Alyssa Clarke
Antioch,IL
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with diverse clinical experience in oncology, neurology, and critical COVID-19 care. Dedicated to delivering patient-centered, evidence-based care while mentoring new nurses and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Seeking to continue advancing clinical skills and leadership abilities in a dynamic healthcare setting, with a long-term goal of contributing to patient outcomes, staff development, and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Condell Medical Center
Libertyville, IL
11.2020 - Current
- Provide specialized nursing care to oncology patients, including chemotherapy administration, symptom management, and palliative support.
- Educate patients and families on disease processes, treatment side effects, and supportive care options to promote understanding and improve quality of life.
- Maintain rigorous adherence to oncology-specific safety standards, including safe handling of cytotoxic agents and infection prevention protocols.
- Provided care for 4–6 patients per shift on a high-acuity Medsurg/Neuro/Stroke unit (Tower 4).
- Adapted quickly to evolving protocols as the unit transitioned to a designated COVID-19 floor, providing critical care to COVID-positive patients while maintaining strict infection control measures.
- Communicated effectively with providers regarding patient status, concerns, and changes in condition.
- Advocated for patients by prioritizing their individual preferences, needs, and care goals.
- Applied critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assess, interpret, and respond to changes in patient conditions.
- Collaborated proactively with interprofessional team members to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.
Patient Care Technician
Condell Medical Center
Libertyville, IL
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Provided care for 8-12 patients on Medsurg/Neuro/Stroke unit (Tower 4)
- Performed vitals, glucose monitoring, ADL's
- Maintained appropriate infection prevention and attended extended training regarding care for COVID patients
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL09.2020
General Education -
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL12.2017
Skills
- Chemotherapy administration
- Infection control
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Health education
- Critical thinking
- Central Line Care and Management
- Pain and Symptom Management
- Nurse Preceptor and Mentorship
- Staff Education and Training
Volunteer Memberships Experience
- Tower 4 Magnet Champion, 10/21, Educated and coached fellow staff members in preparation for the hospital's Magnet site visit
- Volunteer-Chicago Marathon, 10/23, Aid Station Volunteers provide runners with water and Gatorade throughout course
- Tower 4 Journal Club, Participation of reading and discussing relevant scholarly articles with coworkers via zoom meetings
- Volunteer-Chicago Rock and Roll Half Marathon, 07/19, Individually fundraised over $1,200 for St. Jude Hospital and represented them in the 13.1-mile race
Licensure Certifications Skills
- Registered Nurse, exp. 5/2026
- Basic Life Support (CPR & AED), American Heart Association, 4/2025
- Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), EPIC, CERNER
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Oncology Nursing Society (ONS), 4/2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Condell Medical Center
11.2020 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Condell Medical Center
08.2018 - 11.2020
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
General Education -
College of Lake County
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