Armelle Francois
Taunton
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with 9 years of diverse healthcare experience in hospital, mental health, pharmacy, and community settings. Expertise in patient assessments, individualized care plans, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in HIPAA compliance, electronic health records (EHR), and care coordination to enhance patient independence and safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Worker
Taunton State Hospital
Taunton
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized plans of care.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments to identify changes in physical, behavioral, and emotional status, facilitating timely care adjustments.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living while promoting independence, dignity, and safety.
- Provided education on treatment plans, medications, and healthy coping strategies, empowering patients to engage in their recovery.
- Fostered therapeutic relationships through application of person-centered care principles, enhancing patient trust and engagement.
- Reported significant changes in patient condition to nursing staff and providers to support timely interventions.
- Administered prescribed medications and documented interventions accurately in electronic medical records.
- Followed crisis intervention protocols while ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance.
Pharmacy Technician
PharMerica
Boston
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality.
- Collaborated with pharmacists and healthcare providers to facilitate timely medication delivery, enhancing patient care continuity.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic documentation systems.
- Assisted with medication reconciliation and inventory management, contributing to quality patient care and medication safety.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Boston
10.2018 - 10.2021
- Coordinated communication among pharmacists, physicians, and patients to ensure effective medication therapy management.
- Educated patients on prescription medications and pharmacy procedures to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Documented prescription information accurately in electronic systems to maintain patient safety and compliance.
- Maintained confidential patient health information according to HIPAA standards.
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Beaverbrook Step
Brookline
01.2014 - 07.2017
- Assisted with activities of daily living while promoting independence and person-centered care.
- Assisted with implementing individualized support plans based on each person's needs.
- Monitored health status, promptly reported changes to supervisors and healthcare providers to ensure timely interventions.
- Supported individuals with developmental disabilities in residential and community settings to enhance quality of life.
- Educated individuals on self-care, safety, and daily living skills.
- Maintained detailed documentation of care provided and individual progress.
- Collaborated with caregivers, families, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive care plans.
Education
Nursing (LPN) -
LTI; Lincoln Tech; Lincoln Educational Services; LCT
Lincoln, RI05-2026
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Crisis Intervention
- Crisis Management
- Individualized Care Planning
- Patient Advocacy
- Care Coordination
- Patient & Caregiver Education
- Medication Management
- Behavioral Intervention
- Discharge Planning
- Home Health & Community-Based Care
- Documentation
- Progress Notes
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- HIPAA Compliance
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Time Management
- Organization
- Communication
Certification
- Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multistate LPN License
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Languages
English - Fluent
Haitian-Creole - Fluent
French- Moderate
Timeline
Mental Health Worker
Taunton State Hospital
06.2023 - 06.2025
Pharmacy Technician
PharMerica
10.2021 - 10.2022
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
10.2018 - 10.2021
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Beaverbrook Step
01.2014 - 07.2017
Nursing (LPN) -
LTI; Lincoln Tech; Lincoln Educational Services; LCT