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Violet Hooker

Fremont,Michigan

Summary

38 Years of experience in diverse types of nursing. Worked as an RN in med/surg and ICU in the hospital, as a supervisor and assessment coordinator at a skilled nursing facility, medication clinic nurse, taught classes for a company that operated group homes, hospice nurse case manager, and most recently as an educator at a career technical center. Passionate about helping people on their medical and educational journeys, as knowledge is power and assisting patients, families, and students gain knowledge empowers them to make the best choices for their lives.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Para Pro/Instructor

Newaygo County Regional Educational Service Agency, Health Occupations/Health Foundations
09.2010 - 04.2024
  • Started in Para-pro role for Health Science/CNA class.
  • Assisted with lesson preparation, 1:1 student assistance, and clinical rotations.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.

RN Case Manager

Heartland Hospice
09.2010 - 04.2015
  • Reduced status in September 2010 to on-call weekends through 2015.
  • Performed thorough admission assessments and weekly visits for caseload of 12 – 20 end of life patients.
  • This also included weekly interdisciplinary team meetings and supervision of CNAs assigned to a group of patients.
  • Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.

RN, Clinic Nurse

Newaygo County Mental Health
03.1999 - 02.2003
  • 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.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

CALVIN UNIVERSITY (formerly CALVIN COLLEGE)

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1985

Coursework. Member of National Honor Society Junior and Senior year - undefined

Western Michigan Christian High School

Skills

  • Excellent collaborator with patients and health care team
  • Critical thinker with focus toward prevention
  • Empathetic
  • Proficient in nursing and assessment skills

Timeline

Para Pro/Instructor

Newaygo County Regional Educational Service Agency, Health Occupations/Health Foundations
09.2010 - 04.2024

RN Case Manager

Heartland Hospice
09.2010 - 04.2015

RN, Clinic Nurse

Newaygo County Mental Health
03.1999 - 02.2003

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

CALVIN UNIVERSITY (formerly CALVIN COLLEGE)

Coursework. Member of National Honor Society Junior and Senior year - undefined

Western Michigan Christian High School
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