Julie Vasquez
Rockford,IL
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 15+ years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with emergency department being my specialty.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Travel Registered Nurse
CGH
Sterling, IL
04.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
FHN Memorial Hospital
Freeport, IL
04.2023 - 12.2023
- 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.
School Nurse
Rockford Public Schools
Rockford, IL
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
Emergency Room Charge Nurse
Mercy Health Javon Bea Hospitals
Rockford, IL
03.2013 - 10.2021
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Streamlined ER processes to reduce wait times, providing efficient and timely care for patients in critical conditions.
- Managed ER resources effectively, ensuring adequate staffing levels and proper distribution of medical supplies during peak hours.
- Implemented a streamlined triage system, allowing for quicker assessment and prioritization of incoming patients based on their needs.
- Strengthened patient relationships through the implementation of bedside shift reports, improving communication and trust between healthcare providers and individuals receiving care.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
SwedishAmerican Hospital
Rockford, IL
01.2008 - 07.2012
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Kishwaukee Community College
Malta, IL12.2007
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Direct patient care
- Discharge planning
- Patient education
- Telemetry monitoring
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient assessment
- Emergency care
- Patient needs assessment
- Cardiac monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Patient examinations
- Family education
- Geriatric nursing
- Trauma nursing
- Psychiatric nursing
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Critical thinking
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Medication and IV administration
- Attention to detail
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- CPR/AED
- Intravenous therapy
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
- Clear patient communication
- First aid
Certification
CPR
ACLS
PALS
TNS
NIHSS
Timeline
Emergency Room Travel Registered Nurse
CGH
04.2024 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
FHN Memorial Hospital
04.2023 - 12.2023
School Nurse
Rockford Public Schools
01.2022 - 04.2023
Emergency Room Charge Nurse
Mercy Health Javon Bea Hospitals
03.2013 - 10.2021
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
SwedishAmerican Hospital
01.2008 - 07.2012
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Kishwaukee Community College