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Deborah Shell

Bolingbrook,IL

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Nurse, ICN

AdventHealth
05.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.

Staff Registered Nurse, NICU

Edward Hospital
01.2005 - 06.2022
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Developed strong rapport with families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.

Staff Nurse ICN

Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital
04.2009 - 06.2021
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.

Staff Registered Nurse, NICU

Carle Foundation Hospital
01.1991 - 12.2004
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Parkland College
Champaign, IL
08.1992

Skills

  • Strong teamwork
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Assessments
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Patient Assessment
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Compassion and Empathy

Timeline

Staff Nurse, ICN

AdventHealth
05.2022 - Current

Staff Nurse ICN

Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital
04.2009 - 06.2021

Staff Registered Nurse, NICU

Edward Hospital
01.2005 - 06.2022

Staff Registered Nurse, NICU

Carle Foundation Hospital
01.1991 - 12.2004

Associate of Science - Nursing

Parkland College

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