Julia Duffy MSN, FNP-BC, BMTCN, OCN

Inpatient acute care position with extensive collaboration with Phase 1-Phase 4 research trial patients. Treating stem cell and Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell transplant recipients requiring complex needs during conditioning and acute recovery/maintenance of chronic disease.

• ANCC Magnet status - 579 bed hospital.
• FACT approved NMDP transplant center: 300+ autologous transplants/year, 100+ allogeneic transplants/year.
• Cross-trained in outpatient infusion and research clinic.
• Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
• Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

Contract position for Hematology/Oncology inpatient care treating both pediatric and adult bone marrow transplant recipients.

• ANCC Magnet status - Level One Trauma Center - 886 bed hospital.
• Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Rotated shift to hospice care unit. End-of-life patient care and medication administration. Provided emotionally sensitive patient and family care.

• Generated data sets by extracting key data points from electronic health records using proprietary software systems.
• Maintenance of 100% pass rate and efficacy scores for oncology data abstraction.

• Provided education and instruction virtually to patients performing at-home testing requiring real-time documentation and billing.
• Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
• Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
• Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
• Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.

Research Coordinator, PI: Edmund Waller, MD, PhD, FACP

Trial: Duvelisib Antagonizes Manifestations of Pneumonia in Established Novel Coronavirus Infection

• Trial detailed clinical outcomes and key COVID-19 progression-related cytokine level changes and high- dimensional analysis of both serum biomarkers and immunophenotyping.
• Conducted field research, collecting samples and documenting data.
• Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
• Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
• Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
• Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
• Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
• Monitored patient safety throughout clinical trials and reported any adverse events.
• Collaborated with clinical staff and other healthcare professionals to support clinical trial data accuracy.

Contract position for Hematology/Oncology inpatient care.

• ANCC Magnet status - Level One trauma center - 999 bed hospital.
• Predominant patient population: newly diagnosed Leukemia and Lymphoma patients in acute disease states and those requiring allogeneic stem cell transplants.
• Special focus on renal allograft tolerance through mixed chimerism: concomitant renal/stem cell transplant.

• “Training Futures” - Philanthropic film aiming to facilitate immigrants navigating work and community life in the United States.

• FACT approved NMDP transplant center: 150+ autologous transplants/year, 100-150+ allogeneic transplants/year.
• Cross-trained in critical care / BMT-ICU, medical-surgical oncology, and outpatient infusion clinic.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies

Analyzed patient diagnostic data, pre-transplant testing, provided patient and family education, completed insurance and specialty medication authorizations requiring detail-oriented pre- and post-transplant follow-up care under supervision of primary transplant physicians.

• Coordinated 70-100 transplants/year.
• Assisted physicians with completing medical procedures and treatments.
• Educated patients on preventive healthcare strategies and at-home care.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans.

• RN volunteer (100 hrs) & FNP clinical training (450 hrs)
• FNP responsibilities for Covenant House, Our House, and Atlanta Mission Restoration House tailoring to the medically underserved.
• Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
• Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
• Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
• Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
• Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
• Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
• Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
• Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
• Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
• Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
• Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.

• Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
• Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
• Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
• Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care.
• Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
• Developed, implemented, evaluated and altered plans of care for patients.
• Prescribed and administered medication, therapy and treatment to prevent and treat illness, injury and disease.

• FNP clinical training Internship
• Provided yearly physicals, sports physicals and immunizations to children.
• Established preventive health practices in alignment with developmental markers and family health history.
• Assessed developmental progress to foster mental and physical wellness in pediatric patients.
• Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
• Monitored childhood developmental markers such as weight, height and blood pressure to screen for abnormalities
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

• Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
• Treated acute and chronic conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health.
• Conducted research and stayed current with medical advancements, contributing to growth of medical knowledge.
• Evaluated previously prescribed interventions for successes or failures and adjusted strategies.
• Monitored and recorded patient progress, prompting timely and appropriate interventions.
• Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.