Francis Ssempebwa
Salinas
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Nurse with extensive experience at Salinas Valley State Prison, excelling in clinical decision-making and proactive health management. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective health education. Proven ability to lead teams and mentor new staff, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Nurse
Salinas Valley State Prison
04.2011 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented potential health crises by conducting thorough screenings during intake processes for new inmates.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Correctional Nurse
Wasco State Prison
08.2008 - 03.2011
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each inmate.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a clean and organized work environment in accordance with established protocols.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Served as a mentor and preceptor to new nursing staff members, contributing to their professional growth and development within the specialized field of correctional nursing.
- Safeguarded medication administration process by adhering to stringent security procedures and regulations specific to correctional facilities.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA05-2004
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Support and education
- Clinical decision-making
- Detoxification support
- Conducting physical assessments
- Immunization administration
- Medication management
- Proactive health management
- Health education
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Health promotion education
- Behavioral health nursing
- Medical equipment operation
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Correctional Nurse
Salinas Valley State Prison
04.2011 - Current
Correctional Nurse
Wasco State Prison
08.2008 - 03.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mount Wachusett Community College
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