Julie King
Loves Park,ILLINOIS
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for providing care for each patient based on the diverse needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care for the patient and the involved family members.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Specialty
UW Health/Swedish American Hospital
Rockford, IL
06.2011 - Current
- Work with adults, adolescents and children suffering from mental illness.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients 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 nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and social needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with specific needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications, interventions, discharge instructions, and follow-up care plans.
- Developed and Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing patient needs.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Registered Nurse
Lutheran Social Services/PA Peterson Center
Rockford, IL
06.2002 - 05.2014
- Work with adults, adolescents and children suffering from mental illness.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients 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 nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and social needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with specific needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications, interventions, discharge instructions, and follow-up care plans.
- Developed and Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing patient needs.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL12.2016
Associate Of Science In Nursing -
Highland College
Freeport, IL06.2011
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL06.2002
Certification
Registered Professional Nurse: License number 041393296
American Nurses Credentialing Center Psychiatric Mental Health Registered Nurse Board Certified 8/30/2017 to present. Certification Number: 2017081842
Affiliations
American Psychiatric Nurses Association
Awards
Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses Recipient, March 2018
Volunteer
Crisis Text Line Crisis Counselor, volunteer time providing emotional support to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Specialty
UW Health/Swedish American Hospital
06.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse
Lutheran Social Services/PA Peterson Center
06.2002 - 05.2014
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
Northern Illinois University
Associate Of Science In Nursing -
Highland College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Rock Valley College