Lily Pickard
Decatur,IL
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
HSHS St. Johns
Springfield, IL
05.2025 - Current
- Managed care for seven cardiac acute care patients, including three at intermediate care level, ensuring optimal recovery and monitoring.
- Administered daily and high-alert medications while ensuring proper titration protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient conditions and identify nursing needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options, enhancing understanding and adherence to safety practices.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Assisted in preparation of patients for cardiac surgeries, such as afib ablations and catheterizations.
- Partnered with case management, pharmacies, home health, and social work to coordinate discharges, facilitating smooth transitions to home care.
Nurse Extern II
HSHS St. Johns
Springfield, IL
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with registered nurses to facilitate transition into RN role during final semester.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions effectively.
- Administered medications under supervision of registered nurses, ensuring compliance with protocols.
- Participated in patient rounds to develop care strategies and strengthen team communication.
- Shadowed nursing staff to acquire practical insights into care approaches and procedures.
Nurse Extern I
HSHS St. Johns
Springfield, IL
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Managed care for up to 20 patients, providing high-quality, compassionate service to meet diverse needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, enhancing care planning and individualized treatment.
- Delivered patient-centered care under licensed staff supervision following nursing school training.
- Documented assessments, vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans in Epic EMR, ensuring accuracy and continuity of care.
- Prioritized tasks effectively for multiple patients, demonstrating strong time management skills.
Student Nurse Extern
Springfield Clinic
Springfield, IL
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Rotated through multiple specialties to gain hands-on experience in diverse healthcare environments.
- Assisted nurses with patient rooming, contributing to efficient workflow and enhancing patient experiences.
- Developed comprehensive understanding of patient care and clinical operations.
- Shadowed nurses in operating room, cardiac clinic, family medicine, gastroenterology, and human resources, gaining insights into various nursing practices.
- Observed patients through procedures in ambulatory surgery center, enhancing knowledge of surgical care.
- Developed proficiency to enhance overall effectiveness in tasks. in athena EHR system for improved data management.
Patient Care Assistant II
HSHS St. Johns
Springfield, IL
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Responded promptly to call lights and patient requests, delivering high-quality care efficiently.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks to ensure comfort and safety. by bathing, repositioning, obtaining vital signs, and preparing patients for procedures to enhance care delivery.
- Facilitated daily living activities for patients, promoting comfort and dignity during hygiene, mobility, and elimination tasks.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized environment to enhance patient well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Illinois Chicago
Springfield, IL05-2025
Certified Nurses Assistant -
Methodist College of Nursing
Peoria, IL07-2022
Skills
- BLS and ACLS certified
- NIHSS certification
- Oncology nursing certification
- Epic, Cerner, and Athena EHR/EMR proficiency
Timeline
Registered Nurse
HSHS St. Johns
05.2025 - Current
Nurse Extern II
HSHS St. Johns
12.2024 - 06.2025
Student Nurse Extern
Springfield Clinic
05.2024 - 07.2024
Nurse Extern I
HSHS St. Johns
12.2023 - 12.2024
Patient Care Assistant II
HSHS St. Johns
12.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Illinois Chicago
Certified Nurses Assistant -
Methodist College of Nursing