Faith Schofield
Homer Glen,IL
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with expertise in medication administration, patient assessment, and critical thinking. Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes through effective collaboration and education. Strong commitment to delivering high-quality care in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northwestern Medical Group
Orland Park, Illinois
03.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create and implement individualized patient care strategies, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Educated patients and families on self-management and preventative health measures, fostering greater health awareness and adherence.
- Counseled patients on medication side effects and necessary lifestyle changes, contributing to improved health outcomes.
- Leveraged computerized tools to enhance patient data management and streamline clinical operations. Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Registered Nurse
First Health Moore Regional Hospital
Pinehurst, North Carolina
06.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement tailored patient care strategies, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient health status and specific needs.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Assisted in emergency procedures to deliver timely care during critical situations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management and post-discharge procedures, empowering them to manage health independently.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sandhills Community College
Pinehurst, NC05-2021
Associate of Science - General Studies
Sandhills Community College
Pinehurst, NC05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC05-1999
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Direct nursing care
- Emergency response
- Patient monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- EHR management
- Procedure preparations
- Immunization skills
- Pediatric nursing
- Postpartum counseling
- Performing ekgs
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient education
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Obstetrics and gynecology
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northwestern Medical Group
03.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse
First Health Moore Regional Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sandhills Community College
Associate of Science - General Studies
Sandhills Community College
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Bob Jones University