Autumn Wonders
Park Forest,IL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Franciscan Alliance
Olympia Fields, IL
06.2016 - Current
- Obtained and administered medications or intravenous solutions to patients to decrease pain levels and replace lost fluids.
- Educated patients about post-operative instructions for medication administration, infection complications and preventive health measures.
- Monitored patient vitals, alertness, breathing and pain levels to notify assigned physician of observed complications.
- Conducted thorough post-operative patient assessments to determine patient condition and readiness for discharge.
- Coordinated and consulted with healthcare team members to implement, plan and assess patient care plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
ICU
Franciscan Alliance
Olympia Fields, IL
07.2003 - 06.2016
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventive measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Franciscan Alliance
Olympia Fields, IL
08.1998 - 07.2003
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL05.1991
Skills
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Medical Device Monitoring
- Pulmonary Assessments
- Emergency Interventions
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Patient Monitoring
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Pain Management
- Patient Recovery Assessments
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS-Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Franciscan Alliance
06.2016 - Current
ICU
Franciscan Alliance
07.2003 - 06.2016
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Franciscan Alliance
08.1998 - 07.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Prairie State College