Gabriela Plewa
Oak Lawn,IL
Summary
Diligent, hardworking, and motivated Registered Nurse with over 1 year of experience delivering high-quality care to patients. My skills include thorough patient assessments,strong clinical abilities and effective teamwork,contributing to high-quality patient outcomes in fast-paced settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse- Endoscopy
Palos Hospital
Palos Heights, IL
02.2023 - Current
- Performed patient assessment and pre-operative teaching prior to procedure.
- Assisted physician with endoscopic procedures, including upper GI endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, ERCP, and bronchoscopy.
- Provided post-procedure care instructions to patients and families.
- Managed and administered conscious sedation medications as ordered by the physician.
- Monitored vital signs during all stages of the procedure.
- Organized supplies for each procedure according to department policy and standards.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information related to the endoscopic procedure in accordance with state laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal quality of care for patients undergoing an endoscopic procedure.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing sterile technique while preparing instruments for use during an endoscopic procedure.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to Endoscopy RN practice standards.
- Conducted follow-up phone calls with patients who recently had an Endoscopy Procedure.
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Palos Hospital
Palos Heights, IL
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Patient Care Technician, Med/Surge
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, IL
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Documented information in patient charts using EPIC, and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Provided care, comfort and emotional support to children and adolescents facing serious illnesses and medical procedures.
- Helped patients' feel independent and dignified by assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs).
Medical Assistant
Healing Medical Group
Hindsdale , IL
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Performed EKG's, A1c, and lipid panel testing.
- Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Performed routine tests such vision and hearing tests.
- Collected forms, copied insurance cards and coordinated patient information for billing and insurance processing.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL05-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern College
Bridgeview, IL07-2022
Medical/Surgical
Clinical Experience- Franciscan St. James Health
Olympia Fields, ILMaternal and Child Health
Clinical Experience- Franciscan St. James Health
Olympia Fields, ILPediatrics
Clinical Experience- Community Hospital
Munster, INSkills
- Bilingual in Polish and English
- Professional bedside manner
- Vitals monitoring
- Patient assessments
- CPR/BLS
- Medical documentation
- Patient safety and infection control
- Compassion
- Team-work
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time management skills
- Medication and IV administration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Specimen Collection
- Post Operative Care
- Equipment Sterilization
- IV Insertion
- Sedation administration
- Surgical Assistance
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Staff Nurse- Endoscopy
Palos Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Palos Hospital
10.2022 - 02.2023
Patient Care Technician, Med/Surge
Loyola University Medical Center
01.2022 - 09.2022
Medical Assistant
Healing Medical Group
07.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern College
Medical/Surgical
Clinical Experience- Franciscan St. James Health
Maternal and Child Health
Clinical Experience- Franciscan St. James Health
Pediatrics
Clinical Experience- Community Hospital
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