James F. Carey BA, BSN-RN
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Objective
Currently seeking a position that will allow me to further develop my nursing skills and knowledge.
Experience
7/2018- 7/2022 Health Care Resource Center/Baymark
Chelsea, MA
Nurse Supervisor/Manager
-Assess patients daily for ability to receive prescribed methadone dose.
-Maintain patient confidentiality pursuant to HIPPA and CSAC protocols and guideline
-Communicate with medical staff and counselors regarding patients and new orders
- Respond properly and professionally to all patients regardless of background and illicit drug activity
-Utilize proper decision-making skills to ensure the safety of patients at all time
2020-2022 Fallon Ambulance Roxbury, MA
Covid-19 Vaccinator (Reggie Lewis Center) (site closed)
-Follow all policies and procedures relating to the administration of Covid-19 vaccine.
-Document all vaccines provided
-Scheduled all 2nd appointments for Pfzizer vaccine
-Maintained and wore all required PPE and face masks.
-Maintained a safe and clear vaccination site.
09.2015 –7/2018 (HCRC) Health Care Resource Centers Chelsea, MA
Clinical Nurse
- Work in corporation with the Director of Nursing to ensure a steady flow of patients into the clinic
- Complete daily assessments, annuals, pregnancy appointments and other duties as assigned.
- Maintain medical appointment schedule to ensure timely completion of all yearly screens and appointments as they arise.
- Maintain patient confidentiality pursuant to HIPPA and CSAC protocols and guidelines
- Respond properly and professionally to all patients regardless of background and illicit drug activity.
- Communicate with medical staff and counselors regarding patients and new orders and ongoing pt change of status.
10/2013 – 09/2015 Health Care Resource Centers
Registered Nurse/Dispensary
-Assess patients daily for ability to receive prescribed methadone dosage.
-Maintain patient confidentiality pursuant to HIPPA and CSAC protocols and guidelines
-Communicate with medical staff and counselors regarding patients and new orders
-Respond properly and professionally to all patients regardless of background and illicit drug activity
-Utilize proper decision-making skills to ensure the safety of patients at all time.
03/2015 – 6/2016 BrightStar Care
Registered Nurse (Home Care) Danvers, MA
-Provide skilled nursing care in the home as ordered on the plan of care.
-Communicate with on call providers as needed to ensure proper care.
-Function as a team member demonstrating collaboration with, and responsibility to the patient, physician and health care team.
-Adhere to all company documentation policies and procedures.
01/2014 – 03/2015 Epic Health Services (Americare)
Registered Nurse (Homecare) Waltham, MA
-Provide skilled nursing care in the home as ordered on the plan of care.
-Function as a team member demonstrating collaboration with, and responsibility to the patient, physician and health care team
-Adhere to all company documentation policies and procedures
10/2013 - 2015 Occuvax, LLC
Flu Clinic Nurse (Contractor) Boston, MA
- Provide a safe environment to those receive influenza vaccine.
- Ensure that patients are properly identified prior to immunization
- Screen for contraindication for influenza vaccine
- Enact emergency protocol when needed, i.e. allergic reaction, vasovagal episodes.
- Obtain signatures and ensure patient documentation is complete and accurate
07/2013 – 1/2014 NaphCare, Inc. (Suffolk County House of Correction)
Registered Nurse Boston, MA
- Assess inmates on a regular basis.
- Administered assigned/prescribed medications as well as PRNs.
- Document via SOAP notes to ensure proper care and communication is maintained.
- Perform emergency call requests to the varying units within the house of correction.
- Communicate with correction officers in order to maintain safety of both nursing staff and inmates
05/2013 – 07/2013 Annemark Nursing and Rehabilitation
Registered Nurse Revere, MA
- Performed assessment on assigned patients daily.
- Administered medications pursuant to medication orders.
- Communicated with providers and staff when/if change of status occurred.
- Accurate documentation in EMR.
- Assign and delegate to the proper staff assignments duties appropriate to their training and certification.
09/2011 – 5/2013 Tufts Medical Center Phlebotomist/Send out lab Boston, MA
- Assisted in the scheduling/rescheduling of staff as
required per shift to ensure coverage of inpatient and outpatient
blood collection sites.
- Guaranteed that all medical center policies are adhered to by staff.
- Promoted a spirit of group cohesion in order to gain maximum output from staff during shift.
- Addressed all questions and concerns relating to specimens, tests, phlebotomy services, and all central receiving area processing requests.
- Performed phlebotomy duties as requested to ensure all specimens are collected pursuant to collection protocol.
-Responded to medical staff problems relating to phlebotomy collections and all concerns.
9/2008-7/2010 Health Training Center
Course Instructor Cambridge, MA
- Taught 15-week courses in Phlebotomy, Medical Terminology, and Practicum
(success strategies) to adult students enrolled in the Medical Assisting and Phlebotomy
Certificate Programs.
- Developed and delivered lectures and labs to classes ranging in size from 6 - 20.
Classroom management - able to teach a diverse student body with varying levels of academic
and clinical experiences.
- Responsible for timely grading, attendance, midterm progress reviews, and final clinical evaluations.
2/2004- 9/2011 Joslin Diabetes Clinic Boston, MA
Clinical Research Technician/Phlebotomist – Pediatrics
- Performed blood collection techniques on all pediatric patients.
- Assisted in a national five-year study on type 2 diabetes in children.
- Provided professional service to patients at all times ensuring a safe and relaxing environment
- Maintained patient confidentiality at all times pursuant to rules and regulations (HIPPA)
- Performed numerous venous and capillary draws on patients of all ages.
- Assisted each summer at diabetes camps for children, assisting medical staff.
Education
07/2021 – 3/2022 Laboure College Milton, MA
BSN Program
09/2010-12/2012 Laboure College Milton, MA
Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) License Awarded: 3/29/2013
01/2008 - 12/2008 Bunker Hill CC Charlestown, MA
Nursing prerequisite courses
01/2002- 04/2002 Medical Professional Institute Malden, MA
Phlebotomy Training Program
09/1999-05/2001 Suffolk University Boston, MA
B.A., Paralegal Studies
04/1996-05/1999 Middlesex Community College Bedford, MA
A.S. Liberal Studies
Minor: Paralegal Studies
01/1991-04/1991 Northeastern University Burlington, MA
Emergency Medical Technician
Certification
- CPR (American Heart Association)
Peripheral IV Certification (4/8/14: Boston College)