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Julie Gagliano

Wanaque,NJ

Summary

To obtain a challenging nursing position within a progressive, established organization where my acquired skills and abilities will be considered major assets.

An extremely dedicated health care professional with a sincere caring attitude; believe that patient's welfare is the primary consideration. Maintain an exceptional awareness of the latest technologies and innovations; strong analytical and assessment skills; able to anticipate and avoid potential problems; excellent turnover time and safety rates; wide range of medical pharmaceutical, and laboratory knowledge; expertise in orthopedic, med/surg, telemetry, infusion, ventilator/pulmonary, neuro and oncology; demonstrated leadership and management skills; able to motivate in a positive manner as well as delegate and train effectively; extremely adaptable; excellent organization and time management skills; warm supportive interaction with patients allows for the development of a positive rapport; able to relate to a wide spectrum of patients with a variety of limitations; computer literate; experience with training new nurses and taking charge of an acute care unit; specialize in IV skills; PICCs, ports, and peripherals in the acute care and home settings. Highly trained and experienced Home Infusion Nurse skilled at independently delivering treatments and tracking patients' progress. Well-versed in managing IVs, catheters, ports and feeding tubes. Offers strong background helping treat diverse conditions. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Infusion Registered Nurse

American Outcomes Management
West Nyack, NY
02.2022 - Current
  • Assessed and monitored patient's response to medication, treatments, and therapies to ensure safety and efficacy of care.
  • Provided education and instruction to patients on the proper use of home infusion equipment.
  • Administered intravenous medications in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards.
  • Obtained laboratory specimens for analysis as required by the physician or protocol.
  • Performed assessments and documented vital signs, symptoms, physical findings, lab results, and other pertinent information in patient medical records.
  • Ordered supplies necessary for home infusion services from approved vendors.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, case managers, social workers, nutritionists, therapists and other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive patient care.
  • Maintained accurate documentation related to patient visits including evaluation notes and progress reports.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to Home Infusion services.

Infusion RN

Community Surgical Supply
Toms River, NJ
09.2011 - Current
  • Perform home infusion services for patients requiring TPN, antibiotics, IVIG, hydration, steroids, milrinone, and Biologics . PIV insertions, port and picc maintenance
  • Follow MD orders and report abnormal findings
  • Teach safe infusion and signs and symptoms to report

Infusion RN

Chilton Medical Center
Pompton Plains, NJ
12.2020 - 12.2024
  • Working as an infusion nurse inside an acute care hospital
  • Infusing patients with peripheral and central lines.

Infusion RN

Nextron
Fairfield, NJ
02.2017 - 03.2022
  • Manages a 60 plus caseload of IV biologic patients, working in patient homes and physician offices.

Nurse Manager

Promptcare Home Infusion
Clark, NJ
06.2014 - 08.2015
  • Payroll, staffing, manage hiring/firing and complaints
  • Budgeting and managing a staff of 4 full time RN's and a large number of per diem nurses
  • Performed nurse coordination, when coordinator was not available
  • I'm presently still there, but looking to go back into the home, as I am not enjoying staying in the office and miss my patient contact.

Infusion RN

Home Solutions
Livingston, NJ
07.2009 - 09.2011
  • Managed a caseload of patients who require management of their intravenous access devices in the home environment
  • Educated patients on antibiotics, hydration, tpn, steroids, IVIG, inotropic, and chemotherapy, as well as enteral feedings
  • Also included in my duties were lab draws, working with the team in the office to make sure cases ran smoothly.

Per Diem Nurse

P.M. Pediatrics
Suffern, NY
03.2007 - 09.2009
  • Worked for Dr
  • G
  • Feingold who's entire practice is dedicated to biomedical treatment for Autistic children
  • Started IV's and administered biomedical therapy under the md's supervision
  • Also performed lab draws and educated family members on the Dr's
  • Protocols and treatment plans.

Staff RN

Atlantic Health System [Overlook and Morristown Hospital]
Summit, NJ
08.1997 - 09.2009
  • Worked on a 41-bed Neuro/Resp unit, containing 10 ventilator beds, with direct responsibility for 6 to 10 patients
  • Duties included caring for vent-dependent and neurologically impaired patients
  • Head trauma, CVA, MS, status post craniotomy and multi-trauma patient
  • Once stabilized in the ICU, these patients came to our unit for continued aggressive treatment
  • I spent the last several years as a charge nurse on this unit.

