Ria N. Rodney
Princeton,NJ
Summary
Experienced visionary public health professional with over 10 years of diverse experience. Demonstrated success in enhancing public health systems using evidence-based practices, effective leadership, quality improvement initiatives, and cross-sector collaboration. Skilled in managing complex public health challenges, leading healthcare projects, and supporting multidisciplinary teams to achieve exceptional outcomes. Educational degrees and licensure include a Master of Science in Social Work (Licensed Social Worker) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Registered Nurse).
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
State of New Jersey
08.2023 - Current
- I support the Office of the First Lady and the State of New Jersey in the mission to make NJ the safest and most equitable state to deliver and raise a baby
- Director of the cross-sector quality improvement effort to address maternal health disparities in the state of NJ
- Project Portfolio Highlights:
- Universal Home Visitation Program to support parents and infants in the post-partum period
- Initiated roll out and appropriate staffing in 10 of 21 NJ counties across a 5-year implementation and scaling plan
- Expansion of hospital-based implementation strategies for shared decision making for induction and labor by 10 facilities in one year
- Hospital partnership in meeting implementation of all AIM Bundle objectives
- Performs site-visits and evaluations of all 48 NJ LDRP hospitals and birthing centers to adhere to national clinical quality improvement standards
- Advises on Perinatal workforce development
- Increased the number of trained doulas by over 50 participants across 5 counties in one year
- Advises on the statewide Stillbirth Awareness Campaign & Preeclampsia Campaign
- Participates and advises in interdisciplinary meetings across sectors of government to advance MCH goals
- Serves as a liaison between the Office of the First Lady and maternal child health community-based organizations
- Co-facilitator of SIM Lab and CEUs for RNs and Community Health Workers (CHWs) in NJ
- Senior Advisor to President of NJ Maternal and Infant Health Innovation Authority, MIHIA
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Adjunct Professor
The College of New Jersey
01.2020 - Current
- Adjunct Professor at The College of New Jersey for the WGSS Department
- Courses Taught: Reproductive Justice and Foundations in Community Birth Work and Doula Practice
Registered Nurse, CN II Office Practice Nurse for MSKCC Breast Clinic
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
12.2018 - 08.2022
- Functions in reciprocal Nurse-Physician based Ambulatory Care Practice Model for office practice of 30 Physicians
- Provides clinical support to staff members and assist with management of a caseload of Breast Oncology patients
- Performs patient assessments and provides symptom management
- Content Expert: writes the patient education available on the MSKCC website
- Publications: Managing Chemotherapy and Side Effects, Breast and Imaging Center Support Services, Neoadjuvant Therapy for Breast Cancer
- Participates in the implementation of patient education and clinical support programs to ensure optimal care throughout the healthcare continuum
- Increased patient satisfaction scores in 4:4 scoring areas 6 months after the implementation of the Quality Improvement Project: New Patient Orientation Packet
- Workplace Leadership Committees: Medical Emergency Response Team (Outpatient Rapid Response), Patient Education Content Expert Dept of Breast Medicine
- Accomplishments: Nurse of the Year for the Dept, 2019
Doula, Self Employed
08.2015 - 04.2020
- Provides pre-natal, labor, and postpartum support to families
Registered Nurse, Travel Nursing
Cross Country Travel Corp
08.2018 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse, Travel Nursing
Anders Group
06.2018 - 08.2018
RN Team Member of Post-Partum Mother Baby Services
New York Presbyterian Hospital
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Provides post-partum care including pain management, breastfeeding support, assessments, and patient education
- Cares for 4-5 mother-baby couplets
- Cross-trained in level II NICU
- Accomplishments: Reduced falls on unit with implementation of postpartum falls safety bundle
Registered Nurse
Maimonides Medical Center
08.2016 - 12.2017
- RN Team Member of Kronish 6 Oncology Services Medical/ Surgical & Oncology In-patient
- Performed initial assessments and works with primary providers to plan, implement, and evaluate care for oncology and medical surgical patients
- Administered chemotherapy
- Adeptly handled all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care to monitoring for 6-8 patients per shift
Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Union Memorial Hospital
10.2015 - 04.2016
- Provided post anesthesia care to orthopedic surgical patients and perioperative services
Birth Companion Doula: Student Nurse
Johns Hopkins University
10.2014 - 07.2015
- Provided pre-natal and post-partum educational home visits for mothers in the Baltimore area
- Assisted mothers in creating a birth plan
- Provided labor coaching for mothers using various comfort measures including massage, visualization, and emotional support
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Johns Hopkins University, School of Nursing
07.2015
Master of Science -
Columbia University, School of Social Work
05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
The College of New Jersey
12.2008
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Policy Advocacy
- Project Management
- Staff Management
- Government Relations
- Performance Evaluation and Monitoring
- KPI Tracking
Certification
Basic Life Support, Ecard Code 235414741710
American Heart Association, 3/2023-3/2025
Chemotherapy & Biotherapy
Oncology Nursing Society, ONS ID Number 633495
Trained Doula
DONA International, November 2023
Licensed Social Worker
State of New Jersey, Jan 2024
Perinatal Mood Disorders
Postpartum International, June 2024
Perinatal Grief & Bereavement
Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), July 2024
Registered Nurse
New York State Office of the Professions, License Number 716581
Timeline
Director
State of New Jersey
08.2023 - Current
Adjunct Professor
The College of New Jersey
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, CN II Office Practice Nurse for MSKCC Breast Clinic
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
12.2018 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse, Travel Nursing
Cross Country Travel Corp
08.2018 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse, Travel Nursing
Anders Group
06.2018 - 08.2018
RN Team Member of Post-Partum Mother Baby Services
New York Presbyterian Hospital
01.2018 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse
Maimonides Medical Center
08.2016 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Union Memorial Hospital
10.2015 - 04.2016
Doula, Self Employed
08.2015 - 04.2020
Birth Companion Doula: Student Nurse
Johns Hopkins University
10.2014 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
The College of New Jersey
Basic Life Support, Ecard Code 235414741710
American Heart Association, 3/2023-3/2025
Chemotherapy & Biotherapy
Oncology Nursing Society, ONS ID Number 633495
Trained Doula
DONA International, November 2023
Licensed Social Worker
State of New Jersey, Jan 2024
Perinatal Mood Disorders
Postpartum International, June 2024
Perinatal Grief & Bereavement
Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), July 2024
Registered Nurse
New York State Office of the Professions, License Number 716581
Bachelor of Science -
Johns Hopkins University, School of Nursing
Master of Science -
Columbia University, School of Social Work
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