Mary Bulgarelli
New Castle,IN
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, efficient and compassionate.
Experience in Emergency Room, NICU, Correctional Care and Public Health
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bethany Cares Home Health Agency
New Castle, IN
02.2026 - Current
- Case Manager
- Complete initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and social needs to develop tailored care plans.
- Evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Provide education and support to patients and families
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
- Administered patient care and monitored vital signs for diverse home health clientele.
- Educated patients and families on medication management and health maintenance strategies.
Public Health Registered Nurse
Henry County Health Department
New Castle, IN
01.2021 - 07.2025
- Investigation & case management of communicable diseases
- Educated patients to communicable diseases & the individual treatment of the disease
- Referred patient to the appropriate provider
- Proficient with NEDSS Base System (NBS) & Surveillance
- Investigation & case management of TB & LTBI case
- Educated patients to TB & LTBI, the medication & regimen, provides DOT as needed, makes referrals
- Provided TB skin tests & reading of test.
- Investigation & case management of animal bites/rabies
- Educated patients to rPEP, refers patients for rPEP
- Investigation & case management of elevated LEAD levels in children ( 410 IAC 29 laws, rules & regulations )
- Educated families to effects of elevated LEAD levels, conducts home visits for assessment of the home & child
- Conducted childhood developmental & nutritional assessments in relation to elevated LEAD levels, made referrals as appropriate
- Assisted with LEAD home risk assessments
- STI (HIV/AIDS, HCV, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis) testing, education, treatment & referrals
- Educated & referred patients to PrEP for HIV/AIDS
- Provided harm reduction
- Educated public to Naloxone/Narcan
- Naloxone/Narcan administration training
- Worked with homeless & mental health population
- Provided COVID vaccines
- Recorded, analyzed & reported COVID data
- Collaborated with emergency response planning and training.
- Worked with public health officials to help communities receive care.
- Provided immunizations and health screenings in the community.
- Provided patient and community education.
- Monitored and delivered high quality patient care.
- Referred patients to other providers as needed.
- Educated Community about available support services and helped them access care
Registered Nurse
Quality Correctional Care
New Castle, IN
12.2018 - 10.2021
- Conducts Telehealth assessments & Dr. appointments with Inmates
- Chronic Care
- Emergency Care
- Medication administration
- COVID testing
- COVID risk assessment (v/s, etc)
- COVID vaccine administration
- Electronic (EMR) charting
- Assist Dr.
- Mental Health/Behavioral Health assessment & care
- Health history & assessments
- Scheduling appointments
- Lab draws
- IV insertions
- Diabetic care (blood sugar checks, insulin administration
Registered Nurse
Wexford Health Services
New Castle, IN
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Assessed plans and delivers nursing care to inmates.
- Coordinated multiple medical services for diagnostic and treatment as directed by the Medical Director, Physician, Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.
- Entered housing units to pass medications or other medical items and to conduct medical screening when necessary.
- Assisted in minor medical or surgical procedures.
- Assisted in screening of emergencies for necessity and priority for referral to physician or mid- level providers and conduct daily sick call screening
- Maintained working knowledge of social and behavioral sciences, particularly as applied to the Correctional setting.
- Administered medications including IV therapy and IM injections.
- Notified supervisor and completed written reports for any medical or security incidents.
- Presented/participated in in-service education sessions.
- Responded to inmate, staff or visitor medical emergencies and provide appropriate first aid or triage.
- Assessed physical, psychological and psychosocial dimensions of patients within the Health Care Unit and, as necessary, in the housing units.
- Provided a written assessment of patient on admission, during confinement and on discharge as requested.
- Consulted as necessary with other nurses, physician assistants, physicians, correctional officers, etc.
- Implemented an Individual Treatment Program in the Health Care Unit and, as necessary, in the housing units.
- Obtained body fluid specimens and performing EKG’s using proper techniques and procedures.
- Performed IV insertions, administered IV medications
- Blood draws
- Diabetic care including monitoring blood sugars & insulin administration
Registered Nurse-Staff Nurse,Director of Nurses
Henry Ford Hospital - NICU & ER
Detroit, MI
07.1993 - 09.2010
- Provided all aspects (in the realm of a trained NICU RN) of care to the critically ill patient in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
- Trained in the insertion & care of PICC lines (percutaneous intravenous line).
- Provided compassionate emotional support to families during difficult times while navigating the complexities of neonatal intensive care.
- Facilitated parent education sessions on infant care, fostering confidence and competence in new parents transitioning home from the NICU
- Assisted in high-risk deliveries as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing immediate stabilization and resuscitation efforts for newborns in need of critical intervention.
- Utilized advanced medical equipment to monitor vital signs, track patient progress, and identify areas for improvement in care delivery.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for both patients and staff within the NICU setting.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically-ill neonates requiring respiratory support while continually assessing their response to therapy.
- Mentored new nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and specialized knowledge of neonatal care techniques.
- Administered prescribed medications to neonatal patients, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or potential complications.
- Educated family members about neonatal health conditions and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their infant''s care.
- Assisted with complex procedures such as umbilical line placement, lumbar punctures, and endotracheal intubation.
- Conducted regular assessments of premature infants'' growth and development, making necessary adjustments to their care plans accordingly.
- Coordinated with social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive support for families navigating the NICU journey.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Provided all aspects (in the realm of a trained Emergency Room RN) of care to the critically ill patient in the ER.
- Maintained composure in high-pressure situations during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Detroit Receiving Hospital-Detroit Medical Center
Detroit, MI
05.1992 - 03.1995
- Provided all aspects of care (in the realm of a trained Emergency Room RN) to patients
- Administer emergency care to patients with acute medical conditions and traumatic injuries.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Maintained composure in high-pressure situations during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Registered Nurse- Staff Nurse, Director of Nurses
Wishard Hospital(IU Medical Center)- ER & NICU
New Castle, IN
03.1986 - 12.1991
- Provided all aspects of care (in the realm of a trained NICU RN) to critically ill newborns in Neonatal Intensive Care.
- Provided all aspects of care (in the realm of a trained Emergency Dept. RN) to patients
- Maintained composure in high-pressure situations during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Phlebotomist & Pheresis Tech
Central Indiana Regional Blood Center
Indianapolis, IN
1982 - 1986
- Collected blood samples following established safety protocols and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of donor information and sample tracking.
- Assisted in training new staff on phlebotomy techniques and equipment usage.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, ensuring timely replenishment.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN & Indianapolis, IN12.1985
Certification
- S.A.N.E. Certification
- PICC Line Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bethany Cares Home Health Agency
02.2026 - Current
Public Health Registered Nurse
Henry County Health Department
01.2021 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse
Quality Correctional Care
12.2018 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Wexford Health Services
01.2017 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse-Staff Nurse,Director of Nurses
Henry Ford Hospital - NICU & ER
07.1993 - 09.2010
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Detroit Receiving Hospital-Detroit Medical Center
05.1992 - 03.1995
Registered Nurse- Staff Nurse, Director of Nurses
Wishard Hospital(IU Medical Center)- ER & NICU
03.1986 - 12.1991
Phlebotomist & Pheresis Tech
Central Indiana Regional Blood Center
1982 - 1986
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University, Bloomington