Darcy Hinchman
Oakwood,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Healthcare Unit Administrator
Illinois Department of Corrections
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in development and implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations for unit operations.
- Handled complaints from individuals in custody and families and immediately took steps for quick resolution and to prevent reoccurrence.
- Coordinated nursing with other services to promote continuity of total regimen of care.
- Maintained adequate stock of medications, supplies and equipment to meet individual in custody needs.
RN - Level 1 Trauma Center
Supplemental Health Care at Carle Foundation Hospital
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
RN - Level 1 Trauma Center
Short Term Option - Ascension St Vincent
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Charge RN - Emergency Department
OSF Healthcare
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
RN - Emergency Department
Cross Country Healthcare SIH
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
RN - Emergency Department
OSF Healthcare
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Corrections RN
Illinois Department of Corrections
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Director of Nursing
Illinois Department of Corrections
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
RN - Level 1 Trauma Center
IU Health Network - Methodist
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12.2022
Associates Degree in Nursing - undefined
Danville Area Community College
Danville, IL12.2019
Skills
- Healthcare facility management
- Policy administration
- Change Management
- Resource Allocation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Operations Management
- US IV certified
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNS
Accomplishments
- 14 Daisy Awards
- Employee of the Month - Illinois Department of Corrections | September 2021
Timeline
Healthcare Unit Administrator
Illinois Department of Corrections
07.2024 - Current
RN - Level 1 Trauma Center
Supplemental Health Care at Carle Foundation Hospital
02.2023 - 06.2024
RN - Level 1 Trauma Center
Short Term Option - Ascension St Vincent
11.2022 - 02.2023
Charge RN - Emergency Department
OSF Healthcare
05.2022 - 11.2022
RN - Emergency Department
Cross Country Healthcare SIH
02.2022 - 05.2022
RN - Emergency Department
OSF Healthcare
05.2021 - 02.2022
Corrections RN
Illinois Department of Corrections
01.2021 - 05.2021
Director of Nursing
Illinois Department of Corrections
05.2020 - 01.2021
RN - Level 1 Trauma Center
IU Health Network - Methodist
01.2020 - 05.2020
Associates Degree in Nursing - undefined
Danville Area Community College
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNS
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Western Governors University
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