Janet Atarthi-Dugan

Serves in a dual administrative/faculty role, providing complete administrative oversight and management for the BSN completion program, concurrent enrollment plan and dual degree 1+2+1 plan in tandem with Germanna Community College (~200 undergraduate students). Additional duties include making teaching assignments, faculty recruitment/development/evaluation, student advisement, fiscal management and resource allotment

Director of Nursing, BSN Completion Program - University of Mary Washington - Fredericksburg, VA

(2018)

Serves in a dual administrative/faculty role, providing complete administrative oversight and management for the BSN completion program, concurrent enrollment plan and dual degree 1+2+1 plan in tandem with Germanna Community College (~200 undergraduate students). Additional duties include making teaching assignments, faculty recruitment/development/evaluation, student advisement, fiscal management and resource allotment

Nursing Faculty, BSN Completion Program - University of Mary Washington - Fredericksburg, VA

(2014 - 2018)

Academic Assignments included The Role of the Professional Nurse (NURS 310), Holistic Health Assessment for the Professional Nurse (NURS 320), Current Nursing Issues and Trends (NURS 430). Developed overall cuuricula, assessed students work, and administered grades for online courses within the BSN-C Program. Responsible for development of policies about academic disputes, progression, and admissions.

Chair of the Admissions Committee and freshman advisor to 1+2+1 pre-nursing students. Collaborated in preparations for CCNE accreditation review and completion of CCNE self-study report (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, initial evaluation of BSN-C Program).

Assistant Director and Nursing Faculty Lead, BSN Program - Stratford University - Fairfax, VA

(2011 - 2014)

Academic assignments included didactic and clinical courses: Case Studies in Pathophysiology (NSG 210), Pharmacology I (NSG 220), Pharmacology II (NSG 225), Adult Health I (NSG 240, including clinical), Complex Care (NSG 430, including clinical), NCLEX Preparation (NSG 492). Actively recruited and mentored 17 Masters prepared nurse educators, including highly sought maternity, mental health, community and geriatric specialties. Led the initiative and trained faculty to transition all nursing courses to a computerized testing model.

Designed and implemented clinical evaluation tools using the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) model with proposed targets for knowledge, skills, and attitudes. Full coordinator of clinical site affiliations and placements for a student body of 95 nursing students.

Faculty, BSN Program - Marymount University - Arlington, VA

(2011 - 2011)

Academic Assignment included: NU 236 Nursing Fundamentals. Developed syllabus and overall course structure including exams and medication math tutorials. Proficient using Blackboard software platform.

Clinical Instructor, AAS-N Program - Northern Virginia Community College - Springfield, VA

(2008 - 2011)

Academic Assignment: Adult Health II (clinicals). Individualized clinical instruction to second year nursing students in an Adult Health course. Maintained clinical standards and course expectations throughout each term. Personally developed conference topics to meet curriculum objectives. Provided final evaluation (via written and verbal feedback).

eICU Registered Nurse - Advocate Health Care - Oakbrook, IL

(2015 - 2017)

Responsible for providing telenursing to a diverse population of critically ill adults across multiple ICUs at various hospitals. Utilizing evidenced informed practice, assembles a focused assessment of physiological, psychological, and medical record data. Provides proactive, continuous monitoring, early intervention, and ongoing care with the goal to decrease ICU related morbidity and mortality.

Collects and analyzes patient and family data for the purpose of assessment, diagnosis, and management. Acts as a patient advocate and expert resource to inpatient nursing staff.

Clinical Educator - Amita Health Adventist GlenOaks Hospital - Glendale Heights, IL

(2014-02 - 2015-11)

Designed and implemented unit-based training activities (based upon collected data and learning needs assessments). Led informative and engaging educational sessions to ICU nursing staff on current issues and clinical practice guidelines. Devised and executed a plan for in situ Mock Code scenarios utilizing simulation technology.

Instrumental in preparations for JACHO recertification, which resulted in zero (0) discrepancies found within the nursing education. Designed and implemented clinical orientation list using the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) model with proposed targets for knowledge, skills, and attitudes.

Interim ICU Manager - Adventist GlenOaks Hospital - Glendale Heights, IL

(2014-11 - 2015-04)

Assumed responsibility for clinical leadership of a 10-bed medical critical care unit. Collaborated with nursing leadership team and nursing staff to provide excellence in patient care. Role included: Policy and practice development, financial oversight and budgeting, daily staffing evaluation, and personnel management functions. Active recruiting efforts led to a reduction in staff vacancy rate by 22% and significant cost savings due to decreased use of agency resources.

Staff RN (Cardiovascular ICU) - Inova Health Systems - Falls Church, VA

(2006 - 2013)

Direct patient care provider in a 24-bed high acuity cardiovascular surgery unit. Patient population: Cardiovascular Surgery extending into ventricular assist device, heart and lung transplants, and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Assumed relief charge RN position in June 2008 and was a preceptor to novice nurses new to the unit.

Staff RN (Critical Care) - John Muir Medical Center - Concord, CA

(2001 - 2006)

Provided direct patient care to high acuity patients requiring specialized equipment: Continuous renal replacement therapy and intra-aortic balloon pump. Evaluated staffing requirements and floor assignments, and organized unit activities for the 25-bed unit. Patient population: Cardiac surgery, pulmonary and renal services. Served as first responder on the Code Blue team. Fulfilled role of preceptor for newly graduated RNs within the critical care entry program.

Hospital Corpsman (E-5) - United States Navy

(1990 - 1996)

Managed and implemented care for military and DoD population including (but not limited to): Emergency care, triage, IV infusions, phlebotomy, injections, infectious disease counseling/treatment, instruction in first aid/self-care/hygiene. Honorably discharged with two Navy Achievement Medals and a Good Conduct Medal.

DNP - Doctorate of Nursing Practice – Nursing Leadership - Saint Francis Medical Center (SFMC) College of Nursing (2018)

Certificate - Certificate in Online Teaching - Rutgers University (2017)

MSN - Master of Science in Nursing – Nurse Educator - George Mason University (2011)

BSN - Bachelor of Science in Nursing - University of San Francisco (2001)