Elizabeth Cefalu
Phoenix,MD
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a strong background in clinical nursing, recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Expertise in patient education and advanced practice regulatory knowledge supports the successful implementation of evidence-based practices. Known for exceptional communication and teamwork abilities, effectively adapting to dynamic environments to enhance patient care outcomes. Committed to continuous improvement in patient care quality and operational efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Clinical Nurse, Lutherville ASC
Johns Hopkins Surgery Center Series
Lutherville, MD
01.2024 - Current
- Provided leadership during times of high stress or emergency situations by maintaining a calm demeanor while directing personnel accordingly.
- Participated in budget development activities related to staffing levels, supplies, equipment purchases.
- Coordinated patient care plans and supervised nursing staff to ensure quality of care.
- Actively participated in team meetings to discuss current cases and situations and brainstorm solutions.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to clinical staff, ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards.
- Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of diseases within the healthcare facility.
- Supervised junior nursing staff and nursing students, providing mentorship and guidance.
Prep/Pacu Nurse, Lutherville ASC
Johns Hopkins Surgical Center Series
Lutherville, MD
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Performed needs assessment and is currently standardizing and streamlining the Lutherville Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) work flows to align with JHSCS policies, procedures, and patient care standards.
- Acts as a liaison between staff and nurse manager to solve issues immediately and efficiently.
- Manages day-to-day operations in the Prep/PACU including patient flow, provider issues, and patient/family concerns.
- Collaborated with nursing educator to develop an orientation blueprint for the education and training of new hires. Precepts new hires and manages the onboarding process including badge access, pyxis access, point-of-care testing, payroll issues, and staffing/scheduling conflicts.
- Supports adherence to infection control guidelines by resuming hand hygiene audits. Feedback is provided to staff, in real time, to meet benchmark standards.
- Nurse lead on a quality improvement project to re-design the Inter Operative Lens (IOL) selection, ordering, and storage process.
- Implemented the use of "Visit Contacts" communication tool within EPIC to facilitate real-time communication with family members during perioperative care period to drive optimal patient and family experience and expedite the discharge process.
- Provides guidance and mentorship to clinical staff on both clinical care and professional development.
- Responsible for the development and maintenance of daily, weekly, and monthly audits to ensure adherence to JHSCS and Joint Commission regulations.
- Develop a six-week staff schedule to ensure adequate staffing across all shifts.
Prep/PACU Nurse, Green Spring Station (GSS)
Johns Hopkins Surgical Center Series
Lutherville, MD
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Worked on the inaugural team that was responsible for launching the Johns Hopkins Surgical Center Series. Major responsibilities included collaboration with inter-disciplinary team that created policies, procedures, and standards of care.
- Collaborated with the team to create the overall work flow of the ASC Prep/PACU and oriented pediatric nursing staff to adult nursing standards.
- Created the charge nurse role at the ASC and developed Prep and PACU work flows.
- Participated as an integral part of the interdisciplinary health care team in providing the highest quality care to the perioperative patient experience.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Assessed patients to ensure they meet surgical criteria to safely proceed with surgery.
- Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Facilitated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
Prep/PACU Nurse
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, MD
08.2014 - 06.2019
- Provided care to a diverse surgical population including neurosurgery, orthopedics, trauma and kidney transplant patients throughout the perioperative care period.
- Communicated with surgeons, anesthesia providers, staff, family and patients to provide superior and safe surgical experience.
- Conducted pre-operative nursing assessments and provided post-anesthesia care to patients following surgical procedures, including vital sign, patient monitoring, and medication administration.
- Received and performed orders from providers related to patient-care throughout the perioperative care period.
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Greater Baltimore Medical Center
Towson , MD
12.2012 - 12.2014
- Provided evidence-based nursing care to critically ill patients with a variety of medical conditions.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments and therapies administered and reported any untoward outcomes to the medical team.
- Collaborated with the multi-disciplinary team to formulate treatment plans for critically ill patients.
- Provided compassionate care to patients and families facing critical illness and end-of-life.
Registered Nurse, Medical Intermediate Care Unit
University Of Maryland Medical Center
Baltimore, MD
07.2011 - 12.2012
- Cared for critically ill patients with a broad range of medical conditions.
- Identified changes in patient conditions and reported them to the medical team in a timely manner.
- Educated patients and families about critical care procedures, treatments, and medications.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing -
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN12-2026
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Towson University
Baltimore, MD05-2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston – Clear Lake
Clear Lake, TX08.1997
Skills
- Dedicated Professional
- Meticulous Attention to Detail
- Proficient in Verbal and Written Communication
- Inspires Team Performance
- Effective Resource Utilization
- Monitoring Compliance Practices
- Guidance and Support
- Proficient in EPIC Op-Time Platform
- Experienced Nursing Supervisor
Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award 4 time nominee 2024
- Armstrong Safety Award Winner 2024
Affiliations
- Customer Service Training, Give 'em the Pickle, 2025
- Joint Commission Readiness Training, Lutherville Olympics, 2024
Timeline
Lead Clinical Nurse, Lutherville ASC
Johns Hopkins Surgery Center Series
01.2024 - Current
Prep/Pacu Nurse, Lutherville ASC
Johns Hopkins Surgical Center Series
07.2023 - 01.2024
Prep/PACU Nurse, Green Spring Station (GSS)
Johns Hopkins Surgical Center Series
06.2019 - 07.2023
Prep/PACU Nurse
Johns Hopkins Hospital
08.2014 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Greater Baltimore Medical Center
12.2012 - 12.2014
Registered Nurse, Medical Intermediate Care Unit
University Of Maryland Medical Center
07.2011 - 12.2012
Master of Science in Nursing -
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston – Clear Lake
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Towson University
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