SUMALEE FIORELLO
Kenner,LA
Summary
Registered nurse with gastroenterology and Inflammatory Bowel Disease experience and a strong background in stakeholder engagement, clinical education, and territory-based care coordination. Proven ability to build trusted relationships with providers, staff, and patients while navigating complex treatment pathways, biologic therapies, and access barriers. Skilled in aligning clinical solutions with provider and patient needs, driving adoption through education, and operating in performance-driven environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse- Gastroenterology and IBD Clinic
East Jefferson General Hospital
Metairie, LA
10.2023 - Current
- Provide nursing support and care coordination for patients with chronic gastrointestinal conditions, including Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Coordinate diagnostic testing, endoscopic procedures, follow-up visits, and specialty referrals for GI patients
- Assist providers with ordering medications, including specialty and biologic therapies commonly used in IBD treatment
- Obtain prior authorizations for biologics, GI medications, and medical supplies, ensuring timely initiation and continuity of therapy
- Education patients on disease processes, medication adherence, potential side effects, and importance of follow-up care
- Collaborate closely with gastroenterologists, advanced practice providers, pharmacies, infusion centers, and insurance teams
- Utilize Epic EMR to document patient interactions, manage orders, and communicate clinical updates efficiently
Registered Nurse- Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Ochsner Sports Medicine Institute
New Orleans, LA
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Deliver post-operative nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical and procedural interventions
- Monitored vital signs, airway status, pain levels, fluid balance, and post-operative complications
- Educated patients and caregivers on post-procedure care, medication instructions, and discharge planning
Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit
Ochsner Medical Center
Kenner, LA
09.2016 - 11.2021
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in a high acuity ICU setting
- Managed complex medical emergencies including Code Blue, Code Stroke, and Code STEMI
- Assisted in intubations, central line placements, defibrillations, auto transfusions, cardioversions, and other necessary acute clinical procedures as part of patient care plan
Registered Nurse- Post-op Surgical Services
Ochsner Medical Center
Jefferson, LA
02.2014 - 09.2016
- Assess patients and carry out their individualized plan of care
- Perform skills within my scope of practice needed for patient’s care
- Utilized teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Build relationships with patients and co-workers to enable effective communication of instructions and other information pertinent to the patient’s wellbeing and care
- Gain effective time management skills
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of The Lake College
Baton Rouge, LA01-2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of The Lake College
Baton Rouge, LA01-2012
Skills
- Epic EMR and Data-Driven Follow-Up
- Patient-Centered Problem Solving
- Provider and Account Relationship Management
- Prior Authorization and Access Solutions
- Biologic and Specialty Therapy Education
- Goal-Oriented Performance
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Gastroenterology and IBD Clinic
East Jefferson General Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse- Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Ochsner Sports Medicine Institute
11.2021 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit
Ochsner Medical Center
09.2016 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse- Post-op Surgical Services
Ochsner Medical Center
02.2014 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of The Lake College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of The Lake College