Hi, I’m
Anne Conroy
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate RN with extensive experience at West Suburban Medical Center, skilled in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and effective communication. Adept at leading quality improvement initiatives and mentoring staff, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes safety and holistic patient care.
Overview
45
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
West Suburban Medical Center, Ann Montgomery, PharmDChicago, IL
RN
01.1981 - 03.2026
Job overview
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient information accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and improve treatment protocols.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient safety measures.
- Streamlined nursing workflows, improving operational efficiency within the unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
St Mary of Nazareth
Associate of Science from Nursing
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Patient assessment
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Patient care
Wound care
Compassion and empathy
Patient monitoring
IV setup
Intravenous therapy
Care planning
Patient management
Care plan development
Professional bedside manner
Physical assessments
Patient care planning
Patient evaluation
Telemetry monitoring
Family education
Licensed RN
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Taking vitals
Critical care
Collecting vitals
Nursing staff leadership
Medication distribution
Tracheostomy care
Precepting
Patient discharge
Lab result interpretation
Team coordination
EMR systems
Performing ekgs
Complex Problem-solving
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Intake and discharge
Emergency response
Maintaining privacy
Relationship building
Chart updating
Vaccine administration
Diabetes management
Insulin medication assistance
EMR / EHR
High level of autonomy
Procedure preparations
Chronic disease management
Staff supervision
Personal care needs
Diabetes and nutrition education
Chest pain management
Emergency procedures
Treatment Planning
Emotional awareness
Data collection
Emotional intelligence
Cardiac care
Medical recordkeeping
Long-term care
Geriatric nursing
Oxygen saturation standards
Mobility assistance
Preventive health
Family advocacy
Seizure management
Home health care
Certification
ACLS...Pals...BLS
Timeline
RN
West Suburban Medical Center, Ann Montgomery, PharmD
01.1981 - 03.2026
St Mary of Nazareth
Associate of Science from Nursing