Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical education expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Quality-driven committed to improving patient outcomes and to further enhance healthcare delivery.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wound and Ostomy Nurse
UW Health
Rockford, Il
01.2021 - Current
Specializes in treating patients with complex wounds, ostomies, or continence conditions in the clinical outpatient and hospital setting.
Works closely with interdisciplinary team, coordinating care with providers to ensure personalized treatment plans are in place to ensure infection prevention and enhance wound healing
Strong communication and leadership skills teaching wound care and ostomy protocols to staff and student nurses
Educates patients, families and caregivers on wound care and ostomy procedures along with preventative measures to increase success in the home setting
Program Director of Hyperbaric Clinic
Restorix Health
Rockford, Il
08.2018 - 01.2021
Ensured the delivery of consistent, high quality patient care through a blend of hands on and leadership by example approach.
Maintained communication with clients throughout their involvement in the program.
Established relationships with key stakeholders to build trust in the organization's mission.
Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
Care Transition Coordinator/Wound Care Specialist
Heartland Hospice
Rockford, IL
04.2013 - 07.2018
Completes comprehensive assessments including physical, mental, and spiritual
Collects data via medical records and assessment, documenting to evaluate and ensure patient eligibility under hospice, Medicare, and Medicaid guidelines
Proficient with medical ICD-10 coding
Collaborates with physicians, medical personnel, supportive staff, and families providing education and assistance with the transition to hospice services along with advanced wound care
Therapeutic communication and active listening to support the needs of the patient and their families
Ongoing teaching to patients, families, supportive staff and the community regarding disease progression, death and dying, and end of life care.
Assist with medical and symptom management and provide skilled nursing care
Precepted new and student nurses to the agency and ensure compliance of HIPAA as well as hospice rules and regulations.
RN Case Manager
Northern Illinois Hospice and Grief Center
Rockford, IL
09.2010 - 04.2013
Case manages patient load overseeing overall care from all of the disciplines of the IDT
Provided direct nursing care such as wound dressing changes, IV therapy, medication administration and patient education.
Ensured compliance with regulatory standards concerning utilization review, ethical decision making and legal aspects of case management practice.
Provided emotional support and education to patients dealing with chronic illness or end-of-life issues.
Registered Nurse
Van Matre Health South Rehabilitation Hospital
Rockford, IL
06.2009 - 09.2010
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.