Joann Speros
North Aurora,IL
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with a diverse background in nursing, project management, teaching, and caregiving. Skilled in conducting thorough assessments, implementing evidence-based interventions, and delivering compassionate care to patients. Proven ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to create a supportive environment. Adaptable to various healthcare settings and patient populations, maintaining professionalism under pressure. Committed to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of industry advancements to enhance patient care outcomes. Experienced in various nursing settings including long term care, rehabilitation care, pre-operative and post-operative care, and medical-surgical care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Avantara Aurora
05.2025 - 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.
Registered Nurse
The Pearl of St. Charles
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
Registered Nurse
HCA Trinity Hospital
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Supported successful surgical outcomes by providing skilled assistance during phases of pre-op to post-op care.
- Reduced post-operative complications by providing thorough pre-and post-operative education to patients and families.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members and student nurses, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Solaris HealthCare
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL01-2026
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL05.2024
Associate of Arts - Health Science/Practical Nursing
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL08.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Ridgewood High School
New Port Richey, FL05.2015
Skills
- Develop effective solutions
- Event coordination
- Ownership of tasks
- Curriculum development
- Skin treatment expertise
- Care coordination management
- Policy analysis
- Diagnostic testing analysis
- Follow-up care coordination
- Medication observation proficiency
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective goal setting
- Policy enforcer
- Contextual analysis
- Patient and family advocacy
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Review and documentation
- Patient care plans
- Patient intake and evaluation
- Patient care monitoring
- Assessing patient vital signs
- Emotional awareness
- Therapeutic communication with patients
Certification
- RN- May 2024 to Current date.
- LPN- September 2021 to May 2024
- BLS/CPR -September 2023 to September 2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Avantara Aurora
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
The Pearl of St. Charles
01.2025 - 04.2025
Registered Nurse
HCA Trinity Hospital
10.2022 - 10.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Solaris HealthCare
09.2021 - 08.2023
Associate of Arts - Health Science/Practical Nursing
Pasco-Hernando State College
High School Diploma - undefined
Ridgewood High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pasco-Hernando State College
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Pasco-Hernando State College
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