Kay Sill, AGNP-BC
Petersburg,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented Nurse Practitioner with proven skills in physical assessment, health risk screenings, patient education, and collaborative care coordination. Committed to enhancing patient safety and optimizing healthcare outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Infection Preventionist Nurse
The Villas Senior Care Community
Springfield, IL
07.2025 - Current
- Conducted regular audits of hygiene practices among staff and departments.
- Collaborated with medical teams to assess and manage infection risks effectively.
- Monitored infection rates and reported findings to healthcare leadership regularly.
- Coordinated outbreak investigations and containment strategies during infectious disease events.
Nurse Practitioner
Vohra Wound Physicians
Springfield, IL
05.2024 - 07.2025
- Assessed wound conditions and developed personalized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on wound care techniques and prevention strategies.
- Treated complex wounds including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds, and trauma-related wounds.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatment plans for wounds.
Nurse Practitioner
Signify Health
Springfield, IL
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted patient assessments to determine healthcare needs and treatment plans.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient interactions and treatments.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
St. Johns Hospital
Springfield, Illinois
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed transitions of care to ensure continuity and support for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and available resources.
- Collaborated with physicians on patient medications, medical needs and performance.
Call Center Nurse
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, IL
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
- Contacted healthcare providers to obtain additional information or verify existing data.
- Maintained accurate records of all calls received and actions taken in response.
Nursing Skills Lab Professional
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Perform hands-on skills training for nursing students.
- Oversee and maintain the skills lab.
Director of Nursing
Brightstar Home Care Services
Petersburg, IL
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards.
- Coordinated training programs for nursing staff on best practices.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
Admission Nurse Navigator/ Case Manager
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, IL
06.2014 - 11.2020
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams at Memorial Medical Center.
- Advised on insurance coverage issues related to accessing necessary medical services.
- Monitored patient progress throughout the continuum of care.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
Case Manager
Vibra Hospital
Springfield, IL
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Coordinated patient care plans with multidisciplinary teams at Vibra Hospital.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care strategies as needed.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers consistently.
- Conducted regular case reviews to ensure compliance with hospital policies.
Case Manager
St Johns Hospital
Springfield, IL
10.2010 - 01.2014
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized service plans effectively.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers consistently.
- Conducted regular case reviews to ensure compliance with hospital policies.
Home Health Nurse
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, IL
05.2009 - 10.2010
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients in home settings.
- Assisted with medication management and health monitoring for patients.
- Educated families on patient care techniques and health management.
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Health promotion
- Geriatric care
- Patient examination
- Lab result evaluation
- Infection control
- Wound care management
Certification
2020- Spring Arbor University, MI
Board Certified Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
Board Certified Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
Timeline
Infection Preventionist Nurse
The Villas Senior Care Community
07.2025 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Vohra Wound Physicians
05.2024 - 07.2025
Nurse Practitioner
Signify Health
10.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse Case Manager
St. Johns Hospital
05.2023 - 10.2023
Call Center Nurse
Memorial Medical Center
10.2022 - 01.2023
Nursing Skills Lab Professional
Lincoln Land Community College
08.2021 - 09.2022
Director of Nursing
Brightstar Home Care Services
11.2020 - 09.2021
Admission Nurse Navigator/ Case Manager
Memorial Medical Center
06.2014 - 11.2020
Case Manager
Vibra Hospital
01.2014 - 06.2014
Case Manager
St Johns Hospital
10.2010 - 01.2014
Home Health Nurse
Memorial Medical Center
05.2009 - 10.2010