Kristen Sanchez
Chicago
Summary
Diligent and clinically experienced Registered Nurse with eight years of diverse clinical experience, including five years as a travel RN and a prior ten-year career as a Professional Massage Therapist. Recognized for exceptional teamwork, strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and a consistently positive presence in fast-paced environments. Skilled in delivering patient-centered care, supporting optimal clinical outcomes, and enhancing the overall patient experience. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive, empathetic, and high-quality care. Committed to excellence, professionalism, and being a reliable asset to both patients and colleagues.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
PRN Registered Nurse
Milan Laser Hair Removal
Chicago, IL
07.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient consultations, assessed skin types using the Fitzpatrick scale, and developed individualized treatment plans.
- Educated clients on treatment expectations, pre- and post-procedure care, potential side effects, and realistic outcomes.
- Educated clients on treatment expectations, pre- and post-procedure care, potential side effects, and realistic outcomes to enhance patient understanding and satisfaction.
- Delivered compassionate, patient-centered care in fast-paced outpatient aesthetic clinic, ensuring high-quality service and patient comfort.
PRN Home/Facility Hospice RN
Unity Hospice & Palliative Care
Chicago, IL
12.2024 - Current
- Managed case load of hospice patients in home & facility settings, delivering compassionate end-of-life care to enhance quality of life.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care with physicians, social workers, and chaplains to ensure comprehensive support for patients and families.
- Maintained accurate EMR documentation, ensuring compliance with Medicare and hospice standards to uphold regulatory integrity.
Travel Psych RN
Riverside Medical Center - (Host Healthcare)
Kankakee, IL
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for adults with acute psychiatric and behavioral health disorders, ensuring patient safety and well-being.
- Administered & monitored psychotropic medications, assessing therapeutic response and adverse effects.
- Oversaw management of patients with psychosis, mood disorders, substance withdrawal, suicidal ideation, and behavioral crises, facilitating crisis intervention and recovery.
- Adjusted swiftly to new hospital systems, policies, and workflows, consistently upholding high standards of patient care.
Travel Detox RN
Tellurian Detox Center - (Amergis Healthcare Staffing)
Madison, WI
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for patients undergoing medical detoxification from alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, and other substances.
- Performed withdrawal evaluations and ongoing monitoring using CIWA and COWS protocols.
- Assessed & managed withdrawal symptoms, recognizing & responding promptly to medical or psychiatric emergencies.
Travel Med-Surg/Tele RN
SUNY Upstate Medical University- (Greenstaff Medical Agency)
Syracuse, NY
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to high-acuity medical-surgical & telemetry patients in a Level I Trauma Center.
- Administered IV medications, blood products, and complex medication regimens while ensuring patient safety.
- Performed thorough assessments, prioritized care, and responded rapidly to changes in patient condition.
Travel Med-Surg/Tele RN
University of Cincinnati Medical Center - (Prolink)
Cincinnati, OH
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to high-acuity Medical-Surgical & Telemetry patients in a busy Level I Trauma facility.
- Interpreted continuous cardiac telemetry, recognized rhythm changes & promptly communicated critical findings.
- Managed patients with chest tubes, wound vacs, PCA pumps, central lines, drains, and enteral feeding tubes.
- Collaborated with physicians, trauma surgeons, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
Travel Med-Surg/Tele Float RN
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, IL
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided safe, high-quality nursing care across multiple medical-surgical & telemetry units at a 678 bed Level I Trauma Center.
- Adapted quickly to diverse patient populations, unit workflows, and hospital protocols while maintaining continuity of care.
- Provided patient education regarding disease process, medications, postop recovery, and discharge planning.
Travel Med-Surg/Tele RN
UChicago Medicine AdventHealth - (AMN Healthcare)
La Grange, IL
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Monitored vital signs, assessed patient conditions, and reported changes to healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills while assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, leading to improved clinical outcomes.
Travel Med-Surg/Tele RN
Kaiser Westside Medical Center - (Maxim Healthcare Services)
Hillsboro, OR
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Assessed, prioritized, and managed medical-surgical and telemetry patients with complex conditions.
