Gloria Zielinski
Elgin,IL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Committed to patient education and advocacy. Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Float and travel nurse, experienced in several units including the cardiac, observation, ortho, neuro, mother baby, surgical, oncology and medical.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sherman Hospital
Elgin, IL
11.2018 - Current
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Travel Registered Nurse
Van Matre
Rockford, Illinois
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Participated in weekly clinical rounds with physician staff to discuss plan of care updates and modifications.
- Demonstrated safe handling techniques when transferring and positioning bedridden patients.
- Assisted with ambulation using appropriate assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Conducted assessments of movement capabilities post-injury or surgery utilizing range-of-motion exercises, balance tests, gait training.
- Observed behavior patterns and reported any significant changes in mental status to supervising physician.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and oxygen saturation levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate rehabilitation services for optimal outcomes.
- Instructed patients in the use of adaptive equipment for mobility and daily living activities.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques for injury prevention or management of chronic illnesses.
Travel Registered Nurse
Northshore University Health
Evanston, Illinois
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Was part of the Ortho-Neuro unit.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal quality of care for all patients.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards in diverse clinical environments.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing the practice of nursing within the scope of travel nurse duties.
- Participated in continuous education to stay current with nursing practices and healthcare innovations.
- Adapted to different hospital units and practices, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
- Worked with Post op Craniotomy patients.
- Managed Lumbar drains.
Education
Bachelor’s in Nursing - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Aurora, IL03-2021
Associate of Arts - Arts
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL08-2017
Skills
- IV management
- Family and patient support
- Patient assessment
- Emergency procedures
- Electronic health records management
- Complex Problem-solving
- IV drug therapy management
- Direct nursing care
- Documentation and charting
- Flow sheet charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Professional bedside manner
- Team coordination
- Geriatric nursing
- Removing sutures
- Epic EHR management
- Patient management
- Spanish fluency
- Precepting
- Patient care planning
Hobbies
- Bartlett Raiders Football Sideline Game Nurse
- Weightlifting
- Studying/Reading Books (I like learning new things)
- Cooking
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Van Matre
04.2024 - 07.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Northshore University Health
03.2023 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse
Sherman Hospital
11.2018 - Current
Bachelor’s in Nursing - Nursing
Capella University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Associate of Arts - Arts
Elgin Community College