Lorraine Valeriano
Oley,PA
Summary
Collaborative nurse leader with an interest in evolving nursing practice though new and innovative models of care. Currently engaged in developing a virtual nursing program, and have a history of involvement with tele-ICU and remote patient monitoring programs. These nursing programs are unique and yet similar in that all support quality patient care in remote settings with the use of technology. Virtual nursing is relatively new care delivery model that has great potential to change modern nursing practice.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Patient Care Services
Lehigh Valley Health Network
07.2022 - Current
- Transitioned AICU program to Patient Care Services
- Assumed responsibility of Virtual Nursing program
- Facilitating program growth and development to support all network adult, acute care medical-surgical and low-level patient care areas
- Establishing workflows to complete nursing activities that do not require direct patient care contact at a remote network location utilizing technology.
Director, Population Health
Lehigh Valley Health Network
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Transitioned both AICU and RPM programs under Population Health leadership and continued to fully support and evolve both areas
- Evolved RPM to integrate with resources of Population Health/Integrated Care Coordination to reduce (re)admissions and support transition of care across the continuum.
Director, Center for Connected Care & Innovation
Lehigh Valley Health Network
07.2014 - 11.2021
- Provided administrative and operational support for AICU and RPM programs
- Collaborated with Technology colleagues to transition original AICU electronic medical record to a new Epic-based tele-ICU module as network enterprise went live with Epic in August 2015
- Expanded tele-ICU coverage to additional ICUs with network expansion of acquisitions and new sites
- Participated as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to develop a robust RPM program and expand network use
- RPM’s evolution led to Epic integration of device data and nursing workflows
- RPM became a complete, internally supported program for device deployment and nurse monitoring and management
- Implemented billing for RPM services.
Manager
Lehigh Valley Health Network
08.2011 - 07.2014
- Managed nursing, financial, and material resources for AICU
- Provided oversight of quality ICU patient care delivery from a remote site through technology
- Supported design of tele-ICU components including staffing model, alerts for complex and/or highly specialized care, audio-video connectivity, and integration with ICU areas monitored by AICU.
Staff Nurse
Lehigh Valley Health Network
06.2005 - 08.2011
- Planned, implemented, and evaluated total nursing care of patients requiring specialized medical and surgical neurological critical care (1-2 patients).
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging times in ICU environment.
Staff Nurse
Lehigh Valley Health Network
12.1985 - 06.2005
- Planned, implemented, and evaluated total nursing care of critical care patient assignment (2 patients).
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the ICU, fostering collaboration among nursing staff and other disciplines.
Education
Critical Care Nursing For Graduate Nurses
Critical Care Internship Program -LVHN
Allentown, PA12.1985
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cedar Crest College
Allentown05.1985
Skills
- Staff Management
- Program Management
- Hiring and Retention
- Operations Management
Certification
- 1985, R.N., RN273519L, Pennsylvania
- 2007, C.N.R.N., American Board Neuroscience Nursing
Accomplishments
- Pulmonary Associates Award for Excellence in Critical Care Nursing, Friends of Nursing, Lehigh Valley Health Network, May 2011
- Professional Leadership Award, Sigma Theta Tau International, Theta Rho Chapter, April 2011
- Oley Valley School District Distinguished Alumni Award, Oley Valley Community Education Foundation, October 2023
Professional Organizations
- 2024, present, American Nurses Association, Member
- 2007, present, American Association Neuroscience Nurses, Member
- 1985, present, Sigma Theta Tau International, Theta Rho Chapter, Member
Educational Presentations
- Rovella, J., Valeriano, L., Opstbaum, N., An Epic Tele-ICU Facelift: Building on a Decade of Success, Epic XGM, Verona, WI, April 2016
- Valeriano, L., The Future is Now: Collaboration Through Telemedicine to Improve Patient Outcomes, American Association of Neuroscience National Education Conference, 2012
Community Projects
- 2023, present, Served on interview panels to select candidates nominated for Friends of Nursing Awards coordinated by Lehigh Valley Health Network Professional Excellence Council.
- 1963, present, Lifelong member of Salem United Church of Christ, Oley, PA. Served as an Adult Sunday School Teacher, Deacon, Consistory Treasurer and currently, Consistory President and Elder. Support volunteer opportunities through the church in the local community.
Publications
- Kruklitis R., Miller M., Valeriano L., Applications of Remote Patient Monitoring, Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice, 49, 4, 543-555, December 2022
- Davis T., Herr P., Valeriano, L, AACN TeleICU Nursing Practice: An Expert Consensus Statement Supporting High Acuity, Progressive and Critical Care, American Association of Critical Care Nurses, 2018
- Smith M., Wasilowsky B., Valeriano L., Nurses Helping Nurses: A Proactive Approach to Stress Management in a Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit, Pennsylvania Nurse, 67, 2, 12-18, June 2012
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director, Patient Care Services
Lehigh Valley Health Network
07.2022 - Current
Director, Population Health
Lehigh Valley Health Network
11.2021 - 07.2022
Director, Center for Connected Care & Innovation
Lehigh Valley Health Network
07.2014 - 11.2021
Manager
Lehigh Valley Health Network
08.2011 - 07.2014
Staff Nurse
Lehigh Valley Health Network
06.2005 - 08.2011
Staff Nurse
Lehigh Valley Health Network
12.1985 - 06.2005
Critical Care Nursing For Graduate Nurses
Critical Care Internship Program -LVHN
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cedar Crest College
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