Expertise:
Intravenous therapy; Patient care; Health and nutrition
Major Product/SVS:
Residential drug administration and pharmaceutical services
Hobbies/Sports:
Supporting the Chicago Bears and the New York Mets; Decorating cakes; Playing with her cats and dogs
Education Degrees:
Registered Nurse, Pittston Hospital School of Nursing (1980)
Affiliations Awards:
National Home Infusion Association; Wyoming Chapter Number One, Order of the Eastern Star
Charity:
Girl Scouts of the USA; Care and Concern Free Health Clinic
Number Of Years In Profession:
31
Number Of Years In Current Position:
11
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her passion for and dedication to helping others, as well as her willingness and ability to continue learning.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she was inspired by her mother, who was also a nurse. She began her career in health care by volunteering as a candy striper.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Coordinating care between patients' physicians and the agency; Administering intravenous therapy to patients in their homes; Managing case files; Working with insurance companies when necessary; Assisting the Pharmacists
Education Certifications:
Certification in Home Infusion; Certification in Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Insertion; Certification in Chemotherapy Pediatrics; Certification in Nutritional Support; Certification in Cardiac Telemetry; Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support; Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Joseph plans to experience continued professional growth and begin teaching others.