Sally Gadzekpo R.N. BSN.
Utilization review nurse.
Bolingbrook,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Facility When Short on a Per Diem Basis. Administer Medications to Patients. Perform Wound Care, Gastric Tube Feedings. Admit and Transfer Patients to Hospital. Follow, Adjust the Plan of Care According to Provider Orders
INTELYCARE HEALTHCARE AGENCY
1250 HANCOCK ST.#501N QUINCY, 02169, MA
06.2020 - Current
- Performed daily duties with precision and efficiency.
- Effectively multitasked while giving priority to urgent requests made by physicians or nurses.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
Correctional Registered Nurse
Maxiam Home Healthcare Staffing Agency
Orland Park, Illinois
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, monitored patients for reactions or side effects, and provided education on medication use.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare personnel within the facility to provide continuity of care for inmates.
Ambulatory Care Nurse
Planet Healthcare Agency/ Northwestern Hospital
Chicago, Illinois
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Coordinated communication between providers, staff, family members and community resources to promote optimal patient care.
- Counseled patients on healthy lifestyle choices such as diet, exercise and stress management techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes utilizing electronic health records systems.
Mental Health Registered Nurse
FAVORITE HEALTHCARE AGENCY
ANN KILEY DEVELOPMENT CENTER
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop optimal treatment strategies for clients.
- Collaborated with other mental health professionals to coordinate care for clients.
Mother-Baby Registered Nurse
Fusion Medical Staffing
Elkhorn, NE
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided emotional support to new mothers regarding breastfeeding difficulties or other concerns.
- Ensured safe transition from hospital to home by providing comprehensive discharge teaching and follow up instructions for mother-baby dyads.
- Encouraged bonding between mother and baby by helping initiate skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth.
Post-partum- Mother/Baby Nurse
LOYOLA MACNEAL HOSPITAL- BERWYN, IL
Berwyn, Illinois
11.2014 - 04.2021
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
PRESENCE ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER, JOLIET IL
Joliet, Illinois
07.2004 - 05.2014
- Implemented appropriate interventions according to established protocols for rapid response teams.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding complex medical cases involving cardiac telemetry patients.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing terminal illness or end-of-life decisions.
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
ADVOCATE GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL. DOWNERS GROVE,IL
Downers Grove, IL
12.1998 - 08.2004
- Provided direct care for orthopedic patients including wound care, administering medications and injections, and assisting with rehabilitation exercises.
- Performed post-operative assessments on orthopedic patients following surgery to assess recovery status and evaluate effectiveness of prescribed treatments.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN NURSING -
UNIVERSITY OF SAINT FRANCIS
12.1999
Associates Degree -
COLLEGE OF DUPAGE
09.1997
Skills
- Epic, Cerna, PCC, Matrix Software Proficiency
- Compassionate care giver
- Self-Directed
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Certification
- REGISTERED NURSE LICENSURE, #041-315396 5/2026
- BLS-CPR CERTIFICATION, 02/2025
- ACLS CERTIFICATION, 02/2025
Awards
Received multiple daisy Awards for displaying Exemplary service.
Languages
GA
Native/ Bilingual
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Correctional Registered Nurse
Maxiam Home Healthcare Staffing Agency
05.2023 - 09.2023
Ambulatory Care Nurse
Planet Healthcare Agency/ Northwestern Hospital
10.2022 - 02.2023
Mental Health Registered Nurse
FAVORITE HEALTHCARE AGENCY
08.2021 - 03.2022
Mother-Baby Registered Nurse
Fusion Medical Staffing
04.2021 - 01.2022
Staff Facility When Short on a Per Diem Basis. Administer Medications to Patients. Perform Wound Care, Gastric Tube Feedings. Admit and Transfer Patients to Hospital. Follow, Adjust the Plan of Care According to Provider Orders
INTELYCARE HEALTHCARE AGENCY
06.2020 - Current
Post-partum- Mother/Baby Nurse
LOYOLA MACNEAL HOSPITAL- BERWYN, IL
11.2014 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
PRESENCE ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER, JOLIET IL
07.2004 - 05.2014
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
ADVOCATE GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL. DOWNERS GROVE,IL
12.1998 - 08.2004
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN NURSING -
UNIVERSITY OF SAINT FRANCIS
Associates Degree -
COLLEGE OF DUPAGE
- REGISTERED NURSE LICENSURE, #041-315396 5/2026
- BLS-CPR CERTIFICATION, 02/2025
- ACLS CERTIFICATION, 02/2025
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