Joanne Giugno
Littleton,MA
Summary
Experienced Inpatient Palliative Care Consult NP at Lahey Medical Center, focused on symptom management and team coordination. Achieved improved patient outcomes through strategic communication and crisis management. Developed personalized care plans and fostered patient-family relationships while guiding nursing staff to elevate care practices.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Palliative Care Consult NP
Lahey Medical Center
Burlington, MA
08.2014 - Current
- Evaluated therapy effectiveness for symptom control and palliation.
- Assessed pain levels and formulated management strategies using pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive patient care.
- Counseled patients and families on end-of-life decisions, symptom management, and advance directives.
- Instructed nursing staff on medication administration for effective symptom relief.
- Developed individualized care plans addressing physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural needs.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to discuss goals of care with involved healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient encounters, treatment plans, and condition changes.
Neurology Team Leader of APRNs,Neurology Consult T
Lahey Medical Center
Burlington, MA
08.2009 - 03.2013
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to enhance health outcomes.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies for accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
- Developed individualized care plans through comprehensive assessment of patient conditions.
- Prescribed medications based on clinical standards and patient needs.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams for integrated services in complex cases.
- Conducted follow-up visits to monitor treatment progress and effectiveness.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to maintain nursing expertise.
- Supervised and mentored nursing staff and students, fostering skill enhancement.
Rapid Response Nurse
Lahey Medical Center
Burlington, MA
06.2006 - 08.2009
- Conducted rapid response assessments using SBAR tool to identify changes in patient condition.
- Initiated life-saving interventions during code blue situations with urgency and precision.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on ongoing evaluations.
- Communicated effectively to foster a positive, collaborative work environment.
- Advised nursing staff on best practices for managing acutely ill patients.
- Delivered clear information about care and medications to patients and caregivers.
- Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications while monitoring patient reactions.
Education
Master of Science - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts Graduate School of Nur
Worcester, MA05-2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
Middlesex Community College
Bedford, MABachelor of Arts - Psychology
Westfield State University
Westfield, MASkills
- Conflict resolution
- Cross-cultural communication
- Team collaboration
- Self-motivation
- Adaptability
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving
- Employee communications
- Symptom management
- Interdisciplinary coordination
- Clinical assessment
- Crisis management
- Organizational skills
- Task prioritization
- Interpersonal skills
Committees
- Ethics Committee - Share on-call for Hospital wide Ethics Consults
- Mortality Occurrence Review Committee
- Peer Support Advisory Committee
- Peer Supporter
- Wellness Committee
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award
- Nominated for Preceptor of the year
Certification
- Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner since 2009
- BLS Healthcare Instructor
- BLS certified
Affiliations
Volunteer Camp Sunshine
Volunteer Hole in the Wall Gang Camp
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Inpatient Palliative Care Consult NP
Lahey Medical Center
08.2014 - Current
Neurology Team Leader of APRNs,Neurology Consult T
Lahey Medical Center
08.2009 - 03.2013
Rapid Response Nurse
Lahey Medical Center
06.2006 - 08.2009
Master of Science - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts Graduate School of Nur
Associate of Science - Nursing
Middlesex Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Westfield State University
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