Krystal Merchant
Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated, skilled and accomplished BSN Graduate with knowledge and ability of safe patient care, looking to obtain a position in a positive work environment by utilizing my skills to build strong client relationships in a manner that would provide security, safe and efficient care to patients and families.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Remote Clinical Nurse
Science 37
Chicago, IL
11.2025 - Current
- Monitored participant health and safety, documenting adverse events and reporting findings to research teams.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs during study visits, ensuring prompt intervention as needed based on established criteria.
- Streamlined the data collection process for improved accuracy and efficiency in clinical trial documentation.
Staff Nurse
University of Chicago Medicine
Chicago, IL
06.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health promotion strategies.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Remote Clinical Nurse
WEP Clinical
Chicago, IL
04.2024 - Current
- Perform nursing procedures with clinical trial patients per protocol
- Participate in research training program
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
Charge Nurse/Float Nurse
Mount Sinai Hospital/Schwab Rehabilitation
Chicago, IL
07.2017 - 10.2025
- Performs daily health assessments to evaluate patient’s physical, mental, and emotional status, and report significant findings to the physician and appropriate counselor
- Monitors cerebrovascular accidents, motor vehicle accidents, brain and spinal cord injuries
- Provides wound care, tracheostomy care, and collects ordered specimens
Registered Nurse
ATC Staffing (Wellness Center)
Chicago, IL
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Assessed children and adolescent clients for medical appropriateness for admission and/or recommendations for out-patient treatment options
- Performed physical assessments, triage and diagnosed urgent care needs for all patients.
- Completed screenings and evaluated medical findings related to health development patterns along with vision and hearing problems.
Registered Nurse
ATC Staffing (School Nurse)
Chicago, IL
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Performed health screenings and assessments for elementary, and high school students.
- Administered medications and assisted with management of special health care needs, including asthma, diabetes, and allergies.
Registered Nurse/Acting Supervisor
Hosanna’s Home Health Agency
Chicago, IL
10.2013 - 10.2016
- Supervised 10-20 clinical home health care staff.
- Assured professional standards was being provided to the clients
- Received new cases and assigned them to treatment teams.
- Help develop an improvement performance program with the agency
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Online Nursing
Chicago, IL02.2015
Skills
- Adult assessment and acute care practices in a clinical and home-base setting
- Pediatric and adult medication administration
- Proficient in lab draws, tracheostomy care, suctioning, gastrostomy tube, catheters, wound care
- Very upbeat and positive, comforting to patients and staff alike
Certification
CPR Instructor
Timeline
Remote Clinical Nurse
Science 37
11.2025 - Current
Staff Nurse
University of Chicago Medicine
06.2025 - Current
Remote Clinical Nurse
WEP Clinical
04.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse/Float Nurse
Mount Sinai Hospital/Schwab Rehabilitation
07.2017 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse
ATC Staffing (Wellness Center)
11.2016 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse
ATC Staffing (School Nurse)
11.2016 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse/Acting Supervisor
Hosanna’s Home Health Agency
10.2013 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Online Nursing