VIGELINE JACQUES
Houston
Summary
Doctor of Nursing Practice-prepared Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive healthcare experience in rehabilitation medicine, long-term care, and employee health. Expertise in comprehensive patient assessments, chronic disease management, and interdisciplinary care coordination with a strong record of improving patient outcomes and reducing hospitalizations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner – Rehabilitation Medicine
COMPREHENSIVE REHAB CONSULTING
Houston
03.2023 - Current
- Perform comprehensive musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional assessments in rehabilitation and skilled nursing settings.
- Develop individualized treatment plans focused on pain management, functional recovery, and quality-of-life improvement.
- Perform joint injections and trigger point injections to manage chronic pain and improve mobility.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nursing staff, and case managers to coordinate interdisciplinary care.
- Conduct peer-to-peer reviews and provide clinical recommendations supporting appropriate patient care.
- Educate patients and families regarding rehabilitation goals, treatment options, and chronic disease management.
Employee Health Nurse Practitioner
TRUSTBRIDGE HOSPICE
West Palm Beach
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Evaluated and treated employee illnesses and occupational injuries while ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Managed employee health screenings, immunization programs, communicable disease prevention, and return-to-work evaluations.
- Developed wellness initiatives focused on injury prevention, employee safety, and workforce health promotion.
- Collaborated with organizational leadership and regulatory agencies to maintain compliance with healthcare standards.
- Provided crisis intervention, counseling support, and employee assistance referrals.
- Participated in Environment of Care and Safety Committees, recommending system-wide improvements to workplace safety.
Nurse Practitioner Faculty (Part-Time)
SOUTHEASTERN COLLEGE
West Palm Beach
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Delivered classroom and clinical instruction for nursing students.
- Developed lesson plans and learning activities aligned with curriculum objectives.
- Evaluated student performance through clinical assessments, examinations, and assignments.
- Mentored future nursing professionals and promoted evidence-based practice standards.
- Assisted with curriculum development and program improvement initiatives.
Nurse Practitioner – Long-Term Care
OPTUM HEALTH / UNITEDHEALTH GROUP
West Palm Beach
04.2018 - 01.2021
- Served as primary healthcare provider for geriatric patients in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, established diagnoses, and developed individualized treatment plans.
- Reduced unnecessary hospitalizations through proactive disease management and close interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory studies, diagnostic testing, and specialty consultations.
- Educated patients and families regarding treatment options, medication management, and end-of-life care planning.
- Assigned ICD-10 diagnoses and maintained accurate clinical documentation.
Assistant Nurse Manager – Neurological Intensive Care Unit
DELRAY MEDICAL CENTER
Delray Beach
01.2011 - 03.2018
- Provided leadership and clinical oversight for an 8-bed neurological intensive care unit.
- Supervised nursing staff, coordinated patient care activities, and promoted quality improvement initiatives.
- Recruited, trained, and mentored nursing personnel while supporting staff development.
- Led departmental meetings and educational programs to improve clinical performance and patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to manage complex critically ill patients.
Registered Nurse – Neuro Cardiac Step-Down Unit
DELRAY MEDICAL CENTER
Delray Beach
06.2009 - 01.2011
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in a 16-bed step-down unit.
- Managed complex patient populations and coordinated multidisciplinary care plans.
- Assisted with onboarding and orientation of newly hired nursing staff.
Registered Nurse – Neuro Cardiac Telemetry Unit
DELRAY MEDICAL CENTER
Delray Beach
06.2007 - 06.2009
- Monitored cardiac patients, collaborating with physicians to implement timely interventions for clinical changes.
- Delivered patient-centered nursing care in 40-bed telemetry unit, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Facilitated staff orientation and developed unit-based education initiatives to enhance team competency.
Education
Post-Master's Certificate - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Washburn University
Topeka, KS12-2024
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Family Nurse Practitioner
Palm Beach Atlantic University
West Palm Beach, FL12-2017
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
Palm Beach Atlantic University
West Palm Beach, FL08-2016
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
South University
West Palm Beach, FL06-2007
Associate of Science - Allied Health
South University
West Palm Beach, FL06-2005
Skills
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Chronic Disease Management
- Pain Management
- Geriatric Care
- Preventive Care
- Family Practice
- Clinical Documentation
- ICD-10 Coding
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Quality Improvement
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Infection Control
- Risk Management
- Employee Health
- Leadership & Staff Development
- Patient Education
Certification
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Texas
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Florida
- Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (AANP)
- DEA Registration – Active
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – Current
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner – Rehabilitation Medicine
COMPREHENSIVE REHAB CONSULTING
03.2023 - Current
Employee Health Nurse Practitioner
TRUSTBRIDGE HOSPICE
01.2021 - 02.2023
Nurse Practitioner Faculty (Part-Time)
SOUTHEASTERN COLLEGE
10.2020 - 01.2022
Nurse Practitioner – Long-Term Care
OPTUM HEALTH / UNITEDHEALTH GROUP
04.2018 - 01.2021
Assistant Nurse Manager – Neurological Intensive Care Unit
DELRAY MEDICAL CENTER
01.2011 - 03.2018
Registered Nurse – Neuro Cardiac Step-Down Unit
DELRAY MEDICAL CENTER
06.2009 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse – Neuro Cardiac Telemetry Unit
DELRAY MEDICAL CENTER
06.2007 - 06.2009
Post-Master's Certificate - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Washburn University
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Family Nurse Practitioner
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
South University
Associate of Science - Allied Health
South University