Janet Ulrich
West Berlin,NJ
Summary
Compassionate RN with experience in providing high-quality patient care within a fast-paced hospital environment. Strengths include strong clinical skills, ability to multitask, critical thinking, exceptional communication and commitment to patient safety. Experience includes managing patient care teams, collaborating with diverse healthcare professionals, charge nurse, and contributing to improved patient outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff RN, NICU
Cooper University Hospital
Camden, NJ
05.2002 - Current
- Provided direct patient care for critically ill neonates in a fast-paced NICU environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated families on neonatal health issues, fostering understanding and support during critical times.
- Mentored new nursing staff on NICU protocols and best practices to enhance team performance.
- Managed complex medical equipment and monitored vital signs to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted regular assessments to identify changes in patients' conditions and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations, umbilical line placements, and lumbar punctures, promoting patient safety and comfort.
- Managed complex medication regimens for patients with various medical conditions while maintaining strict adherence to dosage calculations and administration protocols.
- Delegated tasks appropriately to nursing assistants and other ancillary staff, promoting teamwork and efficiency within the unit.
- Acted as a liaison between family members and physicians during daily rounds, ensuring open lines of communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Enhanced family satisfaction through compassionate communication and emotional support during challenging situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the NICU.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for critically ill infants, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Promoted breastfeeding success by educating mothers on proper techniques and providing support throughout their NICU stay.
- Reduced infection rates by adhering to strict guidelines for hand hygiene, proper use of personal protective equipment, and sterile technique during invasive procedures.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the NICU by identifying areas of potential improvement and participating in process changes when necessary.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in NICU and previous Adult PCU critical care units.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05-2015
Associate of Science - Diploma in Nursing
Helene Fuld College of Nursing/Camden County College
Blackwood, NJSkills
- Compassionate Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Discharge Planning
- Physical Assessments
- HIPAA Compliance
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Effective Communication
Certification
- RN-2005
- Diploma in Nursing-2005
- Associate in Science-1993
- Bachelor Degree in Science (Nursing Track)-2015
- NRP-11/2026
- BLS/ACLS-11/2027
Accomplishments
- Nominated multiple times for the Daisy award by families for doing an exceptional job
- Primary Nursing
- I do a "Thank You" board on unit to acknowledge our peers
- Professional Ladder Level 4
- Daisy sub-committee
- NDQNI for NICU area
- Charge Nurse
Timeline
Staff RN, NICU
Cooper University Hospital
05.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Rowan University
Associate of Science - Diploma in Nursing
Helene Fuld College of Nursing/Camden County College