MARY C. YARUSSI
Basking Ridge,NJ
Summary
Resourceful AVP with notable experience in overseeing operations, implementing strategic plans and managing team performance. Possess strong leadership skills, ability to foster productive relationships, and drive business growth. Made significant positive impact by reducing costs and increasing efficiencies in previous roles. Skilled in risk management, budgeting and regulatory compliance, offering solid foundation for success.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AVP Neurosciences
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
Livingston, NJ
08.2023 - Current
- Operational oversight of neurology and neurosurgical services for Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center and its outpatient offices
- Supported stroke team operations as they work towards a comprehensive stroke program
- Developed and implemented strategies to provide the highest level of clinical and patient services while also meeting all regulatory requirements and financial expectations
- Built job descriptions, recruited and onboarding mulitple specialty neurologists and support staff
- Collaborated with senior management to develop long-term business plans for the growth of neuroscience at CBMC
Director of Neuroscience Service Line
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
Livingston, NJ
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
- Directed the organization's daily operations
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify areas of improvement in existing research processes.
- Ensured compliance with ethical standards while conducting research activities.
- Developed recruitment strategies for enrolling eligible subjects into studies.
- Conducted literature reviews related to specific research topics.
Director of Operations and Clinical Services
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center
Livingston, NJ
08.2018 - 02.2022
- Built and expanded an effective multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, rehab professionals, and navigators to care for patients afflicted with this disease
- Managed daily operations of Multiple Sclerosis Center both operationally and clinically
- Responsible for program outcomes and building of medical neighborhoods
- Oversaw budgeting and quality control of the Research arm of the Multiple Sclerosis Center
Clinical Coordinator
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center
Livingston, NJ
09.2010 - 08.2018
- Coordinated care for patients with multiple sclerosis at our comprehensive center and educated patients on Multiple Sclerosis and its treatment modalities; practice liaison for off-site physicians and infusion centers
- Managed monoclonal antibody and chemotherapy infusions from authorization to infusion site; Research Coordinator for Stratify 2 study
- Managed RN, LPN, and medical assistant roles in delivering comprehensive care to our patients
Recovery Room Nurse for Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Saint Barnabas Outpatient Center
Livingston, NJ
04.2007 - 09.2010
- Provided quality post-operative nursing care to patients in busy outpatient center
- Adeptly handled problems, delivered quality care, and set post-operative goals
Nurse for the Pain Institute
Saint Barnabas Outpatient Center
Livingston, NJ
09.1999 - 05.2002
- Managed chronic pain patients in thriving physiatrist's office
- Responsible for intake interviews and assessments of new patients, follow-up assessments, medication management, and patient education
- Provided support to chronic pain patients, offering multidisciplinary solutions in coordination with the physician as well as streamlined patient access to the physician
- Acquired authorizations from insurance companies on medications, radiology studies, and assistive devices
Registered Nurse, SICU
Saint Barnabas Medical Center
Livingston, NJ
10.1995 - 11.1999
- Utilized advanced critical thinking skills when assessing changes in patient conditions or responding to emergencies.
- Responded quickly to cardiac arrest situations while providing life support measures such as CPR or defibrillation until relieved by emergency personnel.
- Managed time efficiently between multiple tasks while maintaining focus on quality care delivery.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
- Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and progress towards goals.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
Burn ICU RN
Saint Barnabas Medical Center
Livingston, NJ
06.1992 - 10.1995
- Performed emergency medical procedures, such as advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), when necessary.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal care for patients in the Burn ICU.
- Provided emotional support and education for family members of burn patients.
- Managed ventilator settings and monitored arterial lines in accordance with protocols.
- Acted as a preceptor for new staff members in the Burn ICU setting.
- Utilized evidence-based practice when providing care to patients in the Burn ICU unit.
- Implemented infection control protocols in order to reduce risk of infection among burn patients.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, PA05.1992
Skills
- Operational leadership
- Performance Improvement
- Organizational Development
- Growth planning
- Office Administration
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Communications
- Research oversight and delivery
Accomplishments
IV Immunoglobulin Confounds JC Virus Antibody Serostatus Determination: Ilya Kister, MD, Geoffrey Kuesters, PhD, Eric Chamot, MD, PhD, Mirza Omari, MPH, Kim Dontas, RN, Mary Yarussi, RN, Meena Subramanyam, PhD, and Joseph Herbert, MD
Jaber, A., Patel, M., Sylvester, A. et al. COVID-19 Vaccine Response in People with Multiple Sclerosis Treated with Dimethyl Fumarate, Diroximel Fumarate, Natalizumab, Ocrelizumab, or Interferon Beta Therapy. Neurol Ther 12, 687–700 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40120-023-00448-x
Certification
- MSCN
- CITI training
- BLS
- Burn/Wound Care
- Critical Care
Timeline
AVP Neurosciences
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Director of Neuroscience Service Line
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
02.2022 - 08.2023
Director of Operations and Clinical Services
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center
08.2018 - 02.2022
Clinical Coordinator
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center
09.2010 - 08.2018
Recovery Room Nurse for Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Saint Barnabas Outpatient Center
04.2007 - 09.2010
Nurse for the Pain Institute
Saint Barnabas Outpatient Center
09.1999 - 05.2002
Registered Nurse, SICU
Saint Barnabas Medical Center
10.1995 - 11.1999
Burn ICU RN
Saint Barnabas Medical Center
06.1992 - 10.1995
- MSCN
- CITI training
- BLS
- Burn/Wound Care
- Critical Care
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
East Stroudsburg University
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