Hi, I’m
Victoria Pugliese
Nursing
Greenville,NC
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse and Clinical Instructor at East Carolina University, adept in clinical expertise and teaching, significantly improved patient satisfaction and student performance. Demonstrated excellence in healthcare technology proficiency and active listening, mentoring with a professional demeanor. Achieved notable advancements in nursing best practices and education methodologies, fostering teamwork and patient safety. Experienced nursing professional with proven teaching expertise and devotion to building up new nurses with skills necessary to excel in today's healthcare settings. Top-notch clinical expertise, sound judgment and strengths in workflow optimization and strategic planning. Vigilant and conscientious about isolating and resolving concerns. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
33
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
East Carolina University Medical Center
Registered Nurse, Preceptor, Charge Nurse, Triage
1993.05 - 2024.05 (31 years)
Job overview
- Precepted new nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices over the last 30+ years..
- Oversaw work of nursing student technicians and ex-terns to educate on proper procedures and how to prioritize care tasks.
- Managed complex caseloads while prioritizing time-sensitive tasks for efficient nursing care delivery.
- Served as a liaison between patients'' families and healthcare providers to address concerns and ensure comprehensive support systems were in place.
- Advanced evidence-based practice methodologies within the unit through continuous review of current literature on nursing best practices.
- Improved patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
- Demonstrated adaptability and versatility in various nursing roles, including direct patient care, preceptor ship, and administrative responsibilities.
- Increased positive employee relations by serving as a mentor for new hires during their orientation process.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering professional growth and confidence in clinical skills.
- Exhibited strong clinical judgment in critical situations, leading to successful interventions during emergencies or rapid changes in patient status.
- Directly cared for patients at least 192+ hours each month to maintain currency on clinical techniques.
- Decreased infection rates by implementing strict adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans for optimal patient outcomes and recovery.
- Coordinated with physicians to ensure accurate medication administration and treatment adherence.
East Carolina University of Nursing
Clinical Instructor Adjunct Faculty
2018.12 - 2024.04 (5 years & 4 months)
Job overview
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Improved student performance with regular assessments and feedback on their clinical skills and knowledge.
- Promoted critical thinking among nursing students by introducing complex case studies during lectures.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Enhanced student understanding of the nursing profession by sharing personal experiences, insights, and challenges faced within various healthcare settings.
- Ensured adherence to institutional policies regarding academic integrity and professionalism among nursing students during their clinical experiences.
- Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
- Maintained a supportive learning environment, addressing individual student needs and concerns throughout the course.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to ensure consistency in teaching methods and curriculum content.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Analyzed clinical settings' success in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
- Provide clinical instruction to 9 Accelerated Bachelors in Nursing and 3 year, 3rd semester nursing students in clinical settings on 2 North Progressive Care taking care of tracheotomy, ventilator, multiple medical comorbidities.
Carresant Care Nursing Home
Charge Nurse
1990.12 - 1993.04 (2 years & 4 months)
Job overview
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
Education
East Carolina University , Greenville
Master of Science from Masters in Nursing
05.2026
University Overview
- 3.6 GPA
Kaplan University , Online
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
05.2010
University Overview
- Honor Roll 2009, and 2010
- Dean's List 2009, and 2010
- 4.2 GPA
Humber College , Etobicoke Ontario, Canada
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
06.1991
University Overview
- Completed AP course in Anatomy And Physiology
- Relevant Coursework: Nursing
- 3.4 GPA
John F Ross CVI , Guelph Ontario Canada
High School Diploma
06.1986
University Overview
- 3.6 GPA
- Extracurricular Activities: Soccer, Cheer Leading
Skills
- Nursing Documentation
- Clinical expertise
- Teaching and Mentoring
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Instructor
Certification
- PCCN Training - 2010
- BLS and ACLS Instructors
Timeline
Clinical Instructor Adjunct Faculty
East Carolina University of Nursing
2018.12 - 2024.04 (5 years & 4 months)
Registered Nurse, Preceptor, Charge Nurse, Triage
East Carolina University Medical Center
1993.05 - 2024.05 (31 years)
Charge Nurse
Carresant Care Nursing Home
1990.12 - 1993.04 (2 years & 4 months)
East Carolina University
Master of Science from Masters in Nursing
Kaplan University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Humber College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
John F Ross CVI
High School Diploma
- PCCN Training - 2010
- BLS and ACLS Instructors
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