Colleen McCarthy
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Prime Healthcare, specializing in Labor and Delivery. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and critical assessments. Proficient in IV medication administration and patient triage, while fostering teamwork and mentoring new staff to elevate care quality.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Prime Healthcare
03.2025 - Current
- Inpatient OB Certified ; Specialized in Labor and Delivery, Postpartum, Antepartum, NRP Instructor, Patient Triage, PACU, Circulator for C/Sections, Discharge Planning, Patient care from Admission to discharge
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Ascension
11.2014 - 03.2025
- Obstetrics/Gynecology, Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse/OB Certified: Labor and Delivery, Mother Baby (L/D, OR Circulator C-Sections, D & C, Antepartum, Postpartum) ; Patient Triage ; NICU Float (NRP Certified Instructor); New Hire Preceptor, Student Mentor
- NTS team member; Assisted in St Joseph becoming "Baby Friendly" Hospital in 2016 ; Board Member, Nursing Senate.
- Responsible for patient education, care and ongoing observations and assessment of vitals and patient health trends and performing necessary interventions for best outcome for mother and infants in area of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Labor and Delivery, AntepartumPostpartum and Newborn patients from admission through discharge.
IVF Nurse Coordinator
Institute for Human Reproduction
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Completion of Nurse Certification in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
- Responsible for Patient care from initial consult and assessment throughout IVF, IUI, Fresh Transfers, FET and ERA cycles and post treatment care and care during first phase of pregnancy.
- Assess patient results (ultrasound, diagnostic and ongoing lab results) worked closely with a team of physicians to create and update ongoing comprehensive therapeutic treatment plans.
- Served as a liaison between patients, physicians, insurance companies, and other healthcare providers involved in fertility treatments.
- Conducted follow-up appointments with patients post-embryo transfer, tracking progress and providing support throughout their journey.
Senior Mortgage Consultant
Hometown Lending Partners
03.2008 - 01.2012
- Customized home loan and financial solutions for new and existing clients and in depth credit and financial analysis, evaluation and collateral valuation while negotiating favorable loan terms for clients, skillfully navigating interest rate fluctuations and securing competitive pricing.
- Educated consumers regarding personal credit development and work closely regarding their financial goals.
- Streamlined the loan origination process for faster processing times, implementing efficient document management systems.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and regulations, consistently providing accurate information to clients during consultations.
Senior Mortgage Consultant
Chase Bank
03.2007 - 03.2008
Senior Mortgage Consultant
Mortgage Lenders Network
01.2003 - 02.2007
Account Executive
Homestore.com
07.2001 - 08.2002
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Provided marketing solutions enabling businesses to exclusively acquire new and maintain long term client relationships
- Exceeded sales targets consistently by identifying new business opportunities and creating customized solutions for clients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Harry S Truman College
Chicago IL05-2014
Skills
- Experienced and skilled IV start, High Risk Medication infusions
- Charge
- NRP Instructor
- Inpatient OB certified
- Student Mentor
- Preceptor
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS
- NRP
- BLS
- Charge
- Inpatient OB certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Prime Healthcare
03.2025 - Current
IVF Nurse Coordinator
Institute for Human Reproduction
11.2018 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse
Ascension
11.2014 - 03.2025
Senior Mortgage Consultant
Hometown Lending Partners
03.2008 - 01.2012
Senior Mortgage Consultant
Chase Bank
03.2007 - 03.2008
Senior Mortgage Consultant
Mortgage Lenders Network
01.2003 - 02.2007
Account Executive
Homestore.com
07.2001 - 08.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Harry S Truman College
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