Staff RN

Montclair Community Hospital
Montclair, NJ
05.1997 - 08.1997
  • A 36 bed med/surg floor with direct responsibility for 6-7 patients
  • Duties included assessments, starting IV's, administering meds, wound care, pain management and taking charge for the unit to make sure it ran smoothly
  • Unfortunately, the hospital was closed shortly after I was hired.

Staff RN

Saint Claire's Home Health Care Agency
Boonton, NJ
07.1995 - 07.1997
  • Medicare certified agency providing nursing visits, case management, and admissions onto our services
  • Reported problems to the M.D.s, draw labs, and report abnormal clinical findings to the correct people
  • Educated patients on their disease processes, and provide medication and safety education as well.

Rehab Case Manager

U.S. Healthcare
Fairfield, NJ
03.1995 - 07.1995
  • Manage HMO members with CVA's, spinal cord injuries and brain trauma
  • In charge of members residing in NY, NJ, Conn, and Georgia
  • My duties were to assess member's functional/cognitive status and place them in an appropriate setting, as well as keep the members within the HMO network
  • A large part of my duties were comprised of performing UR and keeping the line of communication open in order to provide the members with the best possible care.

Orthopedic Case Manager

St. Joseph's Medical Center
Paterson, NJ
07.1994 - 03.1995
  • Managed cases from admission to discharge
  • Worked closely with the social workers, physicians and insurance companies in order to provide comprehensive treatment and recovery
  • This position also provided time to develop critical paths and care plans, which facilitated a cost effective plan of care.

Visiting Nurse

First Choice Home Health Care
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05.1993 - 10.1993
  • I was a visiting nurse who conducted assessments and evaluations
  • I educated patients on their meds, disease processes, wound care, and home safety
  • I notified appropriate parties of abnormal assessments, and managed the patient's under the guidelines of medicare.

Staff RN

Overlook Hospital
Summit, NJ
07.1991 - 04.1993
  • Orthopedic med/surg floor encompassing 46 beds, with direct responsibility for 8-13 patient's
  • Participates/ interacts with physicians in bedside procedures; additionally maintains responsibility for all the functions related to pre and post-operative care
  • Gathered information and conducts initial analysis of patient histories, performs physicals, and provides patients with ongoing post-op care
  • Utilized a variety of skills and equipment that included PCA pumps, EKG's, tractions, constavac reinfusion systems, CPM machines, Baxter pumps, blood product transfusions, wound care, catheterizations, suctioning, nebulizers, and assisting with ADL's.

Education

B.S. in Nursing -

Fairleigh Dickinson University
01.1991

B.A. in Psychology -

University of South Carolina
01.1989

Skills

  • Qualifications
  • Education
  • Experience
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Medication Management
  • Compassionate communication
  • Quality Improvement
  • Needs Assessment
  • Patient Examination
  • Care Coordination
  • Direct Patient Care

Affiliations

American Nurses Association

Certification

  • State of New Jersey RN
  • State of New York RN

Timeline

Home Infusion Registered Nurse

American Outcomes Management
02.2022 - Current

Infusion RN

Chilton Medical Center
12.2020 - 12.2024

Infusion RN

Nextron
02.2017 - 03.2022

Nurse Manager

Promptcare Home Infusion
06.2014 - 08.2015

Infusion RN

Community Surgical Supply
09.2011 - Current

Infusion RN

Home Solutions
07.2009 - 09.2011

Per Diem Nurse

P.M. Pediatrics
03.2007 - 09.2009

Staff RN

Atlantic Health System [Overlook and Morristown Hospital]
08.1997 - 09.2009

Staff RN

Montclair Community Hospital
05.1997 - 08.1997

Staff RN

Saint Claire's Home Health Care Agency
07.1995 - 07.1997

Rehab Case Manager

U.S. Healthcare
03.1995 - 07.1995

Orthopedic Case Manager

St. Joseph's Medical Center
07.1994 - 03.1995

Visiting Nurse

First Choice Home Health Care
05.1993 - 10.1993

Staff RN

Overlook Hospital
07.1991 - 04.1993

B.S. in Nursing -

Fairleigh Dickinson University

B.A. in Psychology -

University of South Carolina
Julie Gagliano