Cassandra Ryan
Atwood,IL
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Kirby Medical Group
Monticello, IL
11.2023 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
- Managed staffing needs by creating schedules, adjusting assignments based on patient and clinical needs, and delegating tasks efficiently.
- Oversaw training of nursing and rooming staff.
- Mentored and supervised nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives through data collection, analysis, and implementation of best practices.
Clinical Nurse
Kirby Medical Group
Monticello, IL
07.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
- Evaluated patient progress and outcomes to ensure continuity of care and enhance recovery.
- Executed triage assessments on incoming patients to prioritize care based on injury and illness severity.
- Contributed to the success of a rapidly expanding practice, working directly with the medical director.
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Carle Foundation Hospital
Champaign, IL
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted in completing chemotherapy administration as dictated by physician's instructions on each patient's chart.
- Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
- Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects and proper skin treatments after radiation.
- Cared for patients in 16-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients. Personally caring for up to 6 patients at once
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Health Care Tech
Carle Foundation Hospital
Champaign, IL
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted in patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 26-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Patient Care Technician
OSF Heart Of Mary Medical Center
Champaign, IL
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to clinical team promptly.
- Helped patients complete activities of daily living.
- Managed care for up to 24 patients at once
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Parkland College
Champaign, IL05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, INSkills
- Patient Care Assessment
- Compassionate and Caring
- Accurate Documentation
- Clear Patient Communication
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Nursing leadership
- EMR systems
- Team development
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Kirby Medical Group
11.2023 - Current
Clinical Nurse
Kirby Medical Group
07.2022 - Current
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Carle Foundation Hospital
08.2021 - 07.2022
Health Care Tech
Carle Foundation Hospital
03.2020 - 08.2021
Patient Care Technician
OSF Heart Of Mary Medical Center
07.2019 - 03.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Parkland College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana State University