HEATHER VANEK
MICHIGAN CITY
Summary
Compassionate professional with extensive background in providing exceptional patient care. Dedicated to delivering high quality, compassionate care to diverse patient populations. Proven track record of successful outcomes in high-pressure, fast-paced clinical settings. Passionate about patient advocacy, education, and holistic healing.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE, INFUSION CENTER
FRANCISCAN ALLIANCE
09.2019 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patients’ needs and develop individualized plans of care.
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs.
- Demonstrated the ability to work independently as well as part of a team environment.
- Monitored vital signs as part of ongoing assessment process.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Franciscan Alliance
07.2017 - Current
- Delivered patient care by assessing needs and implementing care plans effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance service delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and recovery processes.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and documented patient progress accurately.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Saint Catherine Hospital
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Coordinated individualized rehabilitation plans to enhance patient recovery and mobility.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient progress, adjusting care strategies as needed.
- Trained nursing staff on rehabilitation protocols and best practices for improved patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment approaches and ensure comprehensive care.
- Developed educational materials for patients and families on rehabilitation techniques and resources.
Registered Nurse, SURGICAL TRAUMA
IU METHODIST HOSPITAL RAPID RESPONSE
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, medications, nutrition requirements, pain management strategies.
- Treated patients en route to hospitals or at disaster site triage centers.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety protocols.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
IU HEALTH METHODIST HOSPITAL RAPID RESPONSE
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Taught patients and significant others to manage illness or injury by explaining post-treatment home care needs.
- Performed therapeutic nursing interventions to promote patient well-being.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for patients transitioning from acute care setting to home care or other post-acute settings.
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
Registered Nurse
PORTER REGIONAL HOSPITAL
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques.
- Engaged in research activities related to nursing.
- Compared patient response with observable outcomes to evaluate effectiveness of care.
Registered Nurse
FRANCISCAN ALLIANCE
07.2017 - 05.2018
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols.
- Treated patients en route to hospitals or at disaster site triage centers.
- Performed EKGs using proper techniques and procedures.
CNA
FRANCISCAN ALLINACE
10.2015 - 07.2017
- Exercised comatose, paralyzed, and immobile patients.
- Exhibited compassionate attitude towards all patients regardless of age or disability level.
- Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families.
- Communicated with patients to ascertain feelings and needed for assistance and social and emotional support.
Education
BSN - NURSING
Purdue University Northwest
Westville, IN07.2017
ASSOCIATES - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
UNIVERSITY OF AXIA COLLEGE OF PHOENIX
PHOENIX, AZ10.2007
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Port access
- PICC/ dressing changes
- Removing sutures
- Wound care
- IV setup
- EPIC/CERNER use
Accomplishments
NIH Certified
Chemo Certified
Certification
- INDIANA LICENSE 28237683A EXPIRES 2023-10-30
- ILLINOIS LICENSE 041536838 EXPIRES 2024-05-31
- MICHIGAN LICENSE 4704399357 EXPIRES 2025-02-21
Timeline
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Saint Catherine Hospital
05.2025 - 08.2025
Registered Nurse, SURGICAL TRAUMA
IU METHODIST HOSPITAL RAPID RESPONSE
03.2023 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
IU HEALTH METHODIST HOSPITAL RAPID RESPONSE
09.2022 - 12.2022
REGISTERED NURSE, INFUSION CENTER
FRANCISCAN ALLIANCE
09.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
PORTER REGIONAL HOSPITAL
05.2018 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Franciscan Alliance
07.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
FRANCISCAN ALLIANCE
07.2017 - 05.2018
CNA
FRANCISCAN ALLINACE
10.2015 - 07.2017
ASSOCIATES - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
UNIVERSITY OF AXIA COLLEGE OF PHOENIX
BSN - NURSING
Purdue University Northwest