Ursula Ferrari
Wilmington,DE
Summary
Accomplished nurse with extensive experience in student health evaluation and infection control measures, notably at Howard High School of Technology and Delaware Psychiatric Center. Excelled in developing treatment protocols and leading health education initiatives, significantly improving patient care standards. Skilled in behavioral evaluations and crisis intervention, demonstrating a profound impact on patient and student wellbeing.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
New Castle County Vocational Technical School District
02.2000 - 07.2024
- Provided quality, direct nursing services for chronic and episodic conditions
- Coordinated care for students with chronic health conditions
- Completed health screenings and referrals for a school of 970 students
- Educated students and faculty on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing
- Provided on-site health resources for students, families, and staff
Outpatient Detox Nurse
North East Treatment Centers
03.1998 - 04.2000
- Developed treatment protocols for Ambulatory Medical Stabilization (detoxification) and Revia Relapse Prevention
- Provided nursing care to clients in need of out-patient detoxification, medical stabilization, and treatment of addiction and mental illness
- Performed triage assessments to determine appropriate level of care
- Coordinated health education services, such as: CPR, First Aid, Infection Control, and HIV Educational Workshops to staff and clients
Staff/Charge Nurse
St. Francis Hospital
01.1988 - 11.1997
- Provided nursing care on 21-bed acute locked psychiatric unit
- Performed emergency psychiatric assessments and crisis intervention counseling
- Provided counseling and education
- Supervised up to six nurses and patient care assistants
Infection Control Nurse
Delaware Psychiatric Center
12.1990 - 03.1993
- Led 10 member Infection Control Committee for 300-bed facility
- Implemented standards of care developed by the Committee
- Developed, renewed, and revised all infection control and HIV related policies
- Collaborated with Training Department to provide employee orientation and additional employee training
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05.1987
Skills
- Epipen Administration
- Student Health Evaluation
- Behavioral Evaluations
- Injury Treatment
- Infection control measures
Certification
National Board Certified School Nurse, 2023
BLS Certification, 2023
Timeline
School Nurse
New Castle County Vocational Technical School District
02.2000 - 07.2024
Outpatient Detox Nurse
North East Treatment Centers
03.1998 - 04.2000
Infection Control Nurse
Delaware Psychiatric Center
12.1990 - 03.1993
Staff/Charge Nurse
St. Francis Hospital
01.1988 - 11.1997
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Delaware
National Board Certified School Nurse, 2023
BLS Certification, 2023
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