Mary J. LeDoux
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
CAREER SUMMARY Dedicated Healthcare professional offering 15 years of acute care experience, facilitating top-quality patient care to individuals and families. Skilled in conducting physical examinations, reviewing medical histories and coordinating referrals for specialist care. Highly qualified and board certified nurse-practitioner driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes. In-depth knowledge of Epic Medical Record Software.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital
Virginia Beach, VA
11.2012 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
Registered Nurse
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
Virginia Beach, VA
10.2007 - 11.2012
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA12.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sentara School of Health Professions
Chesapeake, Virginia 10.2007
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Examination
- Creative Problem Solving
- Compassionate and Caring
- Clear Patient Communication
- Preventive Healthcare
- Student Precepting
- Microsoft Office
Certification
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) | State of Virginia 2/2022 Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) | Board Certified (FNP-C) 2/2027 Virginia Board of Nursing #0024183834 2/2023 NPI #1306592530 Registered Nurse (RN) | State of Virginia #0001210352 11/2023 Advanced Cardiac Life Support | American Heart Association 10/2023 Pediatric Advanced Life Support | American Heart Association 10/2023 Basic Life Support |
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital
11.2012 - Current
Registered Nurse
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
10.2007 - 11.2012
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sentara School of Health Professions