Jocelyn Coroneos
Palatine,IL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northwestern Medicine
09.2023 - 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.
- Safely managed care for 4-6 patients for the duration of a 12 hour shift
Certified Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary
Lutheran General Hospital
01.2020 - Current
- Worked in a fast-paced clinical setting ensuring that all patients' vitals and medical records are up to date
- Provided patient care as needed
- Used appropriate equipment as needed (i.e., Sit-to-Stand and Hoyer Lifts, and Gait Belts)
- Communicated with Patients and Patient Family Members
- Assist with various clerical responsibilities such as answering phone calls and organizing patient files
- Communicated with all members of the patient care coordination team to get patients admitted and discharged from the unit
- Performed unit audits.
Combat Medic
United States Army
09.2019 - 03.2021
- The combat medic specialist is primarily responsible for providing emergency medical treatment at point of wounding on the battlefield, limited primary care, and health protection and evacuation from a point of injury or illness
- Trained to be a combat lifesaver, administer lifesaving skills to wounded soldiers
- Worked in clinical setting, taking vitals, up keeping medical records
- Served as a platoon leader overseeing the day-to-day operations combat medic trainees
- Earned NREMT Certification
Respite Caregiver
Little City Foundation
08.2019 - 03.2021
- One on one caregiver
- Visit patient's house every morning to assist with Activities of Daily Living
- Drives patient to places as needed.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, reporting any changes or concerns to appropriate parties promptly.
- Assured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting clients with grooming tasks such as bathing or dressing when necessary.
Receptionist
Castle Chiropractic
08.2016 - 01.2020
- Greeted customers and visitors in-person
- Handled all customer service issues
- Coordination of patient appointments and reminders via phone, email, and mail
- Interacted with vendors and contractors
- Coordinated office inventory
- Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of the receptionist and lobby area
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing mail
- Provided clerical support to company employees, including data entry and billing support
- Assisted senior recruiting staff with career fairs, event planning, and recruiting events.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Used appropriate equipment as needed (i.e Sit-to-Stand and Hoyer Lifts and gait belts)
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL05.2023
Some College (No Degree) -
Harper College
Palatine, ILSkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- CAUTI/CLABSI Committee member
Certification
- RN-BSN - May 2023
- NREMT Certified
- CNA Certified
- Basic Life Support (American Heart Association)
- Advanced Care Life Support (American Heart Association)
- NIH Stroke Scale (American Heart Association)
- Early Childhood Education Certificate
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northwestern Medicine
09.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant and Unit Secretary
Lutheran General Hospital
01.2020 - Current
Combat Medic
United States Army
09.2019 - 03.2021
Respite Caregiver
Little City Foundation
08.2019 - 03.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care
09.2017 - 07.2018
Receptionist
Castle Chiropractic
08.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Some College (No Degree) -
Harper College