DESMOND NJULEFAC
Evanston,IL
Summary
Committed and compassionate Certified Registered Nurse (CRN) seeking a position on a post-surgery, infections, complex conditions, step-down unit, rehabilitation, and sub-acute unit team where I can apply my clinical skills and commitment to improving patient outcomes. With over 696 hours of hands-on clinical training and specific skills, e.g., medication administration, patient monitoring, IV administration, and EHR documentation. I am eager to contribute to a collaborative, interdisciplinary team and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Amada Senior Care
Skokie, Illinois
03.2023 - 12.2025
- Provided direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels to evaluate electrolyte imbalances.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and nurses.
- Observed patient behavior to detect changes in condition or response to treatment.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient needs and develop plans of care.
- Utilized appropriate communication methods when interacting with colleagues, supervisors or patients.
- Educated patients about their health conditions, medications, nutrition, hygiene and other topics related to their well-being.
- Collected lab specimens to send off for testing.
- Removed urinary catheters and cared for ostomy needs by emptying drainage receptacles and tubes.
- Performed basic nursing skills such as vital sign measurements, blood draws and specimen collection.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Ensured confidentiality and privacy of patient information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Responded to patient call lights and requests promptly.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Harper College
1200 Algonquin Rd, Palatine, IL 6006710-2025
Skills
- Medication administration
- HIPAA compliance
- Team collaboration
- IV insertion
- Vital signs monitoring
- Specimen collection
- Catheter management
- Bedsore prevention
Languages
English
Professional
French
Professional
Certification
Registered Nurse- Illinois Board of Nursing
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Amada Senior Care
03.2023 - 12.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Harper College