- Administered medications including IV meds, blood products, antibiotics and complex medication regimens in accordance with evidence-based practice.
- Maintained accurate EMR documentation and ensured compliance with hospital policies and patient safety standards.
Travel Occupational Health Services RN
Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital - (Triage Staffing)
San Francisco, CA
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided occupational health nursing services for employees in a fast-paced environment.
- Conducted COVID-19 screening, tracing, testing and specimen collection following CDC and organizational protocols.
- Managed a high-volume COVID-19 hotline, providing clinical triage, exposure guidance, and return to work recommendations.
- Educated employees on infection prevention, quarantine/isolation guidelines, vaccination, and work place safety protocols.
Travel PCU RN
Broward Health Deerfield Beach (MedPro)
Deerfield Beach, FL
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Provide comprehensive nursing care for acutely ill adult patients in a high-acuity Progressive Care Unit.
- Assessed, monitored, and managed patients with cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and complex medical-surgical conditions.
- Administered IV medications, titrated heparin and insulin drips, blood products, antibiotics and other prescribed therapies while monitoring patient response.
Travel PCU RN
HealthPark Medical Center - (Triage Staffing)
Fort Myers, FL
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments and rapidly responded to changes in clinical conditions.
- Managed patients requiring BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow oxygen therapy, chest tubes, central lines, drains, and enteral feeding tubes.
- Collaborated with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Cardiothoracic Step-Down RN
Loyola University Medical Center
Hines, IL
12.2018 - 08.2020
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for post-op cardiothoracic surgery patients, including CABG, valve replacement, heart and lung transplant and thoracic surgery cases.
- Managed patients with LVADS, chest tubes, temporary epicardial pacing wires, central lines, and wound drains.
- Administered cardiac medications, IV infusions, anticoagulants, blood products, anti-rejection, and other prescribed therapies while monitoring for therapeutic response.
- Performed post-op monitoring, pain management, pulmonary hygiene, early ambulation and discharge planning to promote recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Resurrection University
Chicago, Illinois04-2018
Skills
- Medical-Surgical & Telemetry Nursing
- Acute Care Expertise
- Detox management
- EMR documentation proficiency
- Care Coordination
- Patient Education
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse - Illinois, License # 041467968 Exp. 05/2028
- Registered Nurse - California - License # 95271018 Exp. 02/2027
- Active RN Licenses in New York, Wisconsin & Oregon
- Basic Life Support (BLS) 05/2025-05/2027
Timeline
Travel Psych RN
Riverside Medical Center - (Host Healthcare)
02.2026 - 05.2026
PRN Registered Nurse
Milan Laser Hair Removal
07.2025 - Current
Travel Detox RN
Tellurian Detox Center - (Amergis Healthcare Staffing)
02.2025 - 07.2025
PRN Home/Facility Hospice RN
Unity Hospice & Palliative Care
12.2024 - Current
Travel Med-Surg/Tele RN
SUNY Upstate Medical University- (Greenstaff Medical Agency)
01.2024 - 12.2024
Travel Med-Surg/Tele RN
University of Cincinnati Medical Center - (Prolink)
08.2023 - 12.2023
Travel Med-Surg/Tele Float RN
Rush University Medical Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Travel Med-Surg/Tele RN
UChicago Medicine AdventHealth - (AMN Healthcare)
01.2023 - 06.2023
Travel Med-Surg/Tele RN
Kaiser Westside Medical Center - (Maxim Healthcare Services)
08.2022 - 11.2022
Travel Occupational Health Services RN
Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital - (Triage Staffing)
09.2021 - 07.2022
Travel PCU RN
Broward Health Deerfield Beach (MedPro)
04.2021 - 06.2021
Travel PCU RN
HealthPark Medical Center - (Triage Staffing)
08.2020 - 02.2021
Cardiothoracic Step-Down RN
Loyola University Medical Center
12.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Resurrection University