Akelia Ferrell
Glen Ellyn,Illinois
Summary
Registered Nurse | Med-Surg / Telemetry / Hospice Case Management
Compassionate, clinically skilled Registered Nurse with 15+ years of inpatient, telemetry, med-surg, and hospice experience delivering high-quality patient-centered care. Experienced in float pool nursing across multiple specialty units, case management, discharge planning, medication management, and family education. Recognized for excellence in nursing practice as Nurse of the Year (2023) and DAISY Award recipient (2025). Strong preceptor and interdisciplinary team collaborator committed to improving patient outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ascension Medical Center
Hoffman Estates, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Float across Telemetry, Med-Surg, ER Hold, Oncology, Orthopedics, and Cardiac Step-Down, rapidly adapting to unit workflows and varying patient acuity.
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care for 5–6 acute care patients per 12-hour shift, prioritizing assessment, medication administration, care coordination, and patient education.
- Mentored and precepted new nursing staff, fostering a supportive environment for skill development and professional growth.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting adherence through clear communication and support.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted patient assessments and documented vital signs, ensuring accuracy and timely updates in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
RN Visit Nurse
Advocate Health Care
Oak Brook, IL
03.2014 - Current
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients in home, and facility settings.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed case loads effectively, prioritizing urgent needs while maintaining high standards of care delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL05-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Triton College
River Grove, IL05-2011
Skills
- Med-Surg Nursing
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Cardiac Step-Down
- Oncology Nursing
- Orthopedic Nursing
- Hospice / Palliative Care
- Medication Management
- PICC / Central Line Care
- Port Access
- Patient Education
- Medication and IV administration
- Professional bedside manner
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Precepting / Mentorship
- EMR Documentation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ascension Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
RN Visit Nurse
Advocate Health Care
03.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Benedictine University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Triton College