Janet McDuffie
Registered Nurse
Homer,GA
Summary
Dedicated, compassionate and fully engaged Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient and inpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Proven to remain calm under pressure with challenging patients and high-stress situations. Received the Daisy Award in 2017 and nominated again in 2019. Received the Atlanta Journal and Constitution Nursing Excellence nomination in 2021. Transparent with peers and leadership, allowing others to learn from my performance.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Pre-surgical Testing Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
03.2003 - 01.2025
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Instructed family members and caregivers on how to provide patient care effectively.
- Facilitated rapid and sustained recovery by equipping patients with vital knowledge and tools.
Float Pool Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
10.1992 - 03.2003
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Streamlined nursing workflow by expertly prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities among team members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple patients in different units and adapting to each unit''s specific protocols.
- Sustained high standards of nursing care across multiple units through consistent adherence to evidence-based practices and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
06.1990 - 10.1992
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals to address concerns or questions regarding treatment plans.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff by adhering to infection control standards during all aspects of patient care delivery.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to post-operative orthopedic patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
10.1986 - 06.1990
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate electronic records of patient interactions, assessments, and interventions.
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and making adjustments as necessary to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Performed frequent ongoing assessments of patients' status to address changes.
Neuro Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
05.1985 - 10.1986
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, of Emory
Atlanta, Georgia 06.1983 - 05.1985
Skills
Patient education
Direct patient care
Patient assessment
Infection control
Family education
Compassionate care
Diabetes management
Clinical judgment
Medication reconciliation
HIPAA protocol adherence
Patient assessment and care
Emotional awareness
Timeline
Pre-surgical Testing Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
03.2003 - 01.2025
Float Pool Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
10.1992 - 03.2003
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
06.1990 - 10.1992
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
10.1986 - 06.1990
Neuro Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
05.1985 - 10.1986
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, of Emory
06.1983 - 05.1985