Julianne Whittington
Waynesboro,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LEVEL IV RN CCL
Meritus Medical Center
01.2007 - 02.2024
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
LEVEL IV RN PCU
Washington Co Hospital Assoc
01.1997 - 01.2007
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
RN PACU
Washington Co Hospital Assoc
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Enhanced patient recovery by consistently monitoring and assessing post-operative vital signs.
- Optimized resource utilization by effectively managing supplies and equipment necessary for patient care delivery within the PACU setting.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Promoted a comfortable environment for patients, addressing concerns, and providing emotional support during post-operative recovery.
- Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications, later transferring information into records management system.
- Performed flawless autonomous practice consistent with evidence-based standards and patient care considerations.
- Participated in continuous education initiatives to stay current on best practices in PACU nursing care.
RN PCU
Washington Co Hospital Assoc
01.1988 - 01.1995
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Contributed to efficient care coordination by collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other support staff to ensure timely patient discharges and smooth transitions between care settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and coordinate appropriate treatment interventions.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs to inform targeted interventions and support holistic care approaches.
- Administered medications accurately according to physician orders while closely monitoring for potential adverse reactions or interactions.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to PCU patients.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Optimized resource utilization within the PCU by coordinating staff assignments and efficiently managing workload distribution.
- Facilitated smooth handoff processes during shift changes by maintaining accurate documentation of patient status updates, treatments provided, and pending tasks requiring immediate attention from incoming staff members.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Education
BSN -
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA01.1988
ADN -
Shenandoah College & Conservatory of Music
Winchester, VA01.1985
Skills
- Dedicated and compassionate
- Registered Nurse with 36 years of nursing experience in various health care settings within one institution
- Nursing experience has been in a PCU, PACU and Cardiac Cath Lab
- Last 16 years dedicated to promoting and ensuring excellent care to my patients in the Cardiac Cath Lab by skilled patient assessments, care planning, and accurate medication administration
- Am viewed as an asset to the team because of my vast experience and longevity
- Expert IV skills
- Preceptor for junior staff
- Critical care experience
- Critical thinking
- Skills validator for unit
Certifications Courses
- CVRN
- ACLS
- BLS
- EPIC superuser
- Managed complex patient cases independently, demonstrating advanced clinical skills and critical thinking.
- Mentored junior staff on evidence-based practice guidelines and clinical procedures.
- Performed charge nurse duties which required the scheduling of patient cases, interactions with office staff, physicians and departments
- Inventory management; billing and charges for patient procedures
- ICD Registry 2008-2012
- NCDR PCI Registry with America College of Cardiology 2010-2013
Projects
Magnet Committee Pharmacy & Therapeutic Committee x20 years Pharmacy Safety Committee x 12 years Clinical Practice Committee; chaired x 2 years Secret Shopper for Handwashing audits Primary preceptor for new hires EPIC superuser Pharmacy & Therapeutics x 20 years Pharmacy Safety Committee x 12 years Clinical Practice Committee; chaired committee x 2 years
Certification
ANCC CVRN 2016 to present
ACLS 1988 to present
BLS 1983 to present
PA license
MD license
Timeline
LEVEL IV RN CCL
Meritus Medical Center
01.2007 - 02.2024
LEVEL IV RN PCU
Washington Co Hospital Assoc
01.1997 - 01.2007
RN PACU
Washington Co Hospital Assoc
01.1995 - 01.1997
RN PCU
Washington Co Hospital Assoc
01.1988 - 01.1995
BSN -
George Mason University
ADN -
Shenandoah College & Conservatory of Music