Camille Haynes
Richton Park,IL
Summary
Registered Nurse with 20+ year's experience in clinical and home health settings providing nursing care to diverse populations. And an inspiring professor who brings advanced teaching skills and department leadership experience.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Professor /Clinical Adjunct Instructor
Rasmussen College
11.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
- Increased course relevance by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lesson plans.
- Improved student retention rates through proactive communication and support.
- Promoted collaboration by developing group projects and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Developed innovative teaching methods tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing student comprehension and success rates.
- Ensured curriculum alignment with academic standards through regular course review and updates.
- Strengthened department reputation by presenting at conferences, serving on committees, and participating in professional organizations.
- Evaluated student progress using both formative and summative assessments to provide targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
- Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions, and projects into lessons.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
Home Health Nurse
Auxilium Healthcare
11.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by conducting thorough health assessments and developing personalized care plans.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates through diligent monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and wound care.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses, alleviating stress and promoting optimal wellness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to implement comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Managed patient medical records accurately and confidentially, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Implemented effective infection control measures within the home setting, reducing risk of illness transmission among family members.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from hospital discharge to home-based care by coordinating necessary resources and support systems.
- Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Conducted regular follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and make adjustments to care plans as needed.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families by acting as a liaison for all parties involved in the care process.
- Maintained professional competency by attending continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in home health nursing.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
Registered Nurse/Managed Care Coordinator
Cook County Hospital / County Care
05.2017 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse / Gastroenterology
Cook County Hospital
10.2010 - 05.2017
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing
- Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures
- Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing
- Followed infection control procedures
- Delegated staff nurse duties
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses
- Ensured HIPAA compliance
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans
- Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge
- Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
Registered Nurse/ Mother/ Baby Unit
Provident Hospital of Cook County
07.2004 - 10.2010
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests
- Primary care, assessment and evaluation of neonatal and pediatric patients
- Counseled and educated patients about reproductive health issues and wellness
- Expertise in STDs, HIV and family planning
- Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases
- Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge
- Performed lab tests and communicated results
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
- Closely monitored acute conditions
- Ensured HIPAA compliance
- Ensured proper care for victims of domestic violence who presented to urgent care clinic
- Made appropriate interventions by reading and interpreting fetal heart monitors
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews
- Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants
- Delegated staff nurse duties
- Followed infection control procedures
- Assisted patients with daily functions
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels
- Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab
- Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing
- Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
Education
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Healthcare Systems Leadership
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Downers Grove, IL05.2016
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL01.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL12.2000
Skills
- Family planning services education
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient counseling professional
- Disease prevention and intervention specialist
- Diabetes and nutrition educator
- Preceptor
- Successfully directs staff meetings
- High level of autonomy
- Disease specialization authority
- Patient/family focused
- In-depth knowledge of intravenous therapy
- Patient evaluation/intervention
- Problem resolution capability
- Professional bedside manner
- Breastfeeding educator
- Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines
- Safe NG tube insertion and removal
- Thorough physical assessments
- Patient positioning competency
- Feeding assistance aptness
- Foley catheter insertion/removal familiarity
- Insulin medication assistance
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Medical laboratory procedures professional
- Patient and family advocacy
- Venipuncture/blood draw expert
- Chest pain management expert
- Syllabus Development
- Student Engagement
- Time Management
- Clinical Instruction (Nursing/Education)
- Group Discussions
- Grading and Reporting
- Peer Collaboration
- Cultural Awareness
- Course Planning
- Team Leadership
- Academic Counseling
- Active Listening
- Academic Advisory
- Student Data Analysis
- Performance Evaluations
- Student-Centered Learning
- Discussion Planning
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Student Assessments
- Workshops and Seminars
- Remote Instruction
- Online Class Discussion
- Student Mentoring
- Blackboard
- Faculty Communication
Phone
Cell: 708-335-7875
Timeline
Professor /Clinical Adjunct Instructor
Rasmussen College
11.2023 - Current
Home Health Nurse
Auxilium Healthcare
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse/Managed Care Coordinator
Cook County Hospital / County Care
05.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse / Gastroenterology
Cook County Hospital
10.2010 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse/ Mother/ Baby Unit
Provident Hospital of Cook County
07.2004 - 10.2010
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Healthcare Systems Leadership
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Olivet Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Olivet Nazarene University
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Suburban College of Cook County
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