JULIA DURU
Registered Nurse II
Nottingham,MD
Summary
Highly trained Psychiatric Staff Nurse offering well-developed interpersonal, acute care treatment and relationship building skills. Promoting pleasant personality and skills helping patients stay calm and communicative. Have a friendly demeanor and strong talents in caring for individuals. An effective leader consistently finding ways to improve healthcare quality.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore
Baltimore, MD
08.2014 - Current
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Oversaw care of suicidal 30 patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, ensuring optimal patient care and progress towards recovery goals.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
- Educated patients and family members about psychiatric disorders, available treatments, and community resources to promote continuity of care post discharge.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in psychiatric nursing care delivery.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and autonomy within facility setting, working alongside care team to address any concerns or barriers to optimal mental health care delivery.
- Led discharge planning efforts by coordinating necessary referrals, appointments, and follow-up services for successful reintegration into community setting.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Franklin Square Hospital
12.2010 - 08.2014
- Streamlined communication between patients, family members, and healthcare providers to maintain supportive environment during labor and delivery.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on best practices in labor and delivery nursing through professional development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, or reading relevant literature.
- Decreased maternal stress levels by utilizing effective pain management strategies tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted in emergency situations such as fetal distress, maternal hemorrhage, or neonatal resuscitation by following established protocols and working closely with fellow healthcare providers.
- Assisted physicians in performing medical procedures such as epidurals, episiotomies, and cesarean sections.
- Collaborated with social workers, mental health professionals, and other community resources to address psychosocial needs of at-risk patients during their pregnancy or postpartum period.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Coppin State University
Baltimore, MD 05.2001 -
Skills
Breastfeeding education
undefinedCertification
Registered Nurse License
ONS: Oncology Nursing Society
The Oncology Nursing Society is a nonprofit membership organization of more than 35,000 members committed to promoting excellence in oncology nursing and the transformation of cancer care. Since 1975, ONS has provided a professional community for oncology nurses, developed evidence-based education programs and treatment information, and advocated for patient care, all in an effort to improve the quality of life and outcomes for patients with cancer and their families.
Timeline
ONS: Certification
07-2016
Registered Nurse
Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore
08.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Franklin Square Hospital
12.2010 - 08.2014
Registered Nurse License
12-2010
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Walden University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Coppin State University
05.2001 -