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ADRIENNE A GREEN

Bolingbrook,IL

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Assisstant Director Of Nursing

North Aurora Care Center
Aurora, IL
01.2024 - Current
  • Ensured proper orientation of new hires as well as ongoing training for existing staff members.
  • Facilitated professional development opportunities for nurses through continuing education programs.
  • Served as a mentor for new graduates entering into the field of nursing.
  • Assessed staffing needs based on patient census and acuity levels.
  • Oversaw daily operations within the department including scheduling shifts and approving time off requests.
  • Maintained accurate records of staffing assignments and patient data according to established guidelines.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians, families, staff members, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Provided guidance to department supervisors regarding clinical practice standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures according to established protocols.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to promote patient safety and quality care outcomes.
  • Assisted with recruitment and retention of nursing staff.
  • Provided leadership support during times of crisis or emergency situations.
  • Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
  • Coordinated medical and health services in compliance with government regulations and policies set by board of trustees.
  • Oversaw explanation of personnel policies and job descriptions as part of nursing employee orientation process.
  • Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
  • Set and monitored achievement goals for nursing department consistent with established philosophy and standards of practice.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.

Registered Nurse

North Aurora Care Center
Aurora, IL
07.2021 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.

Registered Nurse

AMITA Health
Bolingbrook, IL
07.2017 - 07.2021
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
  • Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Provided direct patient care, including wound dressing, administering medications, catheterization, and IV therapy.
  • Served as a clinical resource for staff nurses regarding evidence-based practice guidelines.

Registered Nurse

Jackson Memorial Hospital
Chicago, IL
11.2015 - 08.2017
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.

Registered Nurse

White Cap Nursing Inc
Chicago, IL
04.2006 - 06.2016
  • Provided direct patient care, including wound dressing, administering medications, catheterization, and IV therapy.
  • Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings and implemented interventions accordingly.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by monitoring patient responses.
  • Responded quickly to code blue calls providing advanced life support measures as necessary.
  • Served as a clinical resource for staff nurses regarding evidence-based practice guidelines.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess complex situations and make appropriate decisions in emergency situations.
  • Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards related to nursing practice within ICU setting.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Elmhurst College
Elmhurst, IL
05-2010

Skills

  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Written Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Organizational Skills
  • Leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Multitasking
  • Collaboration

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assisstant Director Of Nursing

North Aurora Care Center
01.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

North Aurora Care Center
07.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse

AMITA Health
07.2017 - 07.2021

Registered Nurse

Jackson Memorial Hospital
11.2015 - 08.2017

Registered Nurse

White Cap Nursing Inc
04.2006 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Elmhurst College

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