VickieSue Keldani
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with strong customer service and computer skills. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and collaborate effectively in medical teams. Experience in infection control, nursing, and health promotion ensures a safe environment for patients. Committed to achieving organizational goals while upholding professional standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Celebration Villa of Jensen Beach
Jensen Beach, Florida
09.2025 - Current
- Supervised medication administration and controlled clinical documentation accuracy.
- Scheduled nursing coverage and adjusted assignments based on resident needs.
- Monitored infection control practices and reinforced safety procedures throughout care areas.
- Conducted resident assessments and updated care plans with interdisciplinary input.
- Trained nursing staff on standards, policies, and daily care routines.
- Communicated with families, physicians, and leadership about resident status.
- Reviewed compliance records and supported surveys, audits, and corrective actions.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians, families, staff members, and other healthcare professionals.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
- Implemented infection control measures according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop best practices for patient care delivery.
- Ensured proper orientation of new hires as well as ongoing training for existing staff members.
- Monitored adherence to hospital policies, procedures, protocols, and accreditation standards.
- Provided leadership support during times of crisis or emergency situations.
- Investigated incidents reported by staff members or patients and families.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing personnel.
- Assessed staffing needs based on patient census and acuity levels.
- Developed and implemented strategies to promote patient safety and quality care outcomes.
- Provided guidance to department supervisors regarding clinical practice standards.
- Created policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Coordinated the planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of nursing care plans.
- Maintained accurate records of staffing assignments and patient data according to established guidelines.
- Coordinated medical and health services in compliance with government regulations and policies set by board of trustees.
- Served as a mentor for new graduates entering into the field of nursing.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
- Oversaw changes in healthcare delivery systems to enhance service efficiency. in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Brookdale Jensen Beach
Jensen Beach, Florida
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Supported resident care planning with Brookdale Jensen Beach nursing team.
- Administered medications and maintained accurate clinical records to ensure high-quality resident care.
- Trained nursing staff on Brookdale standards, policies, and daily care routines.
- Completed resident assessments and revised care plans with interdisciplinary input.
- Scheduled nursing coverage and adjusted assignments based on daily resident needs to optimize care delivery.
- Communicated with families, physicians, and Brookdale leadership about resident status.
- Monitored infection control practices and reinforced safety procedures throughout care areas.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop best practices for patient care delivery.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
- Investigated incidents reported by staff members or patients and families.
- Provided leadership support during times of crisis or emergency situations.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing personnel.
- Developed and implemented strategies to promote patient safety and quality care outcomes.
- Provided guidance to department supervisors regarding clinical practice standards.
- Coordinated the planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of nursing care plans.
Wellness Nurse
Brookdale Senior Living
Jensen Beach, FL
11.2021 - 04.2025
- Explained holistic approaches to alleviate depression and anxiety, including meditation and yoga, to enhance patient well-being.
- Created individualized care plans for each patient based upon his or her health needs.
- Discussed such topics as proper nutrition and lifestyle changes to help patients live healthier lives.
- Delivered compassionate care to residents in a 111-resident assisted living facility, fostering a supportive environment.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions to improve overall care and support for patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Signature Home Now
Stuart, FL
11.2019 - 01.2022
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Conducted home visits to assess patient needs and provide care, including wound care, vital sign monitoring, and medication management.
- Assessed individual home care needs through detailed evaluations and documentation reviews.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Adjusted patient care plans based on ongoing evaluations and changes in patient conditions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
LPN/RCC
Senior Living
Port Saint Lucie, FL
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Ensured timely and accurate documentation of health care in compliance with Brookdale policies and federal and state regulations.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Performing routine functional and psycho-social status of new residents and participating in development of personal service plan
- Also delegates nursing tasks to direct care staff in compliance with Nurse Practice Act in areas of basic health care and proper documentation.
- Ordered lab work and scheduled appointments with doctors, patients and families to discuss results.
- Educated families and patients on current facility procedures, medical diagnoses and best courses of action.
- Hired and trained 10 staff members on facility policies, patient care, and medication distribution to enhance team effectiveness.
- Created staff and care schedules for meals, events, bathing, medication distribution and visiting hours.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Encouraged patient engagement in safe physical activities to enhance mood and support overall wellness.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brookdale
Port Saint Lucie, Port St. Lucie, FL
01.2012 - 10.2020
- Assessed functional and psycho-social status of new residents, collaborating in development of personalized service plans
- Ensured accurate and timely healthcare documentation in line with Brookdale policies and federal and state regulations
- Delegated nursing tasks to direct care staff, ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act in basic health care and documentation.
