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Ekaterina Kobak

Aurora,IL

Summary

Registered Nurse with a strong background in emergency care, emphasizing patient education and advocacy. Achieves significant improvements in patient outcomes through effective clinical judgment and holistic care strategies. Capable of managing acute psychiatric crises with quick problem-solving and de-escalation skills. Dedicated to expanding knowledge in nursing practices, especially in assessment and care planning.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

NM Central DuPage Hospital
09.2022 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

NM Central DuPage Hospital
09.2020 - 04.2022
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05-2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
12-2019

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Nizhny Novgorod State Linguistic University
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
06-2013

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Relationship building
  • High level of autonomy
  • Emotional awareness
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Pediatric advanced life support (PALS) certification

Languages

Russian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

NM Central DuPage Hospital
09.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

NM Central DuPage Hospital
09.2020 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Arizona State University

Associate of Science - Nursing

College of DuPage

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Nizhny Novgorod State Linguistic University
Ekaterina Kobak