancing their clinical competencies, and ensuring adherence to best practices, which contributed to a culture of continuous professional development
- Coordinated and executed research initiatives, translating complex findings into actionable strategies that informed clinical practices and promoted evidence-based care within the institution
- Established and maintained rigorous infection control protocols, significantly reducing healthcare-associated infections, and ensuring a safe environment for both patients and staff
DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES
High Point Treatment Center
Cooper City, FL
06.2009 - 11.2009
- Supervised and mentored a diverse team of nursing professionals, enhancing clinical performance through targeted education and mentorship, ultimately fostering a culture of excellence in patient care and professional development
- Designed and implemented comprehensive training programs as Staff Educator, equipping nursing staff with essential skills in infection control and performance improvement, thereby elevating overall healthcare standards
- Coordinated quality assurance initiatives as the PI Coordinator, systematically identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategic interventions that strengthened operational efficiency and patient safety
- Cultivated effective communication and interpersonal relationships among staff and patients, ensuring a supportive and collaborative healthcare environment that promoted professional growth
Education
RN Diploma - NURSING
Mount Auburn Hospital
Cambridge, MA05-1974
Skills
- Educational Program Development
- Nurse/Refill Line Coverage
- Evaluation & Planning
- Trauma Care
- Organization Skills
- Patient-Centered Communication
- Healthcare Management
- Case Management
- Telehealth
- Patient Assessment & Triage
- Treatment Planning
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Nursing Education
- Staff Training and Development
- Quality Assurance
- Resource Coordination
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Client Relationship Building
- Crisis Intervention
- Documentation & Reporting
- Exceptional People & Communication Skills
- Electronic Health Records System (Epic)
- Standard Office Equipment (Fax, Copiers, Multi-Task Telephone System)
Certification
- Registered Nurse in the State of Massachusetts, RN License #126090
- Board Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, #096565, American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Addiction Specialist Certification, #4341, American Academy of Health Care Providers in Addictive Disorders
Earlier Work Experience
- Nursing Supervisor, Whittier Pavilion, Haverhill, MA
- Psychiatric Nurse/Substance Abuse Nurse, Emergency Department, Cambridge Health Alliance-Whidden Memorial Hospital, Everett, MA
- Psychiatric Nurse, Emergency Room, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA
- Director of Nursing Services, North Charles Institute for the Addictions, Somerville, MA
- Director of Nursing, Beech Hill Hospital, Dublin, NH
- Nurse Manager, Community Substance Abuse Centers, Hudson, NH
Timeline
CLINICAL RESOURCE NURSE
Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program
11.2011 - 01.2024
DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES
Hollywood Pavilion
12.2009 - 10.2010
DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES
High Point Treatment Center
06.2009 - 11.2009
- Registered Nurse in the State of Massachusetts, RN License #126090
- Board Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, #096565, American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Addiction Specialist Certification, #4341, American Academy of Health Care Providers in Addictive Disorders
RN Diploma - NURSING
Mount Auburn Hospital
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