NOLA SPAIN JEFFERSON
Saugus
Summary
Dynamic Psychiatric Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Innovine, excelling in advanced patient assessment and crisis intervention. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through culturally sensitive care and effective medication administration. Recognized for fostering collaborative care and implementing innovative treatment plans, ensuring optimal mental health support in challenging environments.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Innovine
Medford
03.2025 - Current
- Monitored patient mental health conditions and assessed treatment needs.
- Administered prescribed medications and managed patient medication schedules.
- Educated patients and families on mental health issues and treatment options.
- Documented patient observations and progress in electronic health records systems.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
- Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
- Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Nurse
Care Dimensions
Danvers
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients and their families.
- Conducted patient assessments to determine care needs and pain management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans.
- Educated families on caregiving techniques and emotional support strategies.
- Documented patient progress and communicated changes to healthcare providers.
- Conducted home visits regularly to assess patient's condition and provide necessary interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, treatments administered, medications given.
- Assisted in end-of-life decision making processes with respect to patient wishes.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including social workers, chaplains, and doctors to ensure quality care is provided throughout the hospice experience.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.w
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse - Correctional Psychiatric Service
Suffolk County Jail
Boston
01.2019 - Current
- Provided primary medical care to male and female inmates, ensuring high standards of care in a correctional setting.
- Involved with criminal justice system struggling with mental health and/or substance abuse.
- Documented inmate medical histories and conducted initial exams, diagnosing and treating acute illnesses and minor emergencies.
- Specialized in managing healthcare crises requiring immediate attention and intervention.
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapeutic agents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with medical protocols.
- Coordinated care with physicians, triaging patients based on acuity and ensuring timely interventions.
- Developed and implemented a COVID-19 treatment clinic within the facility, overseeing care for infected inmates.
- Monitored patients for negative changes in conditions and administered necessary treatments, including first aid and emergency care.
- Educated inmates on health issues, including addiction, recovery, and preventive health measures.
Registered Nurse
Boston Health Care for the Homeless
Boston
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Delivered direct nursing care to patients, ensuring all needs were met in accordance with Department of Health regulations and institutional policies.
- Advanced Patient Assessment
- Culturally Sensitive Care
- Emergency Response
- Medication Administration
- Critical Care Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Patient Monitoring
- Documentation and Charting
- Collaborative Care
- Clinical Protocols
- Correctional Health Care
- Infection Control
- Non-Opioid Pain Management
- Patient Education
- Health Care Coordination
- Pharmacy Operations
- Technology Proficiency
- Trauma and Surgical Care
- Regulatory Compliance
- Leadership and Delegation
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments, accurately documenting findings and reporting any significant changes to the healthcare team.
- Administered medications and treatments skillfully, monitoring patients for adverse reactions and adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Updated and maintained treatment records, ensuring accurate documentation of patient care, medications, and clinical interventions.
- Participated actively in patient rounds, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure seamless transitions between shifts, including delivering thorough patient reports and updates.
- Ensured strict confidentiality and compliance with all regulatory standards in the handling and management of patient records.
- Oversaw the completion of administrative tasks, including taking physician orders and verifying medication administration records for accuracy.
- Contract
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical Department
Mt. Auburn Hospital
Cambridge
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided comprehensive nursing care, including patient assessment, diagnosis, care planning, and intervention within the Medical-Surgical unit, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams and patients' families to develop and implement individualized care plans, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted in quality improvement initiatives, working alongside leadership to enhance patient care standards and improve unit protocols.
- Accurately documented patient assessments, treatments, and progress, maintaining up-to-date and compliant medical records in line with hospital policies.
- Monitored and interpreted patient data, adjusting care plans and interventions as necessary to address changes in condition.
- Delegated and coordinated patient care activities with inter-professional colleagues, ensuring efficient and high-quality care delivery across the unit.
- Contract
Registered Nurse
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Boston
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Administered evidence-based nursing care to oncology patients, including the safe administration of chemotherapy and blood transfusions, following established protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans, implementing and evaluating interventions based on patient responses and clinical needs.
