Dora Edwards
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Resourceful professional with several years of experience caring for patients and working closely with other healthcare staff. Well-rounded individual skillful in providing emotional support to patients and families, performing various diagnostic tests and administering medication. In-depth knowledge of emergency care and nursing care techniques and methods.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Health System
Chicago, IL
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
CASE MANAGER
Cook County Health Hospital Systems
09.2017 - 12.2023
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Coordinated essential services for clients, resulting in improved overall well-being and selfsufficiency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE
Cook County Health Hospital Systems
04.2015 - 09.2017
- Improved community health by conducting assessments, identifying needs, and implementing targeted interventions.
- Reduced disease transmission through administering immunizations and providing education on infection prevention.
- Enhanced patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and evidence-based practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop public health programs aimed at promoting wellness and preventing chronic diseases.
- Conducted outreach programs in underserved communities to increase access to healthcare services and improve overall quality of life.
Endoscopy Nurse
Cook County Health Hospital Systems
11.2003 - 04.2015
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and thorough pre-procedure assessments.
- Reduced procedure complications through meticulous monitoring of vital signs and sedation levels during endoscopy procedures.
- Achieved timely patient discharge by efficiently completing post-procedure evaluations and implementing appropriate recovery plans.
- Maintained a sterile environment, ensuring proper preparation and disposal of endoscopic equipment to prevent crosscontamination.
- Streamlined patient flow by effectively coordinating schedules with the endoscopy team, reducing wait times and increasing overall efficiency.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Cook County Health Hospital Systems
11.1993 - 11.2003
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up instructions for patients and their families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Decreased medication errors by diligently following the five rights of medication administration and double-checking orders with pharmacy staff when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL06.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Triton College
River Grove, IL05.2000
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Performance Tracking
- Health History Documentation
- Case Management
- Referral Coordination
- Family Education
- Client Advocacy
Certification
- Current BLS certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Health System
06.2023 - 07.2024
CASE MANAGER
Cook County Health Hospital Systems
09.2017 - 12.2023
PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE
Cook County Health Hospital Systems
04.2015 - 09.2017
Endoscopy Nurse
Cook County Health Hospital Systems
11.2003 - 04.2015
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Cook County Health Hospital Systems
11.1993 - 11.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Olivet Nazarene University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Triton College