Christina Hack
New Lenox,IL
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Heights, IL
03.2004 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL12-2003
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic medical records
- Patient education
- Critical care coordination
- Care plan development
- Medication and IV administration
- Compassionate and caring
- Student precepting
- Patient monitoring
- Patient education and counseling
- Multitasking
- Team coordination
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
03.2004 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Moraine Valley Community College