- Educated patients and their families on chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and effective strategies for managing psychological and educational aspects of cancer care.
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation in compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements, ensuring proper record-keeping and adherence to standards.
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical Department
Wellesley Hospital
Newton
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Provide culturally sensitive, hands-on nursing care to patients in the medical-surgical department.
- Conduct patient assessments, plan and implement care, and evaluate patient outcomes to ensure high-quality care.
- Administer medications, IV therapies, and bedside care while maintaining accurate and detailed charting.
- Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care and timely interventions.
- Stabilize patients experiencing cardiac, stroke, or sepsis events by initiating hospital protocols.
- Perform emergency CPR and assist in critical care situations for diverse patient populations, including geriatric and pediatric patients.
- Manage patient care in crisis situations, coordinating with medical teams to ensure prompt treatment.
- Supervise and assist with procedures, ensuring safe administration of treatments and medications.
- Educate patients and their families on care plans and health management strategies.
- Monitor and document patient progress, making necessary adjustments to care plans based on patient responses.
Pharmacy Technician III
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston
01.1988 - 01.2019
- Prepared and compounded hazardous and non-hazardous medications, including pediatric chemotherapy, antibiotics, and hydration solutions, ensuring compliance with USP 800 guidelines and safety standards.
- Managed carousel drug dispensing and maintained accurate inventory counts, assisting pharmacists with the investigation of pharmaceutical products to support effective medication management.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to address and resolve discrepancies in medication orders, ensuring patient safety and accurate medication dispensing.
- Maintained and administered multiple databases for tracking medication and personnel records, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
Pharmacy Technician III
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Boston
01.1988 - 01.2019
- Compounded both hazardous and non-hazardous infusions, with a specialization in pediatric chemotherapy, adhering to strict safety and quality standards.
- Trained and supervised Pharmacy Technicians, ensuring adherence to sterile compounding protocols and maintaining high standards of accuracy and safety.
- Coordinated medication dispensing processes, collaborating closely with pharmacists and healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Managed medication inventory and addressed discrepancies in orders, contributing to efficient pharmacy operations and patient safety.
Education
Master of Science - PMHNP
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Laboure College
Milton, MA04-2023
Associate of Science -
Laboure College
Milton, MA12-2019
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Skills
- Advanced patient assessment
- Culturally sensitive care
- Emergency response
- Medication administration
- Critical care management
- Crisis intervention
- Patient monitoring
- Documentation and charting
- Collaborative care
- Clinical protocols
- Correctional health care
- Infection control
- Non-opioid pain management
- Patient education
- Health care coordination
- Pharmacy operations
- Technology proficiency
- Trauma and surgical care
- Regulatory compliance
- Leadership and delegation
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Massachusetts, #2339765, 12/25
- Pharmacy Technician License, Massachusetts, #4296, 2004-2019
- PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician, #22011020356687, 2001-Present
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, American Heart Association, 12/26
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification, American Heart Association, 12/25
Accomplishments
- Nurse of the Year Award: Recognized for exceptional patient care and clinical performance at Newton Wellesley Hospital (2023).
- Excellence in Patient Care: Awarded by Suffolk County Jail for outstanding management of acute and chronic conditions (2021).
- Pharmacy Technician of the Year: Honored at Dana Farber Cancer Institute for exemplary service and accuracy in medication management (2017).
References
Available Upon Request
Activities
- American Nurses Association (ANA): Active Member
- Community Health Volunteer: Provided health screenings and education to underserved populations
- Hospital Committee Member: Participated in committees for improving patient care protocols at Newton Wellesley Hospital
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Innovine
03.2025 - Current
Nurse
Care Dimensions
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Boston Health Care for the Homeless
01.2024 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical Department
Mt. Auburn Hospital
01.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
04.2022 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical Department
Wellesley Hospital
01.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse - Correctional Psychiatric Service
Suffolk County Jail
01.2019 - Current
Pharmacy Technician III
Brigham and Women's Hospital
01.1988 - 01.2019
Pharmacy Technician III
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
01.1988 - 01.2019
Master of Science - PMHNP
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Laboure College
Associate of Science -
Laboure College