IDA SPEARMAN
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a strong foundation in patient care, built upon experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and advanced education including a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Proven ability to deliver high-quality healthcare services while positively impacting patient outcomes. Committed to leveraging clinical skills and knowledge to thrive in dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Wellspring Personal Care
Chicago, IL
05.2019 - Current
- Guidelines for HIPAA compliance, patient identity, and patients' safety
- Utilize a Mic-Key g-tube to administer the medication and monitor for adverse reactions
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices
- Patient education should be provided
- An LTV Ventilator, an oxygen tank, a standard wheelchair, a Blanketrol III (heated blanket), specialist equipment for feeding, a pulse oximeter, a nebulizer, a CPT machine, and a cough assist are some of the items that need to be maintained to meet the requirements of providing care to the patient in their own home
- Ensured accuracy of patient records
- Treatment for tracheotomies and G-tubes: Supplemental or enteral nutrition
- As needed, provide primary wound care and care at the bedside
- Taking Vital Signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, spot, and Accu-chek)
- To ensure continuity of treatment, it is necessary to manage and coordinate interdisciplinary modalities between patients, their families, and physicians
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention
Registered Nurse
BrightStar
Oak Park, IL
01.2019 - Current
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches effectively
- Displaying both respect and positivity
- As needed, provide basic wound care and care at the bedside
- Taking Vital Signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, spot, and Accu-chek)
- To ensure continuity of treatment, it is necessary to manage and coordinate interdisciplinary modalities between patients, their families, and physicians
- The equipment, which includes oxygen supplies and Foley catheters, should be assembled
- Treatment for tracheotomies and G-tubes: Supplemental or enteral nutrition
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention
LPN
Symphony Healthcare
Chicago, IL
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Guidelines for HIPAA compliance, patient identity, and patients' safety Administered medications and injections to patients
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels and recorded them in electronic medical records
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff
- Demonstrated both respect and positivity
- As needed, provide basic wound care and care at the bedside
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary healthcare and social service provider team to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, psychotropics, weight studies, transfers, and discharges
- Care for tracheostomies and G-tubes, including gastric and enteral feeding
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
LPN
Pershing Gardens
Stickney, IL
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Guidelines for HIPAA compliance, patient identity, and patients' safety
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels
- If relevant, tubing and individual drugs must be appropriately labeled with the appropriate date, time, and patient name
- Demonstrating both respect and positivity
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- As needed, provide basic wound care and care at the bedside
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients
- Administered medications and injections to patients
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded them in electronic medical records
- Admissions, chart audits, psychotropics, weight studies, and care arrangements are all included
- Care for tracheostomies and G-tubes, including gastric and enteral feeding
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary healthcare and social service provider team to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff
Education
Master of Science - Nursing: Organization and Leadership
American Sentinel at Post University
Waterbury, CT01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN07.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Mokena, IL09.2023
Practical Nursing - Nursing
ATS Institute of Technology
Chicago, IL02.2016
Skills
- Wound Care
- Basic life support (BLS) certification
- Intravenous therapy
- ADL Assistance
- Long-Term Care
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Advocacy
- Team Collaboration
- Health Education
- Emergency Response
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Diabetes management
- EMR / EHR
- Ventilator support
- Home health care
References
Upon request
Degree
MSN, BSN, RN
Additionalinformation - Clinicalexperience
- Medical-Surgical Care, Ascension St. Joseph Hospital, IL, 07/01/22 - 09/01/23
- Behavioral Health, Linden Oaks, IL, 11/01/22 - 12/01/22
- Labor & Delivery, Postpartum and Newborn Care, Ascension St. Joseph Hospital, IL, 04/01/23 - 06/01/23
- Ortho & OR, Ascension St. Joseph Hospital, IL, 07/01/23 - 09/01/23
- Pediatric Care, Ascension St. Joseph Hospital, IL, 07/01/23 - 09/01/23
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Wellspring Personal Care
05.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
BrightStar
01.2019 - Current
LPN
Symphony Healthcare
01.2017 - 01.2019
LPN
Pershing Gardens
11.2016 - 02.2017
Master of Science - Nursing: Organization and Leadership
American Sentinel at Post University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Practical Nursing - Nursing
ATS Institute of Technology
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