Jennifer Russo-Deane

Interim Education Coordinator

• Enhanced onboarding and continuing education programs for new hires and nurse residents.
• Investigated SAFE reports, identified trends, and developed targeted education to address safety concerns.
• Delivered staff training aligned with findings from quality improvement initiatives and ACA compliance goals.
• Boosted educational programming effectiveness during a seven-month interim role.
• Collaborated with leadership to align education with quality and safety initiatives.

Relief Charge

• Oversaw daily patient care operations and coordinated interdisciplinary teams.
• Supported onboarding of new staff through peer mentorship and real-time clinical guidance.
• Participated in ACA-related quality improvement projects to enhance safety and operational standards.
• Reviewed unit-based SAFE reports, proposed solutions, and contributed to education and implementation.

Preceptor / Clinical Mentor

• Recognized as Preceptor of the Year for excellence in onboarding and mentoring new graduate nurses.
• Led structured onboarding plans to ensure smooth transition into ICU roles.
• Promoted team cohesion and clinical readiness through individualized coaching and education.
• Provided feedback and training based on ongoing unit quality and safety metrics.

ICU Registered Nurse

• Conducted comprehensive assessments, managed interventions, and prepared patients for critical procedures.
• Applied evidence-based protocols and continuously evaluated treatment effectiveness.
• Engaged in patient advocacy, family communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Served as relief charge nurse in ICU, providing specialized care for COVID-19 patients and transplant population.
• Precepted new graduates and travel nurses, ensuring seamless integration into unit practices.
• Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options to improve outcomes.
• Assisted physicians during medical procedures, enhancing efficiency and patient safety.
• Responded promptly to life-threatening emergencies with appropriate interventions to stabilize patients.
• Ensured strict adherence to infection control policies, minimizing risk of contagion.
• Maintained precise patient records in compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect privacy.
• Offered emotional support to families navigating difficult decisions regarding loved ones' care.

• Delivered high-quality care to critically ill COVID-19 patients in Texas ICU.
• Facilitated comfort for patients and families during stressful situations, fostering recovery.
• Established and enhanced medical protocols and guidelines to maintain quality care standards.

• Participated in development and evaluation of action plans for continuous performance improvement.
• Advocated for patients requiring immediate assistance, liaising with families and healthcare professionals.
• Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients per established policies and standards.
• Managed critical interventions including arterial lines, vasoactive drugs, and chest tube management.
• Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to deliver effective nursing interventions.
• Demonstrated leadership by enhancing work processes and training team members.
• Collaborated with diverse coworkers to address product-related issues and achieve organizational goals.
• Engaged in multidisciplinary rounds to promote best practices in critical care management.

• Delivered health care services in a 466 inpatient bed VA hospital for veterans.
• Operated on a fast-paced 40-bed med-surg/oncology floor, ensuring quality patient care.