Focused and dedicated individual motivated to deliver seamless and pleasant healthcare experience to patients. Offering 20+ years background, assisting medical teams in examining and treating patients. Adaptable and driven with strong work
ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings. Quality-driven and safety-oriented.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Elmhurst Hospital
Elmhurst, IL
02.2022 - Current
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Provided direct care for orthopedic patients including wound care, administering medications and injections, and assisting with rehabilitation exercises.
Collect lab specimens, ordering, interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results to
accurately record results.
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Relay messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Provided direct patient care to a variety of patients when floating to different departments.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Developed effective relationships with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members.
Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
Certified Medical Assistant
Endeaver Health- Elmhurst Hospital
Elmhurst, IL
01.2015 - 02.2022
Assess, document and monitor vital signs in a wide range of patients, pediatric to geriatric, in a diverse population.
Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
Oversee and support nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
I-Care management- maintain inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
Secure patient information and maintain patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
Coordinate and execute medical waste disposal according to governmental and organizational standards.
Prepare treatment rooms by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.