Lilly Lakich

• Deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care to adult patients with a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions in a fast-paced med-surg unit.
• Perform detailed patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and recognize changes in condition to ensure timely intervention.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, blood products, and treatments in accordance with physician orders and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams—including physicians, case managers, and therapists—to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, post-discharge care, and disease prevention to promote positive health outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records (Epic) systems.
• Prioritize and manage care for multiple patients (typically 5 per shift) while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
• Respond effectively to emergencies, including rapid response situations and code events.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, patient safety, and regulatory standards.
• Precept and mentor nursing students, supporting onboarding and clinical skill development.

Participating in collegiate soccer fostered numerous transferable skills that have carried over into both my professional and personal life, influencing my approach to patient care, collaboration, and responsibility as a nurse.

• Demonstrated discipline, resilience, and commitment in a highly competitive and demanding environment.
• Performed effectively under high-pressure situations, including competitive matches, travel schedules, and rigorous training demands.
• Balanced academic responsibilities with a full athletic schedule, maintaining strong time management and organizational skills.
• Received and applied constructive feedback from coaching staff to continuously improve individual performance and contribute to team success.
• Modeled leadership, accountability, and a strong work ethic both on and off the field.