Chelsea Gill
Gillespie,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mt. Olive CUSD #5
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to establish plan of care for health conditions
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated students, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Maintain up-to-date health records
- Monitor student's conditions and referrals to physicians as needed
- Documentation
- Establish plan of care for students and educated staff on plan of care
- CPR instructor for students and staff
Registered Nurse
Lincoln Recovery
06.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive nursing assessments for patients with substance use disorders upon admission and throughout treatment.
- Monitored and managed withdrawal symptoms during detoxification using evidence-based protocols (e.g., CIWA, COWS).
- Administered medications, including MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment)
- Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and case managers to create and implement individualized care plans.
- Documented all nursing care, medication administration, and patient responses in accordance with facility policies and legal requirements.
- Ensured patient safety and maintained a therapeutic, nonjudgmental environment conducive to recovery.
- Participated in treatment team meetings and contributed nursing insights to overall recovery planning.
- Trained in de-escalation techniques and handled behavioral health emergencies with professionalism and compassion.
Inpatient Surgical Registered Nurse
Christian Northeast Hospital
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Completed daily assessments and administered daily medications
- Patient admissions and discharges
- Wound care, operate medical equipment, maintain sterile procedure, start and maintain IVs
- Evaluated patients to detect contraindications before anesthesia or scheduled surgery.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable during the recovery phase of surgery.
- Documented procedure plans and progress updates to facilitate communication among healthcare providers.
- Communicated medical information and discharge instructions to patients and families to reduce return visits.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
05.2020
Skills
- Wound Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Care Plan Development
- Managing Deadlines
- Medical Evaluations
- Direct Patient Care
- Pain Management
- Continuity of Care
CPR/BLS Instructor
Plan, organize and conduct Basic Life SUpport and CPR courses in accordance with the American Red Cross policies.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lincoln Recovery
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mt. Olive CUSD #5
08.2021 - Current
Inpatient Surgical Registered Nurse
Christian Northeast Hospital
08.2020 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing