Dianna Klimara
Joliet,IL
Summary
Diligent Registered Nurse with strong background in intensive care nursing. Skilled in providing critical care and managing complex patient cases. Demonstrated proficiency in patient assessment and emergency response.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, ICU
UChicago Medicine/Advent Health
04.2023 - Current
- Regularly assume charge nurse role; demonstrating crisis management, problem solving, strong communication skills, and serve as a valuable support system and resource to fellow nurses.
- Foster positive relationships and collaboration with colleagues.
- Develop and mentor new nursing staff to enhance their skills and professional growth.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Morris Hospital And Healthcare Centers
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Proficient in operating and monitoring advanced medical equipment, such as ventilators, IV Targeted Temperature Management devices, and hemodynamic monitors.
- Skilled in performing arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling and analysis, including accurate interpretation of results and appropriate adjustments to patient care plans based on ABG values.
- Maintained accurate and complete documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic health records.
- Provided education and emotional support to patients and families throughout ICU stay.
Registered Nurse
Wellpath At Will County Adult Detention Center
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Demonstrated ability to work in challenging environment with diverse patient population.
- Proficient in performing comprehensive health assessments and triage for acute and chronic illnesses.
- Knowledgeable in managing communicable diseases and outbreaks, including performing TB testing and COVID-19 testing/monitoring.
- Collaborated effectively with correctional staff, including security personnel and mental health professionals, to maintain safety and security in facility.
- Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention strategies, including smoking cessation, healthy eating, and exercise.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Ascension Saint Joseph Medical Center
07.2012 - 06.2015
- Experience with high acuity patients requiring 1:1 nursing care such as: patients receiving continuous renal replacement therapy, or patients receiving targeted temperature management post cardiac arrest.
- Skilled in administering and titrating medications and other treatments based on patient condition and response, including vasoactive drugs, sedatives, and paralytics.
- Experienced in interpreting complex data, including laboratory values and diagnostic imaging, to inform patient care decisions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Responded to hospital wide Code Blue and Rapid Responses as charge nurse on night shift.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Ascension Saint Joseph Medical Center
02.2012 - 07.2012
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Experienced in interpreting and responding to telemetry monitoring data, including identifying and responding to arrhythmias and other cardiac events.
- Cared for post cardiac catheterization patients, including removal of arterial sheaths.
- Provided expert care to patients following coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), including monitoring vital signs, assessing incisions, managing pain, and educating patients on postoperative care instructions.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, ILSkills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in high-pressure situations
- Strong work ethic
- Commitment to providing compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered care
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ICU
UChicago Medicine/Advent Health
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, ICU
Morris Hospital And Healthcare Centers
01.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
Wellpath At Will County Adult Detention Center
08.2020 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, ICU
Ascension Saint Joseph Medical Center
07.2012 - 06.2015
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Ascension Saint Joseph Medical Center
02.2012 - 07.2012
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Joliet Junior College
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