Jamie Bianco
Roselle,Illinois
Summary
Registered Nurse and Charge Nurse at Northwestern Memorial Hospital Medical Intensive Care Unit, adept in medication and IV administration and leading emergency responses. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective team collaboration. Excelled in mentoring staff and improving treatment plans, showcasing critical care expertise and strong leadership skills. Patient-oriented Nurse with 23 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
08.2001 - Current
- 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 closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Charge/Code Nurse
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
08.2001 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered ACLS medications via oral, IV, IO and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Coordinate bed availability and admissions in a 40 bed unit
- Over see and assist staff of 20 + nurses
- Support Rapid Response Team
- Respond to all cardiac arrest and airway emergencies throughout the hospital
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL05.2001
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Critical Care
Emergency Response
Emergency Procedures
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Volunteer Work
I currently volunteer at Saint Walter School during lunch and recess, and have helped the school check the children's physicals and vaccine records.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
08.2001 - Current
Charge/Code Nurse
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
08.2001 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
William Rainey Harper College