Licensed Practical Nurse Correctional & School Nursing
Resume:
ESTHER GONSALVES, LPN
Manhattan, MT *****
406-***-**** • **********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Compassionate, results-driven Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in correctional healthcare, correctional law enforcement, school nursing, home health, hospice, acute care, and long-term care. Proven healthcare leader with expertise in healthcare management, correctional operations, staff supervision, curriculum development, policy and procedure development, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, emergency preparedness, and staff education. Recognized for strengthening clinical and operational performance, building collaborative multidisciplinary teams, improving patient and staff safety, and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in diverse, high-acuity environments.
EDUCATION
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School – Fitchburg, MA
Associate Degree in Business Management
Massasoit Community College – Brockton, MA
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
IV Therapy Certification
Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor
Reiki Practitioner
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Belgrade School District Belgrade, MT School Nurse August 2025 – June 2026
Assessed and managed student illnesses, injuries, and chronic health conditions.
Administered medications and responded effectively to medical emergencies.
Collaborated with parents, healthcare providers, and school staff to promote student health and safety.
Maintained accurate health records while ensuring compliance with school health policies and state regulations.
Private Nursing Care. Licensed Practical Nurse January 2022 – Present (PRN)
Delivered skilled nursing care in clients' homes, promoting independence and quality of life.
Administered medications, monitored patient conditions, and provided wound care and health assessments.
Partnered with families, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate individualized care plans.
Maintained thorough documentation and ensured continuity of care.
Teton Home Care Plus, LLC Jackson, WY. Owner / Operator November 2016 – December 2021
Founded, owned, and managed a licensed private home care agency employing up to 15 caregivers.
Oversaw daily operations including staffing, scheduling, payroll, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and quality assurance.
Provided direct nursing care while maintaining exceptional client satisfaction and regulatory standards.
Developed policies and procedures that promoted safe, efficient patient care.
St. John's Medical Center Jackson, WY
Licensed Practical Nurse September 2016 – July 2017
Delivered patient-centered nursing care in a hospital setting.
Administered medications, monitored patient conditions, and documented clinical findings.
Performed wound care and collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to support positive patient outcomes.
Elder Care Advisor Jackson, WY
Head Nurse November 2016 – December 2017
Supervised and scheduled a team of 10 caregivers providing in-home patient care.
Conducted patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
Delivered direct nursing care while ensuring quality standards and regulatory compliance.
Served as the primary liaison between families, caregivers, and healthcare providers.
Federal Medical Center Devens Devens, MA
Licensed Practical Nurse 2013 – 2016
Provided nursing care within a federal correctional medical facility.
Administered medications, performed wound care, and responded to medical emergencies.
Maintained detailed patient records and collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Ensured compliance with correctional healthcare policies and standards.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Massachusetts Department of Correction
Director, Employee Assistance Services Unit 2009 – 2015
Directed statewide employee assistance programs serving more than 5,000 employees.
Managed peer support, substance abuse, suicide prevention, crisis intervention, and domestic violence initiatives.
Coordinated training, program implementation, and policy development.
Training Instructor Supervisor/Curriculum Development– Staff Development 2004 – 2009
Designed and delivered training programs for new and experienced correctional staff.
Mentored employees and promoted professional development and workplace safety.
Correctional Officer / Correctional Officer II 1989 – 2016
Maintained safety and security in minimum-, medium-, maximum-security, and pre-release correctional facilities.
Responded effectively to emergencies while demonstrating professionalism under pressure.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Patient Assessment
Medication Administration
Wound Care
Home Health
School Nursing
Correctional Nursing
Emergency Response
Chronic Disease Management
Care Planning/Coordinating Care
Patient Advocacy
Regulatory Compliance
Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Documentation
Team Collaboration
Staff Leadership & Supervision
Staff Education, Curriculum & Training Development
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Kid's Room Coordinator
Correctional Peace Officer Foundation June 2021 – Present
Coordinate activities and provide support for children of fallen correctional officers during memorial events.
References available upon request.
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