Amy Pokorny
Hanover Park,IL
Summary
Compassionate Director of Nursing with proven ability to lead teams in delivering patient-centered care while maintaining operational efficiency. Specializes in clinical management, healthcare compliance, and staff development. Excels in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and patient satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director of Nursing
Cedarhurst Senior Living
Woodridge, Illinois
01.2026 - Current
- Oversaw nursing staff and ensured compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Coordinated staff training programs to enhance nursing skills.
- Evaluated patient care plans and adjusted as necessary for effectiveness.
- Resolved conflicts among staff to maintain a positive work environment.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Oversaw nursing operations to ensure high-quality resident care.
Director of Nursing
Alto Senior Living
Wheaton, Illinois
05.2022 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve resident care quality.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Evaluated patient care plans and adjusted as necessary for effectiveness.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
- Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
- Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Alto Senior Living
Wheaton, Illinois
12.2017 - 05.2022
- Oversaw daily nursing operations to ensure high-quality resident care.
- Coordinated staff schedules and team assignments to optimize nursing workflow.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Created training programs for nursing staff to elevate skills and knowledge.
- Facilitated communication between families and healthcare providers to ensure timely patient updates.
- Facilitated communication between families and healthcare providers for patient updates.
Nurse/Surgical Technician
Amita Health/Ascension St. Alexius Medical Center
01.2011 - 04.2022
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and necessary supplies.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Sunrise Senior Living
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Ensured adherence to safety procedures and training protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Performs quality assessments and assurance functions.
- Assists in developing and updating nursing policies and procedures.
- Carries out responsibilities in compliance with current federal, state, and local laws.
- Actively participates in committees: Behavior management, Infection Control, Pharmaceutical.
- Implemented staffing plans and scheduled shifts to meet patient care needs effectively.
- Supported recruitment and hiring processes by conducting interviews and evaluations to build a competent nursing team.
- Assists Director of Nursing in completing and updating care plans.
Education
Associate Degree -
Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL 01.2015 - 12.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL 08.2013 - 12.2014
Skills
- Care plan management
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality assurance
- Clinical leadership
- Financial oversight
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- HIPAA regulations
- Staff training
- Effective communication
- Patient care planning
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Cedarhurst Senior Living
01.2026 - Current
Director of Nursing
Alto Senior Living
05.2022 - 09.2025
Assistant Director of Nursing
Alto Senior Living
12.2017 - 05.2022
Associate Degree -
Wilbur Wright College
01.2015 - 12.2015
Assistant Director of Nursing
Sunrise Senior Living
01.2015 - 01.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Wilbur Wright College
08.2013 - 12.2014
Nurse/Surgical Technician
Amita Health/Ascension St. Alexius Medical Center
01.2011 - 04.2022