Jodi Licata, DNP, RN, MSN, CCRN, CNL

Publications

Licata, J., "Engaging Middle School Students and Parents/Guardians via Structured Virtual Media on Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Awareness: A Quality Improvement Project" (2021). Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Manuscripts. 11. https://dsc.duq.edu/dnp/11

Pasek, T., & Licata, J. (2016) Parent Advocacy Group for Event of Resuscitation. Critical Care Nurse, 36 (3), 58-64. https://doi.org/10.4037/ccn2016759

Licata, J., Aneja, R., Pasek, T., Kyper, C., Miller, E., Spencer, T., Tharp, M., Scott, M., Fiedor-Hamilton, 89-91 (2013) A Foundation for Patient Safety: Phase I Interdisciplinary Bedside Rounds in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Critical Care Nurse, 33(3), 89-91. https://doi.org/10.4037/ccn2013280

Pasek, T., Licata, J., Balach, J., McSteen, C., Gargarella, N., & Burkett, M. (2012). Showing We Care With Hugs and Kisses. Critical Care Nurse. 32(5), 7-71. https://doi.org/10.4037/ccn2012146

Pasek, T., Lefcakis, L., O’Malley, C., Licata, J., and Jackson, P. (2009). Power in Documentation: An eProgress Note for APNs. Critical Care Nurse, 29(3) 104-102. https://doi.org/10.4037/ccn2009667

Poster & Podium Presentations

Licata, J., Evatt, M., Bilenski, B., & Pasek, T. (2023). Empowering Middle School Students to Save Lives through Increasing Awareness of Food Allergies and Anaphylaxis through Virtual Media: A Quality Improvement Project. Poster Presentation, Society of Pediatric Nurses Conference

Cole, A. Huber, J., Fitzpatrick, H., Johnston, A., Licata, J., Shields, A., Shultz, K, Tharp, M., Thomas, S., Zurbach, H. (2020). Measuring the Acuity of Pediatric Critical Care Nursing using the Complexity Assessment and Monitoring to Ensure Optimal Outcomes (CAMEOÓ)- A Multi-site Experience. Poster Presentation, UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Poster

Licata, J., Vetterly, C., Spencer, T., Crowley, K., & Aneja, R. (2019). The Implementation of a Dextrose & Insulin Administration Guideline for Hyperkalemia in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Poster Presentation, Society of Pediatric Nurses Conference

Vestovich, A., Maxson, J., and Licata, J. (2019) Self-Care: Creating a Healthy Work Environment in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Poster Presentation at UPMC Nurse Week Conference

Madurski, C., Licata, J., Claassen, S., & Aneja, R. (2018). Telehealth in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit: Making the Connection with Families during daily Medical Rounds. Poster Presentation at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Quality Week Conference

Gargarella, N., & Licata, J. (2018). Group Mentoring in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit: A Blueprint for Success. Poster Presentation at UPMC Nurse Week Conference

Licata J., Ryan, L, Pasek, T, Jockel, C, Maxson, J, Troitino, E, Garia, E, Schalm, V, Kammermeier, S, and McKay, A. (2017) Perfecting the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit with Patient & Family-Centered Care. Poster Presentation at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC Quality Week

Licata, J., Vetterly, C., Spencer, T., Crowley, K., & Aneja, R. (2017). The Implementation of a Dextrose & Insulin Administration Guideline for Hyperkalemia in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Presented at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC Quality Week

Licata, J. (2015) UPMC Patient and Family Centered-Care (PFCC) Vision Quest. Podium Presentation, served as an Expert Panelist

Licata, J., Pasek, T., & Duss, A. (2014) Parent Advocacy Group around Events Involving Resuscitation (PAGER) National Healthcare Quality Week, UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Podium Presentation: Templeton Trauma Conference (2015)

Licata, J., Aneja, R., Pasek, T., Kyper, C., Miller, E., Spencer, T., Tharp, M., Scott, M., & Fiedor-Hamilton, M. (2012).  A Foundation for Patient Safety: Phase I Interdisciplinary Bedside Rounds in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Poster Presentation, Society of Critical Care Medicine 2012 Congress; Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC Balancing Research & Practice for Improved Outcomes

Oral Sessions

Society of Pediatric Nursing Coffee Break: School Nursing Bridging the Healthcare Gap, Sept. 2023. Facilitator for Conversation.

 

• Nominee, Cameos of Caring Advanced Practice Award (Clinical Focus), 2018
• Nominee, Pittsburgh Magazine Excellence in Nursing, Clinician, honorable mention, 2016
• Recipient, IMPACTAward, 2016
• Recipient, Oasis Award, Parent Advocacy Group around Events involving Resuscitation, 2016
• Highlighted in the 2016 UPMC Annual Report for A Dose of What We DO, 2016
• Highlighted in the UMPC Innovation Center newsletter for patients and family-centered care project work, 2015              
• Highlighted for a community service project in the UPMC Nursing Newsletter,2015, Shaken Baby Magnets Nominee
• Frank Lemoyne Founder Award for Excellence in Nursing, 2014
• UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Multiple peer-nominated Team PICU awards, UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh 2010-2019
• Highlighted Mentor Program in Magnet document, 2011    
• Recipient, Critical Care Medicine Excellent Care Award, nominated by Physicians, 2005-2006 UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh