Madeline Laqua
Smyrna,GA
Summary
Accomplished healthcare professional with proven expertise in patient advocacy, advanced medical communication, and clinical supervision. Excelled in staff training and multidisciplinary team efficiency. Demonstrated leadership in patient care and education while simultaneously contributing to improving processes in transplant and medication management. Skilled in strategic relationship building, and ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transplant Coordinator
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Manage general hepatology and transplant patients' medical care through EPIC.
- Lead multidisciplinary conferences and patient education classes.
- Implement protocols and policies to ensure effective and efficient transplant evaluation.
- Communicate with multidisciplinary teams to continuously alter patient-specific care plans.
- Guide patients through the transplant process while staying up to date with advancements in transplant medicine and research.
- Communicate effectively with pharmaceutical companies and pharmacies to ensure a smooth delivery of medications by assisting with prior authorizations and patient assistance programs, while continuously engaging in conversations around improving patient access.
- Train new staff as a preceptor to provide support and guidance, ensuring a smooth transition of staff into their new role.
Clinical Nurse 2 - Charge Nurse/Preceptor, Transplant Stepdown Unit (Nephrology, Hepatology, GI)
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
02.2019 - 08.2022
- Provided skilled nursing care to kidney and liver transplant candidates.
- Acted as charge nurse, including making decisions on unit staffing and staying organized to ensure smooth transitions during patient admissions and discharges.
- Trained new staff as a preceptor to provide support and guidance during the training process.
- Contributed to and implemented a patient's plan of care with an interdisciplinary team, including MDs, NPs, nutritionists, pharmacists, and social workers.
- Provided patient care using a skill set including administering complex infusions, CVL management, and Peritoneal Dialysis Administration.
- Educated patients and families on the transplant process, medications, and lifestyle changes for discharge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emory University
12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Iowa State University
05.2017
Skills
- Advanced Time Management for Clinical Priorities
- High- Level Medical Communication
- Patient Advocacy and Education
- Clinical Supervision
- Staff training and Development
- Multidisciplinary Team Leadership
- Strategic Relationship Building with Key Opinion Leaders
Certification
- Registered Nurse: Georgia License #RN283836
Timeline
Transplant Coordinator
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Clinical Nurse 2 - Charge Nurse/Preceptor, Transplant Stepdown Unit (Nephrology, Hepatology, GI)
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
02.2019 - 08.2022
- Registered Nurse: Georgia License #RN283836
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emory University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Iowa State University
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