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Mary Jo Vallus

North Huntingdon,PA

Summary

Dynamic Critical Care Registered Nurse with fifteen years of critical care and emergency experience. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Dedicated to delivering best-in-class patient care and individualized plans for families and patients.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Jefferson Hospital
06.2024 - Current
  • Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
  • Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
  • Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
  • Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
  • Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.

Cardiac Monitor Technician

UPMC East
08.2022 - 06.2024
  • Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
  • Trained and supervised new cardiac monitor technicians on best practices and safety measures.
  • Collaborated with the healthcare team to maintain quality patient care.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient information.


Lead ER Tech

Emerus Holdings/AHN Neighborhood Hospital
10.2019 - 01.2023
  • Assisted with obtaining vitals, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
  • Placed peripheral IVs, and ultrasound guided IVs.
  • Facilitated transfer of patients to appropriate higher levels of care.
  • Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
  • Set schedules for ER Tech staff by planning and designating shifts and hours based on the department needs.

Advanced Patient Care Tech - ER

UPMC East
11.2018 - 12.2019


  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.

Education

Diploma - Nursing

Citizen's School of Nursing
Tarentum, PA
05.2024

No Degree -

Penn State University
New Kensington
05.2024

No Degree - Pre-Nursing

Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2018

Certification

  • EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician - Thru 3/31/2025
  • CPR - Thru 11/2024
  • Child Abuse Clearances
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Licensed RN
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Timeline

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Jefferson Hospital
06.2024 - Current

Cardiac Monitor Technician

UPMC East
08.2022 - 06.2024

Lead ER Tech

Emerus Holdings/AHN Neighborhood Hospital
10.2019 - 01.2023

Advanced Patient Care Tech - ER

UPMC East
11.2018 - 12.2019

Diploma - Nursing

Citizen's School of Nursing

No Degree -

Penn State University

No Degree - Pre-Nursing

Community College of Allegheny County

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