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Jillian Fitzgerald

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Summary

Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Stony Brook University Medical Center, specializing in Ventricular Assist Devices and critical care management. Proven ability in patient education and interdisciplinary communication, enhancing care coordination and compliance with Joint Commission standards. Recognized for driving process improvements and leading training initiatives for clinical staff.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

TH Staff Associate-VAD Coordinator, Heart Failure

Stony Brook University Medical Center
Stony Brook
02.2016 - Current
  • Administered direct care and management for pre- and post-operative Ventricular Assist Device patients.
  • Facilitated communication between Attendings, private physicians, and hospital staff on patient status.
  • Scheduled clinic visits and offered clinical consultations and education on VAD patient care.
  • Instructed patients and families about Ventricular Assist Devices to ensure informed care.
  • Trained hospital staff in the Ventricular Assist Device program protocols.
  • Enhanced clinical knowledge through ongoing education and participation in VAD conferences.
  • Assessed data trends to identify opportunities for process improvement.
  • Prepared for Joint Commission Surveys biennially to ensure compliance.

T&RII RN-Staff Nurse, CTICU

Stony Brook University Medical Center
Stony Brook
04.2008 - 02.2016
  • Care and management of the immediate post-operative cardiothoracic surgery patient.
  • Knowledge and the use of life-supporting mechanisms such as ECMO, CVVHD, LVADs, Impellas, and IABPs.
  • Care and management of the mechanically ventilated and critically ill patient; titration of vasopressors, inotropes and sedation medications.
  • Assist physicians with various procedures at the bedside ranging from insertion of central lines to tracheostomy.
  • One of the few nurses responsible for driveline dressing care in CTICU.
  • Educate patients and families on post-operative care.
  • Accepts role as charge nurse when needed.

T&RI RN-Staff Nurse, CACU

Stony Brook University Medical Center
Stony Brook
05.2005 - 04.2008
  • Care and management of patients admitted from the ED being ruled out for a MI.
  • Care and management of patients pre- and post-operative cardiac catheterization.
  • Care and management of patients pre-operative for cardiac surgery.
  • Administration of routine medications as well as management of IV medications.

Education

Masters of Science - Nursing education

Stony Brook University
Online
05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Phoenix
Online
04.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Suffolk County Community College
Selden, New York
05.2005

Skills

  • Ventricular assist devices
  • Patient education
  • Clinical consultations
  • Data trend analysis
  • Joint Commission compliance
  • Critical care management
  • Interdisciplinary communication
  • Process improvement
  • Care coordination
  • Team leadership
  • Meeting support
  • Event planning
  • Meeting coordination

Certification

  • VAD-C, 2023
  • Basic Life Support, 2025
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 2025
  • Thoratec Heartmate II Left Ventricular Assist Device Certification, 2014
  • Critical Care II, 2008
  • Critical Care I, 2005

Publications

  • Multicenter evaluation of left ventricular assist device implantation with or without ECMO bridge in cardiogenic shock., James W. Schurr, Lara Ambrosi, Jillian Fitzgerald, Christian Bermudez, Michael V. Genuardi, Mark Brahier, Tonya Elliot, Kevin McGowan, Akram Zaaqoq, Sonjoy Laskar, Stuart M. Pope, Michael M. Givertz, Hari Mallidi, Katelyn W. Sylvester, Frank C. Seifert, Allison J. McLarty, Artificial Organs, 01/26/24, 10.1111/aor.14740
  • Left Ventricular Assist Device Multialarm Emergency: A High-Fidelity Simulation Case for Emergency Medicine Residents., Barnicle R, Boaglio S, Fitzgerald J, Otterness K, Johnson S, Ahn C, MedEdPortal, https://doi.org/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.11156
  • Survival and Outcomes after Cardiac Arrest with VA-ECMO Rescue Therapy., Schurr JW, Noubani M, Santore LA, Rabenstein AP, Dhundale K, Fitzgerald J, Cahill J, Bilfinger TV, Seifert FC, McLarty AJ, Shock, 05/13/21, 10.1097/SHK.0000000000001809

References

Available upon request

Training

  • ELSO, Oxon Hill, MD, 9/2025
  • ASAIO, New Orleans, LA, 6/2025
  • VAD Coordinator Conference, Austin, TX, 02/01/24
  • MonteHeart Symposium, Virtual, 06/01/23
  • ISHLT, Boston, MA, 04/01/22
  • ISHLT, Nice, France, 04/01/19
  • VAD Coordinator Course, Washington, D.C., 06/01/17
  • LI Heart, Melville, NY, 05/01/17
  • Catch-Up, New York, NY, 04/01/17

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Title: RN, BSN, MSNEd., VAD-C

Accomplishments

  • 2025 received the School of Nursing Research Day Poster Award. In recognition of the outstanding Stony Brook University Hospital poster; Significant Reduction in ECMO Mortality after Implementation of Center-Specific Criteria: A Five-Year Analysis.
  • In 2025, Stony Brook Medicine is on the Path to Excellence in Life Support; achieving silver level.

Selected Presentations

  • 2025 Emergency Nurses' Association Pearls of Wisdom Conference

Timeline

TH Staff Associate-VAD Coordinator, Heart Failure

Stony Brook University Medical Center
02.2016 - Current

T&RII RN-Staff Nurse, CTICU

Stony Brook University Medical Center
04.2008 - 02.2016

T&RI RN-Staff Nurse, CACU

Stony Brook University Medical Center
05.2005 - 04.2008

Masters of Science - Nursing education

Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Phoenix

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Suffolk County Community College

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