Clinical Nurse Liaison, LPN
Elissa Wilsey
IntelyCare
Chicago,IL
Summary
Strategic nursing leader with expertise in clinical judgment and process optimization. Drives patient outcomes through effective collaboration and innovative care strategies. Skilled in communication and project management, with a strong track record in enhancing program enrollment and caseloads via physician outreach and clinical relationship management. Experienced in direct patient care and facilitating efficient workflows, serving as a vital link between clinical teams, families, and referral sources.
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Agency Nurse
9 Years 2 Months- Deliver patient care in diverse healthcare environments, rapidly adapting to facility-specific protocols and procedures, while ensuring compliance with safety and procedural standards.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, accurately documenting patient responses to inform ongoing care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
Psychiatric Nurse
8 Months- Observed behavior, mood, and cognitive function to evaluate mental status and track treatment effectiveness while monitoring for psychotropic medication side effects.
- Identified physical health abnormalities and metabolic side effects through assessment of routine blood work for patients on complex antipsychotic regimens, ensuring appropriate intervention.
- Built trusting, nonjudgmental relationships; encouraged patients to express their thoughts and feelings, helping them develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Clinical Nurse Liaison
1 Year 4 Months- Conducted comprehensive assessments and screenings to identify patient needs, verify eligibility and coordinated appropriate resources for specialized post-acute placement.
- Communicated complex care plans clearly to patients and families, reducing transfer anxiety and improving overall satisfaction scores.
- Coordinated and hosted on-site educational seminars and networking luncheons for local hospital discharge planners and case managers to drive facility awareness.
Travel Nurse
3 Months- Focused on acute care, critical symptom management, and strict personal PPE compliance in high-capacity COVID-19 pandemic units.
- Administered nasal and nasopharyngeal swab tests (PCR and rapid antigen) to hundreds of patients daily while adhering to clinical standards.
- Managed complex medical conditions – initiating palliative and end-of-life care, controlling symptoms and comforting dying patients when families could not be present.
Charge Nurse
2 Years 4 Months- Upheld clinical oversight by performing patient assessments, managing complex care plans, and administering IV and acute medications.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards, hospital policies, and infection control protocols, promoting a safe patient environment.
- Prevented infections, created specialized treatment plans, and educated patients and staff on care regimen.
Charge Nurse
1 Year 11 Months- Organized unit staffing, patient flow, and clinical decisions to improve care quality.
- Evaluated MAR/MHR, audited patient charts and med carts, ensuring compliance with State and Federal protocols while maintaining patient care quality.
- Managed patients' admissions, transfers and discharges.
Charge Nurse & Wound Care Director
1 Year- Provided a complete range of LPN services in a 162-bed facility; including, direct-nursing-care, medication administration and wound care treatments.
- Examined, assessed wounds. Checked size, depth, color, and drainage to see how well an injury is healing and executed treatment per TAR.
- Monitored early signs of infection, collected wound cultures, and administered prescribed topical or systemic antibiotics to ensure effective wound management.
- Assessed, treated, and managed complex or hard-to-heal skin injuries, including pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, surgical incisions, and severe burns.
Charge Nurse & Memory Care Supervisor
1 Year 3 Months- Oversaw personalized care plans for individuals with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, developing and implementing care programs that met the needs of residents, staff.
- Contributed to JCAHO accreditation and CMS 4-star rating for memory care unit, ensuring compliance with standards and enhancing service quality.
- Maintained 100% compliance with HIPAA guidelines while managing confidential health records and conducting bedside handoffs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Skills
Compassion and Empathy
Infection Control
Medication Administration
Medication and IV Administration
Wound Care
Patient Education
Dementia care
Diabetes Management
Immunizations and Vaccinations
Geriatrics
Psychiatry
Clinical Documentation
Teamwork and collaboration
Self-Management
Time management
Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse
Albany Care
07.2025 - 03.2026
Clinical Nurse Liaison
Astra Health
01.2024 - 05.2025
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions
10.2020 - 01.2021
Agency Nurse
IntelyCare
06.2017 - Current
Charge Nurse
Bridgeway Rehabilitation Services
01.2015 - 05.2017
Charge Nurse
The Grove of Evanston
01.2014 - 12.2015
Charge Nurse & Wound Care Director
Brightview Nursing & Rehab
08.2012 - 08.2013
Charge Nurse & Memory Care Supervisor
Imperial Grove Pavilion
03.2011 - 06.2012
Malcolm X College
Associate of Science from Nursing
Otsego Area School of Practical Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse from Nursing