Janine Pritchett
Summary
Versatile Manager dedicated to inspiring shared vision and empowering teams. Develops professional rapport, effectively leads teams, and positively influences diverse groups. Team player who enjoys working along-side others to accomplish goals. Strong and varied nursing background allowing for the ability to work in most environments present today. Authorized to work in the US for any employer Skilled Infusion Nurse coordinates and administers infusion activities to deliver compassionate patient care to meet standards of practice. Coordinates and performs infusion nursing care for patients in clinical and home setting and works cooperatively with patient, family and multidisciplinary team to establish priorities and goals of patient care. Monitors patient and processes to identify areas for performance improvement to enhance quality of care delivery and improve patient outcomes.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Infusion Nurse
Eversana
07.2022 - Current
- Administer Prolastin infusion to Alpha-1 Antitrypsin patients on a weekly basis
- Patient evaluation, VS monitoring, establishing IV access (PIV and central line)
- Patient education.
Patient Care Manager
Assured Home Health
05.2021 - 12.2023
- Provides training to clinicians concerning the care of patients as well as documentation of care via EMR
- Developed strong interdisciplinary team collaboration, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering effective communication, teamwork, and employee engagement.
- Educated clients and families on community resources, treatment options and health care services to better manage conditions.
- Maintained network of community resources to provide most comprehensive support services possible to clients.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Director of Nurses
Option Care Health
03.2015 - 04.2021
- Maintained agency compliance with state and federal guidelines
- Provided continuing education to physicians, nurses, pharmacy technicians, and other practitioners on home care infusion-related issues, in relation to IV access and care and IV pumps
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training, evaluations, and constructive feedback sessions.
- Spearheaded recruitment efforts to attract top-tier talent for the nursing department, enhancing overall staff capabilities.
- Fostered strong relationships with patients'' families through effective communication strategies and empathetic support systems.
- Delivered presentations at conferences or workshops to share expertise and promote best practices within the nursing community.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
Vascular Access Educator
Multicare Health System
04.2012 - 12.2014
- Updated new employee orientation fir IV care across the system
- Served as clinical expert for IV policies and procedures
- Lead system CLABSI reduction team utilizing Lean processes resulting in reduction of central line infections system-wide.
IV Therapy Supervisor/Coordinator
MultiCare Health System
01.2002 - 04.2012
- Lead the Pediatric IV Therapy and Infusion clinic teams at Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
- Implemented Ultrasound Placed PICC lines in pediatric population to adhere with best practice.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Ambulatory Infusion Coordinator
MultiCare Health System
07.1999 - 04.2012
- Spearheaded and implemented new Infusion Suite to expand scope of engagement for outpatient population.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Expanded original concept of serving adults only to include pediatric patients, resulting in 2 separate service sites.
Clinic RN
Family Practice
07.1993 - 06.1999
- Educated patients on disease prevention, medication administration, and self-care techniques to optimize health outcomes.
- Developed in-office medication program for indigent/low-income patients
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care planning and implementation.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for informed decision making in treatment planning.
Staff RN
Mary Bridge Children's Hospital, Multicare Health System
01.1981 - 07.1993
- Worked on the Surgical floor, PICU, critical care transport team, and the IV team at Mary Bridge
- Started placing PICC lines in 1990.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
Tacoma, WA06.2004
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Umpqua Community College
Roseburg, Oregon06.1978
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Continuous Learning
- EMR
- Organizational Skills
- Case Management
- Medication and IV Administration
Accomplishments
- Proven leader Highly technically skilled in IV therapy.
- Proficient in teaching and skill development in the care of pediatric and adult patients.
- Problem solver.
- Critical Care Experience.
- Infection Control Training.
- Medication Administration.
- Nursing.
- Program Development.
- Hospital Experience..
- Quality Assurance.
- Laboratory Experience.
- Vital Signs.
- EMR Systems.
- Supervising Experience.
- Patient Care.
- Case Management.
- Lean experience.
- ICU Experience.
- Experience Administering Injections.
- Triage.
- Phlebotomy.
- BLS Certification.
Personal Information
Title: RN, BSN
Timeline
Infusion Nurse
Eversana
07.2022 - Current
Patient Care Manager
Assured Home Health
05.2021 - 12.2023
Director of Nurses
Option Care Health
03.2015 - 04.2021
Vascular Access Educator
Multicare Health System
04.2012 - 12.2014
IV Therapy Supervisor/Coordinator
MultiCare Health System
01.2002 - 04.2012
Ambulatory Infusion Coordinator
MultiCare Health System
07.1999 - 04.2012
Clinic RN
Family Practice
07.1993 - 06.1999
Staff RN
Mary Bridge Children's Hospital, Multicare Health System
01.1981 - 07.1993
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Umpqua Community College