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Julie Flanagan

Ladd

Summary

Certified Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist with background in providing advanced patient care, performing comprehensive assessments, and coordinating healthcare teams. Possess strong skills in critical thinking, case management, and clinical expertise within adult patient population. Previous work has yielded improvements in patient outcomes through effective treatment planning and implementation. Committed to delivering high standards of compassionate care while maintaining current knowledge of nursing practices and medical advancements.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education

Work History

APRN Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist

OSF GI
Princeton
07.2023 - 07.2025
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Assessed patient conditions and provided evidence-based treatment recommendations.
  • Educated patients and families on chronic disease management strategies
  • Continuation of my previous role as an APRN for Associated Gastroenterology Consultants.
  • Serving as a liaison between gastroenterology and surgical services to provide endoscopic care in a timely manner ensuring efficacy in the workplace.

APRN Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist

Associated Gastroenterology Consultants
Peru
03.2010 - 06.2023
  • Developed and implemented patient educational programs to improve outcomes in high risk populations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes ones and ensure continuity of care.
  • Facilitated communication between healthcare providers regarding best practices for patient care.
  • Served as a mentor and preceptor to newly hired APNs and newly hired nurses providing guidance on professional development opportunities.
  • Assisted physicians in developing treatment plans and managing medications for optimum patient health outcomes.
  • Attending continuing education courses relevant to current trends in nursing practice.
  • Evaluated effectiveness or interventions through assessment of vital signs, laboratory results, and diagnostic studies.

Registered Nurse

Associated Gastroenterology Consultants
Peru
01.2008 - 03.2010
  • A registered nurse in a gastroenterology setting assisting with triage for 2 years with ongoing advanced training prior to graduating a CNS program.
  • Performed ongoing assessments, notifying supervising clinicians of abnormal findings.
  • Documented patient assessment findings and response to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.
  • Liased with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health care services to meet patients’ complex care needs.
  • Educated patients and family members about treatments, care plans, and other relevant information.

Registered Nurse

St. Margaret Hospital
Spring Valley
03.2001 - 01.2008
  • Worked 4 years in the endoscopy unit assisting with EGDs, colonoscopies, and ERCPs with on-call requirements for emergency procedures.
  • Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinicians of abnormal findings.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs.
  • Set up and prepare medical equipment to aid physician during examination and treatment.
  • Keep accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
  • Assisted in pain management clinic.
  • Did work in the recovery unit following surgeries as well as same day surgery.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Nurse Specialist

St. Francis College of Nursing
Peoria, IL
08.2004 - 05.2009

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
08.1996 - 05.1998

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
08.1992 - 05.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
08.1992 - 05.1996

Skills

  • Evidence-based practice
  • Patient education
  • Advanced assessment
  • Care coordination

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

APRN Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist

OSF GI
07.2023 - 07.2025

APRN Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist

Associated Gastroenterology Consultants
03.2010 - 06.2023

Registered Nurse

Associated Gastroenterology Consultants
01.2008 - 03.2010

Master of Science - Clinical Nurse Specialist

St. Francis College of Nursing
08.2004 - 05.2009

Registered Nurse

St. Margaret Hospital
03.2001 - 01.2008

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
08.1996 - 05.1998

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
08.1992 - 05.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
08.1992 - 05.1996
Julie Flanagan