Deirdre Lamoureux
New Haven,Connecticut
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Yale New Haven Hospital
12.2021 - Current
- Developed and delivered various training courses for staff's on-going education needs.
- Enabled career advancement through creation of competency-based certifications tied to specific job roles within organization.
- Performed new-hire orientation and training
- Enhanced professional development programs by conducting thorough needs assessments and aligning offerings with organizational goals.
- Contributed to organizational success by empowering employees with skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to excel in their roles and drive performance improvements.
Clinical Nurse Educator
Sacred Heart University
09.2017 - Current
- Supervised students during clinical practices, offering feedback and suggestions for improvement while building confidence
- Supervised and supported nursing students throughout clinical rotations.
Clinical Nurse Educator
Southern Connecticut State University
09.2016 - 05.2023
- Supervised students during clinical practices, offering feedback and suggestions for improvement while building confidence
- Supervised and supported nursing students throughout clinical rotations.
- Evaluated clinical staff performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous growth.
- Utilized adult learning principles to adapt teaching methods according to individual learner needs, maximizing comprehension and retention of material presented.
Interim Performance Improvement/Safety Coordinator
Yale New Haven Hospital
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted Safety Coordinators and Clinical Outcome Leaders with Fall Risk Assessments
- Performed Chart Reviews
- Developed Vital Sign Audit tool
- Educated staff on Oxytote.
- Gathered information, and prepared reports
Registered Nurse
ICU, Yale New Haven Hospital
01.1999 - 12.2021
- Level III on the clinical ladder of nursing
- Strong ICU knowledge
- Precept new nursing staff
- Role model, mentor, clinical resource
- Transition COACH for new graduate RN's during off shift
- Delivered comprehensive patient care by performing physical evaluations, administering medications, providing IVs and supporting disease management
- Responded to life-threatening emergencies in focused and effective manner
- Bed charge and clinical charge for a 30 bed ICU.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse
VNA Community Healthcare
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Performed home visits for clients and patients
- Maintained safe, caring environments for patients and families
- Conducted home visits for patients with a multitude of conditions.
Skills
- Innovative
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Clear Communication
- Coaching and Development
- Organizational Development
- Training delivery
- Best Practices Implementation
License Certification
- Registered Nurse, Connecticut, 1999, Present
- BLS Certification, American Heart Association, 2020, Present
Professional Organizations Committees
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses (2001-2021)
- South Central Chapter of AACN (2001-2021)
- The Madi Ponte Foundation Committee member (2001-present)
Accomplishments
- eCART 2024
- Mobile Heart Beat Secondary Notification, 2023
- Alarm Fatigue, Alarm Management; Patient Safety Initiative (May, 2015)
- Nurse Driven ICU Insulin Drip Protocol: The MICU Experience. Poster and Lecture presentation (Horizons, 2006, and National League for Nursing Convention, 2006)
- Mechanical Ventilation Protocol in the MICU. Poster Presentation (Horizons, 2004)
Timeline
Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Yale New Haven Hospital
12.2021 - Current
Interim Performance Improvement/Safety Coordinator
Yale New Haven Hospital
11.2020 - 12.2021
Clinical Nurse Educator
Sacred Heart University
09.2017 - Current
Clinical Nurse Educator
Southern Connecticut State University
09.2016 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
VNA Community Healthcare
04.2016 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse
ICU, Yale New Haven Hospital
01.1999 - 12.2021