Gerard Maiello, MSN, RN
Eastchester,New York
Summary
Innovative classroom lecturer bringing proven success in implementing technology-based curriculum delivery and assessment tools. Passionate about fostering academic development and success for every student. Committed and engaging, while bringing exceptional lecturing skills and expertise in nursing education. Gifted in engagement and guidance of students with three years in higher education.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor of Nursing
The College Of Mount Saint Vincent
The Bronx, NY
12.2021 - Current
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Strived to continuously update course strategies and content based on current trends and technological advancements in healthcare.
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Created and implemented high fidelity nursing simulation using Laerdal manikins to create interactive learning techniques to achieve maximum retention of objectives.
Clinical Lecturer
Iona College Nursing Program
New Rochelle, New York
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations, including visual, aural and social learning strategies.
- Utilized instructional technologies in course delivery (e.g., ATI and Safe Medicate) for both in-class and online instruction to engage and educate students.
- Advised on department hiring actions to help build cohesive and successful lecturing team.
- Graded assignments according to strict institutional policies and upheld guidelines for academic integrity while disciplining plagiarism and cheating accordingly.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Gave presentations on Health Assessment, Fundamentals, and Medical-Surgical Nursing to student classrooms using PowerPoint and Kahoot (for a formative assessment)
- Held weekly office hours to work with struggling students one-on-one and increase GPAs.
- Proficient in using ExamSoft/Examplify computer-based testing technology.
Instructor of Nursing
Concordia College
Bronxville, New York
12.2018 - 08.2020
- Strived to continuously update course strategies and content based on current trends and technological advancements in healthcare
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments
- Directly cared for patients at least 60 hours each month to maintain currency on clinical techniques
- Educated nursing students on successful methods for performing detailed physical assessment and sterile/clean techniques
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits
Registered Nurse- Home Care
Visiting Nurse Services of Westchester
White Plains, New York
07.2011 - 11.2018
- Assessed patient's needs in home care setting regarding their physical condition, psycho-social requirements, and assistance with activities of daily living
- Monitored patient's response to medication and various prescribed treatments
- Provided education relating to patient's condition and offer strategies to promote healthier life choices
- Accurately maintained patient records and extremely proficient in McKesson software
- Performed extensive wound care and provided education to patient and family members throughout dressing changes
- Performed thorough assessments during Start-of-Care, Resumption-of-Care, Discharges, and Revisits
- Liaised with patient's family members and offered guidance and support
Lead Staff Educator
Visiting Nurse Services Of Westchester
White Plains, New York
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Conduct classroom training through a variety of interactive media including PowerPoint presentations and online videos
- Provide clinical field instruction within patients' homes, which includes: Start-of-Care Procedures, infection control and correct nursing bag technique, and correct application of various wound care treatment modalities
- Instruct new hires how to document within the McKesson electronic health record correctly
- Provide continuing education and staff development in several key areas: evidence-based practice in wound care, Medicare Conditions of Participation, and Health Literacy Awareness
- Supervise and perform semi-annual evaluations for the educational staff
- Ensure classroom materials are current for regulatory and agency changes in policies and procedures
- Manage the preceptorship program by conducting train-the-trainer learning sessions throughout the year
- Provide continuing education classes for the home health aides
- Manage the computer-based training (CBT) for all the registered nurses regarding their annual mandatory courses
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments
- Coached underperforming employees to help meet clinical objectives
- Prepared and administered weekly examinations to test orienteer skills
- Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning
Education Facilitator
Visiting Nurse Services of Westchester
White Plains, New York
09.2012 - 02.2016
- Assisted lead staff educator with orientation preparation for new nursing employees
- Helped prepare training modules and update policy and procedure manuals periodically throughout the year
- Performed clinical instruction in the field for all new nursing staff during orientation
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating health literature from world cultures
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well orienteers were learning
Registered Nurse
White Plains Hospital
White Plains, New York
02.2010 - 07.2011
- Chronic patient care in med-surg/stroke/telemetry unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care to monitoring for 5-6 patients per shift
- Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability
- Developed rapport with patients, family, staff, and physicians
- Educated patients/families/caregivers on health care needs, conditions, and medications
Firefighter/E.M.T.
Eastchester Fire Department
Eastchester, New York
09.2001 - Current
- Responsible for the preservation of life, incident stabilization, and property conservation
- Facilitated appropriate resources to extinguish various types of fires
- Educated the public regarding fire prevention
- Responded to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at the scene
- Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues
- Monitored patients for changes, and reviewed and revised plans accordingly
- Promoted team effort when working with dispatch center, external public safety agencies and health care providers
- Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion
- Strictly protected the confidentiality of all information related to patient care activities and EMS operations
- Received EMS Class 1 Award in 2004 for swift, knowledgeable, and professional actions as well as personal proficiency and capability in this life saving operation
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Benedictine University
2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia College
2009
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Concordia College
1994
Skills
- Supervising students
- Completing physical assessments
- Ability to perform evaluations
- Mentoring proficiency
- Preceptor evaluation
- Teaching material preparation
- Medical/surgical nursing
- Evidence-based Teaching
- Clinical assignments
- Interventions
- Alternative learning styles
- Academic advisement
- Classroom assessment techniques
- Didactic instruction
- Clinical instruction
- Clinical agency relationships
Leadership
The Kathryn A. Oertle Award: Concordia College 2009
- The recipient of this award, selected by the nursing faculty, chose nursing as a second career. The student demonstrated assertive leadership in the classroom, clinical, and extra-curricular work; articulates a vision of nursing that reflects the mission of Concordia College and embraces nursing as a profession
Timeline
Instructor of Nursing
The College Of Mount Saint Vincent
12.2021 - Current
Clinical Lecturer
Iona College Nursing Program
08.2020 - 10.2021
Instructor of Nursing
Concordia College
12.2018 - 08.2020
Lead Staff Educator
Visiting Nurse Services Of Westchester
02.2016 - 02.2018
Education Facilitator
Visiting Nurse Services of Westchester
09.2012 - 02.2016
Registered Nurse- Home Care
Visiting Nurse Services of Westchester
07.2011 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse
White Plains Hospital
02.2010 - 07.2011
Firefighter/E.M.T.
Eastchester Fire Department
09.2001 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Benedictine University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia College
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Concordia College
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