Compassionate LPN with Diverse Public Health Expertise

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DEBORAH A. COX, LPN, MPH

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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Mass LPN License

• Excellent communication, organizational and computer skills

• Stamina and skills to assist resident, client, patient and staff in emergencies

• Compassionate, community-minded professional with Train the Trainer Certification:

* CPR*Grief *Suicide Prevention * Post Traumatic Stress Mental Health

* Mediation, Mental Health * Domestic Violence *Alcohol and Substance Abuse

* Violence Prevention * Cross Cultural Communications EDUCATION

2019 BOSTON COLLEGE, Connell School of Nursing Chestnut Hill, MA RN Refresher Certificate

2001 BOSTON UNIVERSITY, School of Public Health Boston, MA Master Public Health Social and Behavioral Health

1995 SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE, School of Human Services NH Bachelors of Science

1977 BOSTON CITY HOSPITAL, School of Practical Nursing Boston, MA LPN Certificate

CURRENT CERTIFICATIONS

Mental Health First Aid Trainer, Massachusetts Center for Community Action CPR Instructor & CPR/AED/BLS Certifications, American Red Cross Grief after Suicide Facilitator, South Boston Trauma Response Team/Boston Community Health Alliance Community Preparedness, Boston Public Health Commission Business Planning, Center for Women and Enterprise Parent Advocate, Federation for Children with Special Needs Digital Literacy Certificate, Vine Street Community Center Certified Life Coach, Coach Training Alliance

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Substitute Teacher Certification, Substitute Teaching Institute of Utah LPN

GREATER BOSTON HH AND REHAB June 2020 - July 2025

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in home health and rehabilitation settings in accordance with physician orders and care plans

• Administer medications, injections, and IV therapy as permitted by scope of practice

• Perform wound care, dressing changes, ostomy care, and monitor healing progress

• Monitor and record vital signs, blood glucose levels, intake/output, and patient responses to treatment

• Assist with rehabilitation goals by supporting physical, occupational, and speech therapy plans

• Educate patients and families on disease management, medication compliance, safety, and self-care techniques

• Observe, assess, and report changes in patient condition to RNs, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members

• Document nursing care accurately in electronic health records (EHR) following state and agency regulations

LPN

AVEANNA HEALTHCARE Quincy, MA

July 2019 – May 2020

• Member of a nursing team who provide Covid Testing via Fallon Ambulance Service in the field to many clients across Massachusetts.

• Observe and report changes in patient status to supervising RN, physician, and care team promptly

• Educate patients and families on care techniques, medication administration, and infection prevention

• Accurately document nursing interventions and patient responses in electronic health records

• Ensure patient safety, infection control, and compliance with agency policies and state regulations

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support individualized care goals

• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality (HIPAA), and compassionate patient-centered care

• Support continuity of care while fostering a safe, nurturing home environment BLUE HILLS HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER Stoughton, MA Staff Nurse July 2019 – June 2020

• Responsible for the day-to-day care of patients, administering medication, watching for changes in overall health status and reporting such changes to the RN and healthcare team. ROGERSON ADULT DAY CARE PROGRAM Roxbury, MA

Nurse Educator &Certificate of Appreciation Recipient 2005 – 2007

• Coordinated and conducted community education seminars for adults and families HARBORVIEW SKILLED NURSING FACILITY South Boston, MA CUSHING MANOR REST HOME Dorchester, MA

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Nurse Administrator, Assistant Director of Nursing, Staff Development Coordinator 2003-2008

• Provided leadership and comprehensive operational management for this community-based, non-profit, skilled nursing facilities that provided disability services to a diverse, intergenerational population

• Planned and conducted orientation, training and skills development for all nursing personnel; maintained records per state licensure and education requirements

• Certificate of Recognition recipient for securing 100% passing score state inspection at both facilities MULTI - AGENCY EMPLOYMENT Boston, MA

Private Duty Nurse, Direct Nursing 1980 – 2000

• Provided all aspects of in-home care for adults with terminal illnesses and medically fragile individuals

• Participated in interdisciplinary treatment planning, implementation, documentation and coordination LEMUAL SHATTUCK HOSPITAL Boston, MA

Staff Nurse: Locked Psyche Ward 1979-1981

BOSTON CITY HOSPITAL Boston, MA

Staff Nurse: Medical Surgical, Orthopedics and Primary Care Triage 1976 – 1980

• Recognition Awards recipient for demonstrating Leadership, Community Outreach and Team Spirit ***.****@*****.*** – P 3

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DAC ENTERPRISES INC Boston, MA

Founder & Executive Director 2010 - present

• Lead all aspects of day-to-day operations for this small, non-profit, community-based organization that offers programming for women and families

• Manage all communications with constituents and funding sources regarding programs and activities that foster lasting friendships, promote positive images, create opportunities for empowerment and multigenerational learning

• Personally conduct a wide range of training sessions including: Health & Wellness, CPR DAC CONSULTATION Boston, MA

Certified Life Coach 2011 – present

• Provide one-to-one personal life coaching experience/process as an independent consultant

• Lead clients through a defined process that allows for a review of specific issues and concerns to discover obstacles and challenges with the goal of formulating a course of action to implement such that clients make a life of what is wanted

INSTITUTE ON BEHAVIOR & ATTITUDE CHANGE Boston, MA Educational Trainer & Community Award Recipient 2005 – 2016 4

• Assisted at-risk youth achieve personal fulfillment by providing guidance and counseling services to make successful personal, educational and occupational life plans

• Developed and implemented educational curriculum for a community-based organization serving families

• Provided outreach, recruitment and training; worked with families and individuals to support empowerment, conflict resolution, education and deal with social justice issues and concerns BOSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS (BPS) Boston, MA

Substitute Teacher, K-8 Grades 1996 - 2015

• Prepared at all time to follow the lesson plan of the designated teacher as closely as possible and or teach my own materials in the absence of a lesson plan.

• Maintained a level of discipline in the classroom conducive to good learning

• Additional roles included working within the BPS system as a para-professional, per diem, cluster or long term substitute teacher

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS and COMMUNITY SERVICE

Board Member, Garrett Pressley Autism Resource Center Member, New England Regional Black Nurses Association Member, NAACP Member

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Member, American Association of Notaries Notary Public Member, Boston Public School Parent Council

Advocate, Federation for Special Needs

Member, Comcast Boston Neighborhood Network Producers Group Producer & Host “Straight Talk with Debbie Cox” - live cable television talk show series

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