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Cathy Edelmann
Elgin,IL
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Summary
Assisted in delivering quality patient care in busy clinical environments. Supported interdisciplinary teams in assessing, planning, and implementing nursing interventions. Contributed to patient, family, and employee education initiatives focused on safety and holistic care.
Overview
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Maxim Healthcare AgencyDes Plaines, IL And Rockford, IL
Home Care/ Flu Clinic Nurse
03.2001 - 01.2026
Job overview
- Provided nursing care 1:1 for middle school student requiring enteral nutrition and tracheostomy care during school hours and health monitoring during transport to and from school during 2024-2025 school year.
- Provided elementary student 1:1 nursing care during 2002-2003 school year including enteral care and tracheostomy care. Care during transport to and from school including emergency procedures.
U-46 School DistrictElgin, IL
Bus Transportation Nurse/Substitute Office Nurse
09.2023 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Monitored health status of medically vulnerable students during transport. Assisted clinical district manager and school nurse in addressing emergencies and tracking absences. Communicated health concerns and issues to parents during student transport.
- Oversaw safe and efficient transportation of students to school.
- Executed care plan as specified in 504 plan to ensure compliance with educational requirements.
Bright Star Healthcare/Arlingdale Health CareSt Charles, IL
Substitute School Nurse
01.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Facilitated education and supervision of patients and family members on prevention strategies and self-care techniques.
- Assisted an elementary school student 1:1 with medical needs on bus and in the classroom for the school year.
- Managed solo flu clinic for 40 employees in one day at suburban work place.
- Provided per diem nursing care at a skilled care unit and an assisted living care unit.
Aveanna HealthcareElgin, IL
Pediatric Home Care Nurse
02.2013 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Nursing care of medically vulnerable children that included tracheostomy care, ventilator care, enteric medication and nutrition. Safe transfer to wheelchair and car transport devices.
DeKalb County Rehab And Nursing CenterDeKalb, IL
Registered Nurse
12.2019 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Nursing care of medically vulnerable adults that included diabetic care, respiratory care, wound care, enteric medication and nutrition. Safe transfer to wheelchair.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Promoted to Education Coordinator. Provided orientation education of all employees. Developed a Power Point presentation and orientation written materials approved by Director of Nursing.
Anam CareRockford, IL
Registered Nurse Dementia Care
07.2019 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health for Adults with Dementia. Also included care of Hospice clients.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Nursing care of medically vulnerable adults that included diabetic care, respiratory care, wound care, enteric medication and nutrition. Safe transfer to wheelchair.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with family and nursing director.
- Administered patient care, including medication management and vital sign monitoring.
Titan Medical GroupOmaha, NE
Agency Registered Nurse
11.2018 - 02.2019
Job overview
- Contractual nurse position at a 30 bed hospital in KS.
- Reviewed care plans to verify patient's diagnosis, treatment goals and specific nursing orders.
- Cared for patients in 30-bed Telemetry Medical Surgical unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation HospitalRockford, IL
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
06.2017 - 10.2018
Job overview
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as spinal cord injuries, head injuries, stroke, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- 80% of patients successfully discharged within 2 weeks of admission.
Kindred Home HealthcareRockford, IL
Home Health Nurse
02.2002 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients. Caseload of 5-6 patients per day.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Determined and addressed individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
Education
Computer Systems InstituteElgin, IL
CCA-Certified Coding Associate from Medical Billing And Coding/Healthcare Admin.
01-2013
University of Illinois at ChicagoChicago, IL
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
08-1987
Skills
Pediatric skilled care
- Intake assessments
- Geriatric nursing
- Teamwork and collaboration
Adult skilled care
Infection Control Measures
EMR Systems including Axxess, Cerner
Timeline
Bus Transportation Nurse/Substitute Office Nurse
U-46 School District
09.2023 - 09.2024
Substitute School Nurse
Bright Star Healthcare/Arlingdale Health Care
01.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
DeKalb County Rehab And Nursing Center
12.2019 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse Dementia Care
Anam Care
07.2019 - 05.2020
Agency Registered Nurse
Titan Medical Group
11.2018 - 02.2019
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2017 - 10.2018
Pediatric Home Care Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare
02.2013 - 09.2022
Home Health Nurse
Kindred Home Healthcare
02.2002 - 12.2017
Home Care/ Flu Clinic Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Agency
03.2001 - 01.2026
Computer Systems Institute
CCA-Certified Coding Associate from Medical Billing And Coding/Healthcare Admin.
University of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor of Science from Nursing