Irene Guterman, MS, RN, CNL
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Innovative Clinical Nurse Leader offering over a decade of experience driving quality improvement and coaching nursing staff to reach full potential. Passionate about patient-centered care and leveraging technology to increase human connection and align outcomes for key stakeholders along each step of the healthcare journey. Expertise in project-management and evidence-based care with a strategic, process-driven mindset.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of Virginia, School Of Nursing
08.2022 - Current
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-world examples into lectures
- Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades
Clinical Nurse Leader
UVA Physician's Group
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Enhanced patient care via evidence-based clinical practices and protocol implementation
- Developed policies and procedures to maintain compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices
- Continuously evaluated clinical workflows for opportunities to improve efficiency
- Supported clinic leadership by promoting data-driven accountability using EPIC measures for quality improvement initiatives
- Launched Quality Improvement Collaborative (QIC) and supported clinics in performance improvement using LEAN methodologies
- Collaborated with disciplines across the UVA Health System to evaluate, develop, and implement evidence based practice across twelve adult and pediatric primary care clinics
Head of Clinical Operations
healthŌme
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed roadmap for 'omics' programs for distribution via life insurance policies
- Provided clinical guidance to insurance carriers for cancer products specializing in the management of distinct disease types
- Implemented cancer products for life insurance carrier
- Reduced operational costs through efficient resource allocation and budget management
- Established and maintained contacts at various management levels regarding clinical operations department and specific projects
Clinical Instructor
University of Virginia, School of Nursing
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Supervised students during clinical rotations on an inpatient oncology unit, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary
- Engaged multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and provide learning opportunities for students.
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines
Vice President of Clinical Services
Genomic Life
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders such as physicians, administrators, and regulatory agencies to promote collaboration toward shared goals.
- Championed a data-driven approach to decision-making within the organization, utilizing analytics to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
- Managed daily operations for Clinical Services team
- Developed and implemented the Cancer Guardian program, a comprehensive health optimization product designed to equip individuals and their families and their healthcare team with affordable, accessible, and actionable genetic tools and improve outcomes
- Operationalized and integrated internal and external workflows with commercial and clinical partners to provide seamless care delivery to patients
- Led program improvement strategies for efficient patient transition and handoff
- Engaged with stakeholders across the organization to improve member engagement, sales, and product awareness
Director of Cancer Services
Genomic Life
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed daily operations for Cancer Support Services
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Assisted patients and families in navigating the complex health system
- Coached patients to become more active participants in their own care and bolster healthcare literacy
- Facilitated coordination of second opinions and follow-up appointments
Certified Yoga Teacher
Under Armour; FIT Athletic Club
06.2015 - 10.2019
- Empowered students to find balance both on and off the mat through a mindful practice of intention setting, meditation, breathing and postures
- Instructed students to improve strength and flexibility
- Planned, set up and led yoga classes for beginner through advanced practitioners
Facility Administrator
DaVita
12.2017 - 03.2019
- Managed all aspects of home program (peritoneal dialysis) and in-center hemodialysis center operations including 30 direct reports, annual and quarterly budget, day-to-day operations and facility maintenance
- Monitored and improved clinical outcomes for dialysis patients
- Provided oversight for dialysis treatment schedule and employee schedule
- Streamlined facility operations by implementing efficient policies and procedures
- Conducted comprehensive audits of facilities to identify areas requiring corrective action or improvement initiatives.
- Ensured seamless facility maintenance by coordinating with vendors and service providers
Survivorship Navigator; Senior Clinical Nurse
University Of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
06.2015 - 11.2017
- Provided oversight for daily functioning of outpatient Cancer Center directing patient flow, nursing, and support staff
- Developed and implemented survivorship navigation program
- Initiated and led Oncology Supportive (OSC) clinic
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary oncology teams to implement patient treatment care plans
- Precepted new nurses to clinical coordinator role
- Designed (and continuously updated), led and conducted teacher training for Survivorship Education Class, a requirement for all new patients to the Cancer Center
- Organized and delivered monthly education programs for patients and their caregivers
- Co-led weekly support group for patients with psychiatrists
- Managed GI and breast clinics
Registered Nurse; Charge Nurse
University of Maryland Surgical Intermediate Care Unit
05.2013 - 05.2015
- 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.
- Assigned nurses and support staff to patient care while meeting the daily goals of the unit
- Provided competent care to patients on a 10-bed critical care unit (focus on thoracic oncology patients)
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate admission orders and discharge planning
- Assessed and gathered patient data and documents to develop and maintain current plan of care
- Managed and communicated education to patients and families
Private Youth Tutor
08.2009 - 06.2014
- Work with students ages 11 to 17 with diverse learning needs and cultural backgrounds to explain complex concepts in science, English, Spanish and history
- Develop academic action plans tailored to students' academic goals
- Facilitate communication between students, parents, and teachers.
Diagnostic Clinician
Neuromonitoring Technologies, Inc.
06.2009 - 12.2011
- Provided Intraoperative Neurological Monitoring (IONM) during surgical procedures that place the central or peripheral nervous system at risk
- Interpreted clinical data and directly and succinctly communicate it to the surgical team
- Assisted operating room staff with room set up, turnover and patient preparation.
Education
Ph.D. - Budget Impact, Cancer, And Perceptions of Aging
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05.2026
Master of Science - Clinical Nurse Leader
University of Maryland
Baltimore, MD05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Dual Major: Political Science And German Studies
Emory University
Atlanta, GA05.2009
Skills
- Quality Improvement
- Performance Improvement
- Clinical Operations Management
- Relationship Building
- Documentation And Reporting
Specialty Training
- Harvard Medical School, Genetics- Cancer Genomics, Certificate of Achievement, 07/2020
- Harvard Medical School, Genetics- Essentials, Certificate of Achievement, 07/2020
- End-of-life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC), 04/2017
- Smith Center of Healing & the Arts, Patient Navigation Training in Integrative Cancer Care, 10/2016
- Stanford University, Cancer: Thriving and Surviving Leader Training, 08/2016
- Yoga and the Pursuit of Happiness with Sam Chase, 05/2015
- Kripalu School of Yoga, 200-hour Yoga Teaching training, 10/2014
License Certifications
- Virginia Board of Nursing, License: 0001301708
- Commission on Nurse Certification, Expiration: 12/2026
- LEAN Six Sigma Green Belt Healthcare Certification SSGI
Teaching
- The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults, Mindfulness Instructor, 7/2016-11/2017
- University of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center, Survivorship Education Class and Instructor, 6/2016-11/2017
- Mindfulness Instructor, Multiple Myeloma Support Group, 10/2015-10/2016
- University of Maryland School of Nursing, Guest Lecturer, 6/2015-11/2017
Professional Organizations
- Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators, 04/2019- Present
- Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators, Technology and Innovation, 02/2020- Present
- Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators, Genomics, Telehealth and Virtual Navigation
- Sigma Theta Tau International, 05/2013- Present
- Kripalu Yoga and Ayurveda Association (KYAA), 11/2014- Present
Research
- Patient Portal, 05/2017-01/2018, Co-investigator, collect pilot data on clinic patients' use of the internet and the patient portal through an anonymous survey.
- Mindfulness-Based Intervention (MBI) for Breast Cancer Patients, 07/2016-11/2017, Co-investigator, assess acceptability and feasibility of an abbreviated digitally delivered MBI program for patients receiving care the University of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center (UMGCCC), and assess if the intervention demonstrated preliminary evidence of efficacy in improvement of patient reported behavioral and physical health.
Publications
Innovative Use of Patient Portals during Cancer Survivorship: A First Step, Journal of Oncology Nursing and Survivorship (JONS), Wickersham, K., Powell, K., Guterman, I., O'Malley, C., Nahm, E, 2019
Community Service
University of Maryland, The Founding Campus, A Kid's Port to Discovery: Healthy Habits, Yoga for Stress Relief, Instructor, 03/2016, 11/2017
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Leader
UVA Physician's Group
09.2023 - 05.2024
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of Virginia, School Of Nursing
08.2022 - Current
Head of Clinical Operations
healthŌme
04.2022 - 08.2023
Clinical Instructor
University of Virginia, School of Nursing
08.2021 - 08.2022
Vice President of Clinical Services
Genomic Life
03.2020 - 03.2022
Director of Cancer Services
Genomic Life
04.2019 - 02.2020
Facility Administrator
DaVita
12.2017 - 03.2019
Certified Yoga Teacher
Under Armour; FIT Athletic Club
06.2015 - 10.2019
Survivorship Navigator; Senior Clinical Nurse
University Of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
06.2015 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse; Charge Nurse
University of Maryland Surgical Intermediate Care Unit
05.2013 - 05.2015
Private Youth Tutor
08.2009 - 06.2014
Diagnostic Clinician
Neuromonitoring Technologies, Inc.
06.2009 - 12.2011
Ph.D. - Budget Impact, Cancer, And Perceptions of Aging
University of Virginia
Master of Science - Clinical Nurse Leader
University of Maryland
Bachelor of Arts - Dual Major: Political Science And German Studies
Emory University
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