Janika Bass
Joliet,IL
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Nurse with extensive nursing experience, excelling in team management and individualized care coordination. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through strategic decision-making and quality control proficiency. Passionate about mentoring clinial team members and implementing best practices in diverse clinical settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse - Stroke
NW Marian Joy Rehab Hospital
Wheaton, IL
01.2024 - Current
- Direct collaborative care workflows through the leadership of clinical teams, fostering mentorship opportunities for nursing trainees.
- Maintain departmental policies, procedures, or infection control standards.
- Provide exceptional patient care in line with clinical nurse duties.
- Uphold ethical principles in all caregiving activities.
- Instruct individuals on preventive health practices.
- Work with service providers to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Provide instruction to team members regarding new clinical guidelines, as required.
- Provide a timely response to urgent healthcare needs.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to ensure that best practices are followed.
- Promote collaboration by maintaining consistent communication with multidisciplinary teams.
- Maintain high standards of service in both personal and telephonic communications.
South Suburban Acutes Nephrology RN
DaVita Kidney Care
Hinsdale, IL
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Administered dialysis services in various units for those suffering from acute or chronic renal issues.
- Ensured compliance with trained discernment and company policies during dialysis procedures.
- Documented comprehensive health records during each stage of dialysis care.
- Streamlined acute care processes by collaborating with primary care professionals and Nephrology staff.
- Executed and sustained disinfection routines.
- Developed effective strategies for patient stabilization.
- Adhered to stringent infection control protocols.
- Delivered comprehensive education on renal disease management to patients.
RN Medical Surgical/Orthopedics
Ascension St. Mary Hospital
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Applied professional nursing competencies according to practice guidelines.
- Provided post-surgical care for patients with complex health conditions.
- Utilized skill and assessment applications to initiate care plans for health promotion.
- Coordinated health system reviews, medication regimens, disease management protocols, and resource availability for smooth patient discharge.
- Implemented and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Adhered to established policies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Health Services Director
Senior Star Management
Romeoville, IL
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Assistant AL Clinical Director | 2019-2020
- Residential Service Coordinator | 2018-2019
- Nurse manager | 2013-2018
- Led recruitment initiatives to strengthen the clinical department workforce.
- Managed clinical operations for over 125 clinical associates.
- Operated in alignment with state regulations and ethical standards for nursing.
- Facilitated creation of care plans through collaboration with patients and family members.
- Coordinated transfers, admissions, and re-admissions with Community Relations team and coordinating services.
- Maintained communication and transparency with department heads and medical staff.
- Oversaw financial activities including budget formulation, expense authorization and report coordination.
- Generated comprehensive reports through an optimized record-keeping system.
- Formulated procedures for efficient healthcare management.
- Evaluated patients for accurate determination of required care.
Admissions Nurse
Seasons Hospice Palliative
Burr Ridge, IL
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Performed detailed assessments for individuals requiring palliative care at both residences and medical institutions.
- Handled scheduling autonomously, maintaining a seamless workflow.
- Completed hospice certification process to ensure compliance with requirements.
- Delivered holistic and compassionate bedside care for effective symptom management.
- Delivered specialized support encompassing both palliative and critical treatments.
- Provided details on available services to prospective patients and their families, ensuring information privacy.
- Carried out an initial assessment for the commencement of contractual services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Consistently upheld compliance with relevant regulations.
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, ILSkills
- Team management
- Budget Oversight
- Comprehensive Discharge Planning
- Client Case Coordination
- End-of-Life Home Services
- Skilled in EHR Software Utilization
- Intravenous therapy
- Administration of Blood Components
- PIV, AVG, and AVF cannulation
- Critical Care Ventilator Support
- Wound management
- Enteral Tube Maintenance
- Management of Medical Devices
- Strategic Decision Making
- Quality Control Proficiency
- Individualized Care Coordination
- Resource utilization
- Family Engagement Initiatives
- Dementia Care Professional Certification
- BLS Certification
- NIHSS Certification
Awards
- Deficiency free survey from IDPH, 05/01/19
- Deficiency free survey from IDPH, 01/01/22
Timeline
Clinical Nurse - Stroke
NW Marian Joy Rehab Hospital
01.2024 - Current
South Suburban Acutes Nephrology RN
DaVita Kidney Care
01.2023 - 08.2024
RN Medical Surgical/Orthopedics
Ascension St. Mary Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2024
Health Services Director
Senior Star Management
01.2020 - 12.2022
Admissions Nurse
Seasons Hospice Palliative
01.2020 - 09.2021
Associates Degree - Nursing
Joliet Junior College