Julie Fernstrum
Jefferson,GA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in patient education, clinical judgment, and infection control. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through quality improvement initiatives and effective patient interactions.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology
NGHS Gainesville
Gainesville, GA
05.2021 - Current
- Administered sedation and monitored patient vital signs during interventional procedures.
- Educated patients on pre- and post-procedure care, enhancing understanding of treatment processes.
- Mentored new nursing staff on procedural techniques and best practices in interventional radiology.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes, safety measures, or overall department performance metrics within the realm of interventional radiology treatment processes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
NGHS Braselton
Braselton, GA
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Triage patients efficiently to prioritize care based on urgency and severity of conditions.
- Administer medications and treatments, ensuring adherence to protocols and patient safety standards.
- Educate patients and families on treatment options, discharge instructions, and health management strategies.
- Implement process improvements that streamline patient flow, reducing wait times in the emergency department.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on shared goals, and promoting teamwork within the Emergency Department.
LPN Urgent Care
NGPG
Buford, GA , Dacula , GA
02.2011 - 07.2019
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Stabilize patient and assess for appropriate follow up care or transfer of patient to higher level of care such as ED.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
LPN Pediatrics
Gwinnett Pediatrics
Lawrenceville, GA
10.2007 - 03.2009
LPN Pediatrics
Gwinnett Pediatrics
Lawrenceville, GA
08.2005 - 07.2006
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Blood collection and processing
- Triage
- Managed prescription refills
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
LPN Urgent Care
Saddleback Family and Urgent Care
California
12.2004 - 07.2005
LPN Pediatrics
Preston Ridge Pediatrics
Alpharetta, GA
01.2003 - 09.2004
Education
Associate of Science - LPN Program
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GAAssociate of Science - Registered Nursing
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA05-2019
Associate of Science - Biology
Georgia State University
AtlantaSkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Documentation and charting
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
BLS
ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology
NGHS Gainesville
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
NGHS Braselton
07.2019 - 05.2021
LPN Urgent Care
NGPG
02.2011 - 07.2019
LPN Pediatrics
Gwinnett Pediatrics
10.2007 - 03.2009
LPN Pediatrics
Gwinnett Pediatrics
08.2005 - 07.2006
LPN Urgent Care
Saddleback Family and Urgent Care
12.2004 - 07.2005
LPN Pediatrics
Preston Ridge Pediatrics
01.2003 - 09.2004
Associate of Science - LPN Program
Gwinnett Technical College
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Gwinnett Technical College
Associate of Science - Biology
Georgia State University