Scheduler
TOTAL HOME HEALTH CARE
Stuart, FL
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Scheduling of clinicians and clients
- Coordinated employee availability and customer schedules to maximize appointment load and service delivery.
- Streamlined crew scheduling by managing processes within contractual restrictions, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Conferred with managers, sales teams and engineering personnel to revise plans and achieve demanding targets.
- Visited patients' homes to deliver personalized care and support.
Surgical Specialist
Treasure Coast
Port Saint Lucie, FL
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Assisted in breast biopsies
- Provided wound vac care to promote healing and comfort for patients, dressing changes, suture and staple removal
- Supported minor surgeries in office to enhance patient care
- Conducted patient work ups, managed computer scheduling, maintained EMAR, and answered phones to streamline office operations
Student Nurse
Jupiter Restoration and Rehabilitation
Jupiter, FL
01.2009 - 01.2009
- Provided morning care, assisted with activities of daily living, dietary needs, and ambulation rehabilitation to enhance patient comfort and recovery
- Collaborated with speech therapist, physical therapist, and occupational therapist to support patient rehabilitation goals
- Maintained patient quality of life through implementation of toileting program and proper positioning
- Logged clinical hours to track patient care activities
Student Nurse
Lawnwood Hospital
Fort Pierce, Ft. Pierce, FL
01.2009 - 01.2009
- Completed clinical hours in medical surgery unit, contributing to patient care and safety
- Pre and post op prep and teaching, maintaining infection control, provided emotional support, Clinical hours Medical Surgery
- Administered medication, conducted vital signs and accuchecks, supported patients with AM care and ADLs
- Administered medication to patients, V/S, provided AM care, ADLs
- Monitored skin integrity using Braden scale to assess risk for pressure ulcers
- Monitor therapeutic effect
Student Nurse
Wound Care Center
Stuart, FL
01.2009 - 01.2009
- Completed clinical hours in patient care settings, enhancing practical nursing skills.
- Monitored vital signs and prepared patients for wound care procedures.
- Assisted with wound care for stages I-III, contributing to patient recovery.
Education
PN -
Medvance Institute
Stuart, FL01-2010
High School Diploma -
Port St. Lucie High School
Port St. Lucie05-1996
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Indian River Comm. College
Fort PierceSkills
- Nursing Licenses
- PN
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Nursing management
- Clinical care oversight
- Care planning
- Patient assessment
- First aid and CPR
- Patient Care Assessment
- Medication management
- Patient safety protocols
- Infection control
- Isolation Precautions
- Sterilization techniques
- Emergency response
- Home healthcare
- Documentation accuracy
- Schedule preparation
- Team coordination
- Staff management
- Clinical staffing
- Nursing oversight
- Staff mentoring
- Family engagement
- Patient education
- Patient communication
- Vital sign monitoring
- Vital Signs
- First aid and CPR
- EMR software
- EMR Systems
- Compliance audits
- Wellness programs
- Acute care
- Home healthcare
- Hospital nursing
- Hospice care
- Caregiving
- Technician supervision
- Condition monitoring
- Procedure preparation
- Health information privacy
- Critical thinking
- Clinical staffing
- Isolation Precautions
- Emergency response
- Technician supervision
- Condition monitoring
- Sterilization techniques
- Health information privacy
- Intramuscular Injections
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Celebration Villa of Jensen Beach
09.2025 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Brookdale Jensen Beach
05.2025 - 09.2025
Wellness Nurse
Brookdale Senior Living
11.2021 - 04.2025
LPN/RCC
Senior Living
11.2020 - 10.2021
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Signature Home Now
11.2019 - 01.2022
Scheduler
TOTAL HOME HEALTH CARE
12.2016 - 12.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brookdale
01.2012 - 10.2020
Surgical Specialist
Treasure Coast
01.2010 - 01.2012
Student Nurse
Jupiter Restoration and Rehabilitation
01.2009 - 01.2009
Student Nurse
Lawnwood Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2009
Student Nurse
Wound Care Center
01.2009 - 01.2009
PN -
Medvance Institute
High School Diploma -
Port St. Lucie High School
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Indian River Comm. College