Lisa Adkins
Bartonville
Summary
Passionate Registered Nurse with demonstrated experience in the hospital, orthopedics office, home health, and long-term care settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization skills and a strong ability to work together as a team to provide patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Aya Healthcare
04.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in orthopedic recovery units.
- Assisted in patient assessments and developed individualized care plans for orthopedic procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective patient outcomes post-surgery.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and rehabilitation protocols for optimal recovery.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families during recovery stages.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of orthopedic nursing practices and tools.
- Promoted a safe environment in the orthopedic unit by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining appropriate supplies and equipment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing interventions for complex orthopedic cases.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering compassionate and empathetic care to patients and their families.
Registered Nurse Orthopedic Surgery Scheduler
Midwest Orthopaedic Center
Peoria, IL
04.2024 - 03.2025
- Scheduled surgical appointments using electronic health record systems for optimal patient flow.
- Coordinated communication between patients, surgeons, and medical staff to ensure seamless scheduling.
- Managed pre-operative paperwork and insurance verification for efficient processing.
- Assisted in triaging urgent cases to prioritize surgical needs effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to resolve scheduling conflicts and enhance service delivery.
- Adapted quickly to changes in surgery schedules, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing patient inquiries regarding surgical procedures and timelines.
- Educated patients on pre-surgery requirements, such as fasting protocols or medication adjustments, resulting in fewer complications on the day of the procedure.
- Arranged pre-operative and post-operative appointments for surgical patients.
- Took pre-operative orders from surgeons and anesthesiologists for smooth operation planning.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Acted as a liaison between patients, insurance carriers, and the surgical team to secure necessary authorizations for timely procedures.
- Collated pre-operative lab and imaging results to facilitate surgery planning.
- Verified insurance coverage and obtained pre-authorizations.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Carle Hospital
Peoria, IL
07.2019 - 02.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, identifying changes and responding appropriately to ensure safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding of recovery processes.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical procedures and best practices in patient care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL05-2022
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL05-2000
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- Physical assessments
- Nursing staff leadership
- Diabetes management
- Appointment scheduling
Accomplishments
I was the first Licensed Practical Nurse to achieve the bronze and silver levels for the Nursing Career and Professional Development while working for Carle Hospital.
Affiliations
International Nursing Association
Wound Care Nurses Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Aya Healthcare
04.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse Orthopedic Surgery Scheduler
Midwest Orthopaedic Center
04.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Carle Hospital
07.2019 - 02.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Illinois Central College
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Illinois Central College