Adept at blending compassionate care with clinical judgment, I enhanced patient outcomes at OSF Little Company of Mary Medical Center. Leveraging skills in intravenous therapy and patient advocacy, I collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams, focusing on individualized care plans and improving communication for optimal care delivery.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
OSF Little Company of Mary Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
Managed caseload of 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Educated patients and family members on disease processes, treatment options, and self-care techniques.
Nursing Assistant
University of Chicago Medical Center
01.2022 - 03.2023
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
08-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
City Colleges of Chicago
Chicago, IL
12-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Fisk University
Nashville, TN
05-2001
Skills
Clinical judgment
Vital signs monitoring
Compassionate care
Intravenous therapy
CPR certification
Medication and IV administration
Wound care
Accurate documentation
Time management
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control
Electronic health records
Certification
Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
OSF Little Company of Mary Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant
University of Chicago Medical Center
01.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
City Colleges of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Fisk University
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