Janet Hersh
Gainesville,GA
Summary
Compassionate Adult Critical Care Nurse recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency response, and critical care nursing technology. Possess strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills crucial for managing complex patient cases and collaborating with healthcare teams to provide exceptional patient care.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Shift Manager
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
07.1983 - Current
- Coordinated with physicians, other healthcare professionals and hospital departments to ensure quality patient care.
- Provided leadership support to nurses in order to foster a team-oriented environment.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable state and federal laws regarding nursing practice.
- Evaluated patients' progress toward desired outcomes while ensuring that they receive appropriate treatment plans.
Camp Nurse
Camp Timberline
Fort Collins, Colorado
07.2009 - 07.2014
- Provided medical care and first aid to campers and staff in case of illness or injury.
- Monitored the health of all campers, including taking temperatures and documenting any changes in their physical condition.
- Maintained accurate records of campers' medical histories, immunizations, medications, and allergies.
- Educated staff on proper safety protocols for administering medication to campers.
- Instructed campers on proper hygiene practices as well as general health topics such as nutrition and exercise.
- Coordinated with parents regarding their child's health while at camp.
- Managed a 24-hour emergency response system for medical emergencies that arose during the night or weekend hours.
- Dispensed over-the-counter medications to campers according to written physician orders.
- Communicated closely with physicians and other healthcare providers regarding any medical concerns related to the campers' health status.
- Ensured that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately prior to releasing a camper from care.
- Created an inventory list of all supplies needed for daily operations within the infirmary area, ensuring adequate quantities were maintained throughout each season.
- Administered prescription and over-the-counter drugs to campers as scheduled.
- Modeled good health practices for staff and campers, utilizing standard precautions.
Clinical Director CVICU
Saint Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
07.1978 - 07.1983
- Managed the day-to-day operations of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Assisted in developing budgets for operational expenses.
- Led strategic planning initiatives within the organization.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or departments when necessary.
Staff Nurse CVICU
Saint Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
07.1977 - 07.1978
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Performed bedside procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertion, central line insertion and arterial line insertions.
ICU Staff Nurse
Presbyterian Hospital Uof Pa Medical Center
Philadelphia, PA
07.1975 - 07.1977
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Provided direct care to critically ill patients including administering medications, performing treatments and providing emotional support.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05-1983
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brenau University
Gainesville, GA05-1981
Diploma - Nursing
Presbyterian U of Pa Medical Center
Philadelphia, PA05-1975
Skills
- Employee Training
- Clinical Leadership
- Critical Thinking
- Medical Administration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Certification
Licensed Professional Nurse Georgia
Member of American Association of Critical Care Nurses (National and local Ga Memberships).
CCRN Certification maintained for greater than 40 years.
ACLS and BCLS certifications current.
Accomplishments
- 1981 Recipient of the Mother McAuley Award
- 1978 Recipient of Fiedotin Nursing Scholarship
- 1982 Program Coordinator for the development of our Phase II Cardiac Rehab Program
- 1983 Educational Coordinator Cardiovascular Services
- 1983 Chairperson of Quality Improvement Council
- 1982 Chairperson of the Nursing Staff
- 2000 Franklin Award for Nursing Excellence
- 2007 Scholarship recipient for AJC Nurse of the Year
- 2017 Daisy Award
- 2022 Ken Thomas Award for excellence in Cardiovascular Nursing
Timeline
Camp Nurse
Camp Timberline
07.2009 - 07.2014
Nurse Shift Manager
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta
07.1983 - Current
Clinical Director CVICU
Saint Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta
07.1978 - 07.1983
Staff Nurse CVICU
Saint Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta
07.1977 - 07.1978
ICU Staff Nurse
Presbyterian Hospital Uof Pa Medical Center
07.1975 - 07.1977
Licensed Professional Nurse Georgia
Member of American Association of Critical Care Nurses (National and local Ga Memberships).
CCRN Certification maintained for greater than 40 years.
ACLS and BCLS certifications current.
Master of Science - Education
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brenau University
Diploma - Nursing
Presbyterian U of Pa Medical Center
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