Profiles in Leadership – Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center

 

 

Judy Dellosa is the Service Line Director and Nurse Navigator of the orthopedics and spine program at Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. In her role, Dellosa is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the program at the hospital. She helped implement the nurse navigator program to guide orthopedic patients through the healthcare system, and she advocates on behalf of the patients to enhance their communication experience with healthcare staff and providers. She also works with patients to find the resources and support needed, and coordinates services through the continuum of orthopedic care. She started her career working as a nurse in the orthopedic unit, and she is a member of the National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses (NAON) as well as a certified orthopedic nurse. Dellosa holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Indian River State College.