Leslie Yousefi
Ashburn,VA
Summary
Dynamic registered nurse at Inova Schar and Vascular Institute, adept at patient care coordination, and fostering team collaboration. Proven track record in advocating for patient needs and enhancing workflow optimization, resulting in improved care transitions. Strong communicator with critical thinking skills, committed to delivering exceptional healthcare outcomes. I thrive in a team-oriented environment, leading from a place of camaraderie to empower those around me and demonstrate commitment to the team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Logistics Coordinator
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
03.2023 - Current
- Acted as a liaison between physicians and staff members to ensure a safe transition of care and appropriate placement.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations related to the protection of confidential patient information.
- Facilitated communication between ED nurses, floor nurses, and healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to advocate for individual patient needs.
- Coordinated care for patients, oversaw admission processes and managed patient flows.
- Demonstrated flexibility during changes to patient care practice (levels of care).
- Established strong work network by building professional relationships with physicians and fellow employees.
- Provided administrative support for patient care staff.
Member, IFMC Ethics Committee
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
01.2023 - Current
- Active member representing IHSVI nurses on a system-wide committee.
- Collaborates in critical discussions to include multi-disciplinary care teams.
- Meets on the fourth Friday of each month, intermittently if a crisis occurs and needs require.
- Participated in conferences related to ethics, or medical care services.
- Participated in ethics committee meetings discussing ethical issues related to critically ill patients.
VAD Resource RN
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Unit Overview: CTU4 specializes in a patient population, including LVADs, heart/lung transplants, heart failure, and pulmonary hypertension.
- Assisted in piloting the VAD Resource RN program.
- Covers after-hours emergent and non-emergent calls related to VAD function.
- Critical monitoring of VAD surgical procedures, with and without sedation.
- Maintains the functionality of equipment as necessary (EBB, Controllers).
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
CARE Peer Support Member
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted team members with developing healthy coping skills to manage stressors.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in need of emotional and mental support.
- Attended trainings focused on best practices for working with individuals experiencing mental health issues.
- Provided feedback regarding program operations and improvement opportunities.
- Developed positive relationships with team members by providing a safe, supportive environment.
- Actively listened and responded empathetically when interacting with team members.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Assisted others through dynamic relationships built on trust and utilized effective listening and interpersonal skills.
RN Unit Supervisor / RN4
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Co-chair of the Safety Squad committee, ensuring nurse-led knowledge and research on the unit.
- The chair of the Beacon Award Project Committee, leading the unit-based council in drafting the Beacon document.
- Chair of the Clinical Ladder and Professional Development Committee - to date, our committee has increased our certified nurse ratio by 20% since its inception in 2021.
- Analyzed data collected from surveys or research studies conducted by the committee in order to make informed decisions about future plans.
- Ensures the safety of patients and staff by completing regular Eoscene rounding.
- Completes Joint Commission AMP Tracer Rounds daily.
- Facilitated open dialogue among team members during meetings by encouraging participation from all individuals present.
- Reviewed reports submitted by staff members regarding ongoing projects or initiatives and provided feedback as needed.
Charge Nurse
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
11.2020 - 03.2023
- Passionate team member who assumes leadership in ensuring the success of the entire team as a whole unit
- Regularly advocates for patients and staff to ensure continuity of care
- Assigns patient assignments appropriately using
- Orchestrates regular Cipher Orchid Leader Rounds
- Ensures unit is in safe, functioning order free of damaged property and appropriately stocked
RN2 / Preceptor
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Contributing role on the education committee in creating posters and resource binders to aid in educating staff on existing and new material pertinent to the patient population.
- Consistently acts as a presenter on the unit, sharing unit-based knowledge, as well as new material related to disease processes commonly found on CTU4, and safety information.
- Collaborates regularly with staff in precepting new nurses.
- A passionate team member who very seriously assumes leadership in ensuring the success of the entire team as a whole unit.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans for assigned cases.
- Provided guidance and support to new nurses during their orientation period.
New Grad Nurse
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Registered Nurse, CTU4, Inova Heart and Vascular Institute
- Inova Fairfax Medical campus
- Holds ACLS and BLS certifications
- Holds LVAD, Transplant and Remodulin certifications
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Arlington, Virginia01.2019
Master of Leadership in Nursing -
West Governor's University
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Attentive
- Caring
- Empathetic
- Excellent multitasker
- Time management
- Strong communication skills (oral, written)
- Problem solver
- Reliable
- Dependable
- Attention to detail
- Solid interpersonal skills
- Ability to read different situations
- Identify what is needed
- Patient care coordination
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Workflow optimization
Certification
- PCCN Certification, 05/01/21
- BLS (American Heart Association)
- ACLS (American Heart Association)
- LVAD Certified (Thoratec/Medtronic)
- Transplant Certification
- Remodulin/Veletri/Tyvaso Certified
- Mediport Access SuperUser/Educator
- Restraints SuperUser/Educator
- AACN- student membership, 2018
- FEMA Disaster Training 100
- FEMA Disaster Training 200
- NCSBN Substance Abuse Training
- NCSBN Vaccination/Immunization Training
Personal Information
Title: BSN, RN PCCN RN4
References
- Yvonne Saa, Professional (Salon Bleu), 703-678-1232
- Dr. Melanie Maravilla, Personal, 703-282-9632
- Tithyda Pal, Professional (CTU4, IHVI), 703-819-8425
- Bernadette Stratton, Professional (IHVI, NRP), 703-963-6122
Committees
- Education Committee - Presenter
- Safety Squad - Chair
- Beacon Award Project - Chair
- Heart Failure Champions
- Clinical Ladder and Professional Growth Committee - Chair
Activities
- Chamberlain Scholarship Recipient - Awarded to dedicated students reflecting a strong commitment to academic excellence
- Phi Theta Kappa Member (National Honor Society) - Member since 2015
- Diedre Castranova Award Recipient - award for excellence in team building, work performance and commitment (PR@Partners)
- Graham Webb Award Recipient - award for academic excellence
Timeline
Clinical Logistics Coordinator
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
03.2023 - Current
Member, IFMC Ethics Committee
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
01.2023 - Current
VAD Resource RN
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
01.2023 - 12.2025
CARE Peer Support Member
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
01.2022 - Current
RN Unit Supervisor / RN4
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
12.2021 - 03.2023
Charge Nurse
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
11.2020 - 03.2023
RN2 / Preceptor
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
01.2020 - 03.2020
New Grad Nurse
Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
09.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Master of Leadership in Nursing -
West Governor's University