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REGISTERED NURSE
Professional Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 6 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in a hospital as well as long term setting. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.

Skills
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
  • Personal Care Needs
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medication Administration
  • Electronic charting using epic, meditech, and point click care.
  • Dementia Knowledge
Work History
04/2016 to CurrentRegistered NurseElmhurst Memorial Hospital | Elmhurst, IL
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including peritoneal dialysis and blood transfusion procedures.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
08/2014 to 04/2016Registered NurseBurgess Square Healthcare Centre Inc. | Westmont, IL
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
05/2013 to 05/2014Certified Nursing AssistantBurgess Square Healthcare Centre Inc. | Westmont, IL
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Education
12/2017Bachelor of Science | NursingBenedictine University, Lisle, IL
05/2014Associate of Science | NursingMorton College, Cicero, IL
No Degree | Certified Nursing AssistantMorton College, Cicero, IL
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
  • Burgess Square Healthcare Centre Inc.

School Attended

  • Benedictine University
  • Morton College

Job Titles Held:

  • Registered Nurse
  • Certified Nursing Assistant

Degrees

  • 12/2017 Bachelor of Science | Nursing
    05/2014 Associate of Science | Nursing
    No Degree | Certified Nursing Assistant

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