Ann Fiorta

Part time clinical nursing instructor in community health nursing. Facilitating and assisting with providing students with the opportunity to focus on the role of the nurse in the community, while emphasizing the nurse as an educator, collaborator, and advocate. Facilitation of implementing clinical skills and using the nursing process for health promotion with a focus on disease management and prevention.

Clinical nurse in the medical step down unit where I plan, deliver and evaluate nursing care to adult patients experiencing acute illness and complications from multiple co morbidities and diverse needs.

Active participant in unit based initiatives and activities that enhance and improve patient care while promoting evidence based practice and adhering to hospital policy and JCAHO standards.

Lead and facilitated the development of PI projects including a multidisciplinary project on a nurse driven palliative care screening tool.

unit based stroke champion and assist with staff education.

Co chair the unit based TeamSTEPPS action council. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve communication and patient safety. TeamSTEPPS Master Trainer and participated in Regional training as a presenter.

Patient Experience Champion and co chair of the committee within the CARE program

Co chair of the nursing department professional practice council and critical care practice council.

Work with management to facilitate and implement unit based initiatives.

• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.

• Answered student inquiries and resolved problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites.
• Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
• Conducted academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
• Assisted students in selecting courses to align with interests and abilities.