Julie Skal
Chicora,PA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in cardiovascular, acute care, and long-term care. Expertise in staff education, clinical instruction, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Holds a Master of Science in Nursing with a focus on Nurse Informatics, enhancing evidence-based practice and quality improvement. Committed to developing clinicians and improving patient outcomes through effective education and mentorship.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Invasive Cardiology Nurse
Independence Health
Butler, PA
11.2023 - Current
- Delivered clinical instruction, orientation, competency validation, and ongoing mentorship as primary preceptor for newly hired nurses, enhancing their readiness for patient care.
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, patient-centered cardiovascular care.
- Facilitated implementation of TAVR program by developing workflows, educating staff, and coordinating interdisciplinary efforts, improving overall program efficiency.
- Monitor patient hemodynamic status throughout procedures and maintain accurate documentation within the electronic health record.
- Promote adherence to regulatory standards, organizational policies, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Led orientation, competency validation, and mentorship as primary preceptor for newly hired nurses, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Nurse Manager / Procedural Float Pool Nurse
Allegheny Health Network (AHN) - Wexford
Wexford, PA
06.2021 - 11.2023
- Supervised and mentored multidisciplinary teams of registered nurses, Echo Technologists, EKG Technologists, and EEG Technologists.
- Coordinated orientation, onboarding, and competency development for new clinical staff, enhancing their integration and effectiveness.
- Identified educational needs and coached staff to elevate clinical performance and improve patient outcomes.
- Identified educational needs and provided coaching to improve clinical performance and patient outcomes.
- Coordinated orientation, onboarding, and competency development for new clinical staff.
- Promoted culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning, ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory standards to enhance patient safety.
Staff Nurse (Grade 2, Step 6)
Veterans Affairs Community Living Center
Butler, PA
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Delivered compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to veterans with complex medical conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to create and execute tailored care plans that address specific patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on effective disease management strategies, medication adherence, and comprehensive discharge planning.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation in accordance with Veterans Affairs and regulatory requirements.
- Advocated for patient-centered care, ensuring dignity, safety, and high-quality outcomes for all patients.
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Nurse Navigator
Allegheny General Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
11.2018 - 06.2020
- Coordinated care for patients with congestive heart failure, enhancing patient outcomes and decreasing hospital readmissions.
- Designed and delivered individualized patient and family education focused on disease management, medication adherence, lifestyle modification, and self-care.
- Assisted patients in utilizing mobile health technology to improve engagement and continuity of care.
- Facilitated patient use of mobile health technology, increasing engagement and ensuring continuity of care.
- Analyzed clinical data to identify trends, implementing evidence-based interventions that enhanced quality outcomes.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Nurse Informatics
Western Governors University
Millcreek, UT08-2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
PennWest Edinboro University
Edinboro, PA01-2002
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Gannon University
Erie, PA05-2000
Skills
- Clinical Staff Training
- Nursing Orientation & Onboarding
- Patient and Family Education
- Family education
- Patient Education Strategies
- Quality & Performance Improvement
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Data Analytics & Clinical Documentation
- Patient Care Protocols
- Regulatory Compliance
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Staff Education & Professional Development
- Clinical Data Interpretation
- Critical thinking
- Team Building & Mentorship
- Interdisciplinary Team Leadership
Credentials
- MSN
- RN
Teaching And Education Experience
- Primary preceptor responsible for orienting and mentoring newly hired nurses in invasive cardiology.
- Developed individualized teaching strategies to support competency development and clinical confidence.
- Educated patients and families on cardiovascular disease management, medications, and lifestyle modifications using evidence-based teaching methods.
- Coached multidisciplinary team members to improve communication, collaboration, and patient-centered care.
- Supported implementation of quality improvement initiatives through education, mentoring, and evidence-based practice.
- Promoted lifelong learning by encouraging professional development and continuous competency improvement.
Timeline
Invasive Cardiology Nurse
Independence Health
11.2023 - Current
Nurse Manager / Procedural Float Pool Nurse
Allegheny Health Network (AHN) - Wexford
06.2021 - 11.2023
Staff Nurse (Grade 2, Step 6)
Veterans Affairs Community Living Center
06.2020 - 06.2021
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Nurse Navigator
Allegheny General Hospital
11.2018 - 06.2020
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Nurse Informatics
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
PennWest Edinboro University
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Gannon University