Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Riverside Miller Healthcare
01.2024 - Current
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections, and performing other nursing duties.
Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior and reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
Administered medications orally and intramuscularly, depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lincoln Park Nursing and Rehab
11.2023 - 12.2023
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 15 patients per day.
Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Certified Nursing Assistant
IntelyCare
11.2021 - 11.2023
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Student Nurse Intern
Herzing University
05.2023 - 08.2023
Observed and monitored patient vital signs.
Administered medications under the supervision of RNs or physicians.
Assisted with treatments, such as wound dressings and catheterizations.
Provided comfort measures such as back rubs, mouth care, positioning in bed and chair..
Answered call lights promptly to address patient needs in a timely manner.
Assisted with transferring patients between beds, wheelchairs, stretchers and operating tables.
Delivered meals to patients' rooms according to dietary requirements.
COVID-19 Contact Tracer
Kankakee County Health Department
09.2021 - 11.2021
Conducted interviews with individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 to determine the scope of exposure and risk factors.
Identified close contacts of infected individuals and provided guidance on quarantine procedures.
Maintained confidential records of contact tracing activities in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Collaborated with public health officials and healthcare providers to ensure accurate information was shared regarding COVID-19 cases.
Monitored trends in the spread of COVID-19 by analyzing data from contact tracing efforts.
Responded quickly to inquiries from community members about potential exposures or symptoms associated with COVID-19.
Remained up-to-date on new developments related to the pandemic, including changes in treatment protocols.
Medical Assistant
Growth Centers Of America (Adolescent Growth)
01.2021 - 08.2021
Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
Occupational Therapy Intern
Girne American University (Akcicek Hospital)
03.2017 - 05.2017
Conducted assessments to evaluate patients' physical, cognitive, and psychosocial abilities.
Developed treatment plans based on assessment findings and patient goals.
Provided individualized occupational therapy interventions with an emphasis on promoting independence in activities of daily living.
Instructed patients and families on the use of adaptive equipment and techniques for home management.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care.
Implemented therapeutic exercises, modalities, and activities to improve motor performance skills.
Reported progress notes documenting patient's response to intervention and updated treatment plans accordingly.
Occupational Therapy Intern
Amana Healthcare Medical And Rehabilitation Hosp.
06.2015 - 08.2015
Requisitioned splints, braces and computer-aided adaptive equipment for client use.
Planned and organized occupational therapy programs in hospitals and community settings to help rehabilitate impaired individuals.
Used occupational histories to create occupational profiles to guide client-centered care.
Assessed physical, mental and vocational statuses of clients to develop rehabilitation plans.
Selected activities to help individuals learn work and life-management skills within limits of mental or physical capabilities.
Recommended changes in patients' work or living environments to remain consistent with needs and capabilities.
Conducted home visits to administer occupational therapy sessions to patients.