COURTNEY GULLO
Wilmington
Summary
Dedicated Cardiac Surgery Step RN with over four years of experience delivering high-quality patient care in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to manage complex patient cases while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Eager to further develop expertise in cardiac care and management, contributing to innovative practices that improve patient health and recovery. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth within the dynamic field of cardiac nursing.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Penn Medicine: University of Pennsylvania Health System
02.2022 - Current
- Administered patient care plans and monitored vital signs in cardiac step-down unit.
- Management of post-operative patients from days 0-discharge; heparin/insulin drips, chest tubes/epi-cardial pacer wires.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and safety protocols.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and heart health management strategies.
Clinical Services Coordinator/Medical Assistant
Penn Medicine: University of Pennsylvania Health System
12.2010 - 05.2022
- Perform EKG's, Cardiac Stress Testing using treadmill exercise, and Holter Monitor placement/interpretation/data scan
- Dual role duties include checking patient vital signs, monitoring EKG changes, greeting patients upon arrival, check in/check out process for appointments, managing and handling patient calls and inquiries coordinating and scheduling appointments
- Administrative duties with no on site manager, duties include but not limited to: maintaining and ordering office stock, template placement for physician schedules, organizing office structure as growth continues, problem solving between physicians/technicians/directors.
Epic EMR Abstractor and Trainer
Penn Medicine: University of Pennsylvania Health System
03.2010 - 12.2010
- Key member of EPIC team assisting in implementing EPIC as the health systems new EMR
- Travel to various offices to assist with EPIC workflow training and problem solving while following all HIPAA/OSHA/CLIA regulations
- Demonstrate proficiency in training all levels of staff to ensure the abstraction and workflow of EPIC were standard system wide
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Chester University
West Chester, PA05-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delaware County Community College
Media, PA12-2021
Skills
- Proficient in patient support initiatives
- Highly interactive personality with proven leadership abilities showcasing time management/critical thinking
- ACLS, Hemodynamic Monitoring, EKG Interpretation, Post-Op Care, Cardiac Rhythms, Wound Care, Telemetry, Pacemaker Management
- Delivers results in high-pressure environments
- Proficient in utilizing EPIC for patient records
Certification
- PA Board of Nursing - RN748348 August 2021 - Present
- ACLS/BLS-Maintained active for current position
- CITI Social & Behavioral Research September 2021 - Present
Timeline
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Penn Medicine: University of Pennsylvania Health System
02.2022 - Current
Clinical Services Coordinator/Medical Assistant
Penn Medicine: University of Pennsylvania Health System
12.2010 - 05.2022
Epic EMR Abstractor and Trainer
Penn Medicine: University of Pennsylvania Health System
03.2010 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Chester University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delaware County Community College