Julia Duggan
Registered Nurse
Somerville,MA
Summary
Motivated and compassionate registered nurse with foundational experience in acute comprehensive rehabilitation, providing hands-on care to patients with diverse medical and post-surgical needs. Eager to bring strong clinical skills, adaptability, and a commitment to safe, patient-centered care to a more acute, fast-paced environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4043
4043
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2022 - 08.2025
- Administer compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to patients recovering from burns, amputations, stroke, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries in a 30-bed acute rehabilitation unit.
- Collaborate daily with physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, case managers, and physicians to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Provide advanced wound care including dressing changes, wound vac therapy, and pressure injury prevention while tracking healing progress and coordinating with wound care specialists.
- Acted as a nurse preceptor by assisting in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
PCA
Tempus Unlimited
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Empowered a hemiplegic, wheelchair-bound adult female client to achieve greater independence by facilitating daily living activities, transportation, and housekeeping support.
HHA
Guided Living Senior Home Care
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Enhanced clients' well being by assisting with mobilization, fitness, health, hygiene, and basic medical care.
CNA - Surgical Day Care
Cape Cod Hospital
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided compassionate pre- and post-operative care Assisted with pre- and post-operative care while supporting patients and families with professionalism and reassurance.
CNA
Elaine Center Hadley
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Delivered direct patient care across rehabilitation, long-term, and memory care units in a 128-bed facility before and during the COVIC-19 pandemic.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts
Boston, MA05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA05-2020
Skills
Patient assessment and management
Care plan development
Medication administration
Interdisciplinary teamwork
Wound care
Precepting
Certification
MA RN License Number: RN2370884
Awards
Nominated for two DAISY Awards for compassionate care and a Good Catch Award for diligence and safety
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2022 - 08.2025
PCA
Tempus Unlimited
01.2021 - 09.2022
HHA
Guided Living Senior Home Care
10.2020 - 06.2021
CNA - Surgical Day Care
Cape Cod Hospital
06.2019 - 01.2021
CNA
Elaine Center Hadley
09.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Massachusetts
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