Joyce Georgi
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with 13+ years of diverse experience in telephonic nursing, patient education, and disease management. Proven ability to deliver comprehensive care coordination and health education for patients managing chronic conditions in clinical and remote settings. Skilled in conducting assessments, creating individualized care plans, and supporting patient adherence to disease management strategies. Strong background in working with government healthcare programs, facilitating care reviews, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Expert in data analysis, patient education, and telephonic care for complex and catastrophic cases. Sole medical professional (PEL-CSN) on a campus of 2000+ students/staff.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Success Coach
College of DuPage
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Partnered with health science students, including nursing students, to set realistic academic and career goals and develop strategies for managing their health education journeys
- Provided individualized coaching on health education topics, stress management, and wellness to students, facilitating their success in rigorous health science programs
- Tracked progress and collaborated with faculty to ensure that students received appropriate support to meet educational and wellness goals
- Grant Position
ADHD Coach and Consultant
Kaleidoscope ADHD Coaching
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client strengths, barriers, and unique needs, ensuring individualized strategies for success
- Maintained meticulous records and ensured compliance with data privacy regulations
- Developed and implemented tailored strategies to support client health and wellness goals, overcoming barriers related to executive function and emotional regulation
- Collaborated with healthcare providers and external services to ensure holistic care coordination
Certified School Nurse Consultant
Lyons Township High School
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assessed student health needs, identifying barriers to education and ensuring compliance with health protocols
- Conducted detailed health assessments, collaborated with healthcare professionals, and reviewed health histories to develop comprehensive health care plans
- Developed individualized health goals and implemented accommodations for students in IEPs and 504 plans
- Worked closely with special education teams, teachers, and staff to address health concerns and promote a safe learning environment
- Provided expert input at IEP meetings, ensuring alignment between health and education needs for students and families
- Temp 1 year Contract
Certified School Nurse
LADSE (LaGrange Area Department of Special Education)
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with the Special Education team at District 92.5 to assess and address student health needs, including advice on COVID-19 protocols
- COVID-19 safety practices, including advising on safety guidelines, health screenings, and infection prevention strategies across the district
- Consulted with parents, physicians, and therapists to gather data, ensuring compliance with health and safety measures
- Developed district-wide health policies & secured life-saving medications for student emergency care
- Consolidated health information into detailed yet concise reports for IEPs and 504 plans to ensure safe learning environments
Substitute School Nurse
School District 105
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided nursing care across the district; 5 schools (pre-K through 8th grade)
- Responsibilities included direct care, medication administration/management, team collaboration and maintaining detailed health records
- Consulted with a district that was piloting a new form of saliva testing to detect Coronavirus-positive students before or at the onset of symptoms, allowing for early detection and quarantine measures to prevent the spread
School Nurse
Lyons Township High School (District 204)
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided direct nursing care, administered medications, and managed health records
- Collaborated with social services and medical staff on student support and concussion protocols
- Connected parents with community resources and maintained up-to-date health documentation
- Trained and supervised health aides, ensuring proper understanding of emergency care plans
Registered Nurse
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital/Clinic
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Lead RN for the Weight Management program, providing ongoing patient education and follow-up for individuals managing chronic health conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease
- Telephonic patient triage duties related to gastroenterology (GI); providing immediate nursing support and education on managing chronic gastrointestinal conditions such as Crohn’s disease, IBS, and GERD, providing resources for lifestyle and dietary modifications
- Conducted extensive telephonic nursing for follow-up care, disease management support, and patient education, ensuring adherence to individualized care plans and treatment protocols
- Collaborated with physicians to assess patient progress and adjust care plans as needed, facilitating continuity of care for complex cases
- Developed educational materials on disease management, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their health and wellness
- Supported patients through detailed education on managing co-morbidities and preventing disease progression, utilizing evidence-based strategies
Registered Nurse
Central DuPage Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Conducted continuous medical assessments of high-acuity cardiac patients
- Managed patient care, including emergency interventions and medication administration
Education
School Nurse Certification (PEL – CSN) -
University of Illinois – Chicago
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Illinois – Chicago
Master’s Program - Speech/Language Pathology
Governor’s State University
Bachelor of Science - Speech and Hearing Science
University of Illinois – Urbana Champaign
Skills
- Telephonic Nursing
- Remote Patient Care
- Disease Management
- Patient Education
- Care Coordination
- Chronic Condition Management
- Data Analysis
- Regulatory Reporting
- Health Education
- Wellness Programs
- Case Management
- Care Plan Development
- Government Healthcare Program Experience
- IEP/504 Plan Development
- Healthcare Consulting
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- PC Proficiency
- Web-Based Applications
Certificateslicensure
- Registered Nurse (RN), Illinois, 041.386723, University of Illinois at Chicago
- School Nurse Certification, PEL-CSN, University of Illinois at Chicago
- Covid-19 Contact Tracing – Epidemiology, Johns Hopkins University
- ADHD Coach Training Program, ADDCA
- Certified CPR Trainer
Timeline
Student Success Coach
College of DuPage
01.2023 - 01.2024
ADHD Coach and Consultant
Kaleidoscope ADHD Coaching
01.2022 - 01.2024
Certified School Nurse Consultant
Lyons Township High School
01.2021 - 01.2022
Certified School Nurse
LADSE (LaGrange Area Department of Special Education)
01.2019 - 01.2020
Substitute School Nurse
School District 105
01.2018 - 01.2020
School Nurse
Lyons Township High School (District 204)
01.2017 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital/Clinic
01.2011 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse
Central DuPage Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2011
School Nurse Certification (PEL – CSN) -
University of Illinois – Chicago
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Illinois – Chicago
Master’s Program - Speech/Language Pathology
Governor’s State University
Bachelor of Science - Speech and Hearing Science
University of Illinois – Urbana Champaign
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