Eden Bourgeois
Frankfort,IL
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Compassionate Charge Nurse offers 11 years of patient care and advocacy within specialty and critical care units. Highly skilled in charting, managing patient intake and discharges and monitoring care plans. Well-versed in promoting policies and protocols to achieve core measures. Demonstrated success in cultivating strong patient rapport to drive outcome goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
PACU Charge Registered Nurse
Rush Hospital
11.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists for seamless patient hand-offs during preoperative and postoperative stages.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through active participation in quality assurance initiatives and audits within the department.
- Optimized resource allocation by consistently updating and maintaining accurate patient information in electronic medical records.
- Managed scheduling efficiently to ensure adequate staffing levels while minimizing overtime costs within budget constraints.
Flex PACU Staff Registered Nurse
Northwestern
06.2022 - Current
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking guidance on complex cases or unfamiliar situations.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing individualized post-operative care plans.
- Assisted with the training of student nurses, sharing knowledge about PACU nursing responsibilities.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient safety by participating in regular audits and incorporating feedback into daily practice.
ICU Registered Nurse
Stroger Cook County Hospital
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
Charge Registered Nurse, ICU
Ascension Health Care
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Mentored and trained new nurses, ensuring they were well-prepared to provide high-quality care in critical situations.
- Collaborated with physicians to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient interventions.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Facilitated rapid response situations by quickly identifying deteriorating patients and alerting appropriate personnel for intervention measures.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Franciscan Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Maintained detailed documentation of all aspects of patient care using electronic medical records systems for accurate record-keeping and communication among team members.
- Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds daily, providing valuable input on patients'' progress and updating care plans accordingly.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to recognize early signs of clinical deterioration in neonates, initiating appropriate interventions or escalating concerns promptly.
Scheduler
Elmhurst Hospital
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Reduced scheduling conflicts and ensured timely execution of tasks through proactive rescheduling and resource allocation adjustments.
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through diligent scheduling coordination, ensuring all deliverables were met within agreed timeframes.
- Consistently met deadlines by effectively allocating resources, tracking progress, and making necessary adjustments to schedules as needed.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
PACU Registered Nurse
Elmhurst Hospital
12.2017 - 03.2020
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications postsurgery.
- Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with the surgical team.
- Maintained accurate records of medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and other critical data points for proper evaluation of patients'' progress during recovery.
- Mentored new PACU nurses, sharing best practices for efficient patient turnover and discharge processes.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Palos Hospital
04.2015 - 12.2017
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
Community Hospital
04.2014 - 04.2015
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by consistently delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive, and personalized nursing care.
- Performed physical exams to diagnose chronic and acute cardiac diseases and interpreted laboratory results or cardiac tests to formulate treatment plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive care to critically ill cardiovascular patients.
Acute Rehab Registered Nurse
St. Catherine's Hospital
07.2013 - 04.2014
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
School
08.2011 - 07.2013
Decided to pursue my dream of becoming a nurse.
Team Leader Manager
Target
04.2008 - 08.2011
- Resolved customer service issues by finding immediate solutions, increasing customer confidence, and decreasing escalations to executive office.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and setting clear performance expectations.
- Led employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
- Collaborated with senior management on strategic planning efforts, aligning departmental objectives with overall company vision.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Elmhurst College
Elmhurst, IL05.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Design
IADT
Tampa, FL03.2006
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Care Coordination
- Team Leadership
- Compassionate
- Staff Scheduling
- Direct Patient Care
- Quality Improvement
- Patient Assessment
Timeline
PACU Charge Registered Nurse
Rush Hospital
11.2023 - Current
ICU Registered Nurse
Stroger Cook County Hospital
12.2022 - 11.2023
Flex PACU Staff Registered Nurse
Northwestern
06.2022 - Current
Charge Registered Nurse, ICU
Ascension Health Care
04.2021 - 12.2022
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Franciscan Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2021
Scheduler
Elmhurst Hospital
01.2018 - 03.2020
PACU Registered Nurse
Elmhurst Hospital
12.2017 - 03.2020
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Palos Hospital
04.2015 - 12.2017
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
Community Hospital
04.2014 - 04.2015
Acute Rehab Registered Nurse
St. Catherine's Hospital
07.2013 - 04.2014
School
08.2011 - 07.2013
Team Leader Manager
Target
04.2008 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Elmhurst College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Prairie State College
Bachelor of Arts - Design
IADT
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