Edith Garza
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated and reliable nursing professional pursuing a nurse educator position, with extensive experience as a float nurse in diverse hospital settings, including medical-surgical, telemetry, and neuro-stroke units. Proficient in prioritizing patient care, conducting thorough physical assessments, and collaborating on care planning to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to fostering a compassionate environment while mentoring future nurses and sharing valuable clinical insights. Eager to leverage hands-on experience to inspire and educate the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pain Management Registered Nurse
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
Chicago, IL
12.2022 - Current
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated patients on opioid medication safety.
- Designed detailed training resources to facilitate nurses' adaptation to updated departmental protocols.
Travel Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
TNAA
Chicago, IL
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided care for patients based on physical, psychological, educational, and safety criteria.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordinations with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Floated to various units to provide patient care.
Travel Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Peoria, IL
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided care for patients based on physical, psychological, educational and safety criteria.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
- Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Telemetry Float Nurse
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Park Ridge, IL
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Cared for patients in various telemetry units, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Nurse Assistant
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Park Ridge, IL
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
External Health and Safety Coordinator
Manpower, Inc
Lombard, IL
12.2016 - 01.2019
- Created safe work environment by complying with safety, health and security requirements.
- Conducted incident investigations, participated in audits and collected data and information to maximize workplace safety.
- Attended weekly safety meetings to ensure production floor safety.
- Assist HR department with Health Week.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL05-2021
Associate Degree - Nursing
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL12-2019
Coursework -
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, ILSkills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- EPIC
- Cerner
- Bilingual - English and Spanish
- Cultural Awareness
Certification
Illinois Registered Nurse
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Basic Life Support
Stroke Certification
Timeline
Pain Management Registered Nurse
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
12.2022 - Current
Travel Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
TNAA
06.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
12.2021 - 06.2022
Telemetry Float Nurse
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2021
Nurse Assistant
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
04.2019 - 04.2020
External Health and Safety Coordinator
Manpower, Inc
12.2016 - 01.2019
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Benedictine University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Benedictine University
Associate Degree - Nursing
College of DuPage
Coursework -
Loyola University of Chicago