Lori Springer
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse recognized for strong critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. Proven ability to assess clinical situations quickly and advocate for patient needs while providing comprehensive education to families and patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carle Health
Canton, IL
01.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Assisted in coordinating care transitions for patients between departments.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Registered Nurse - Cardiology
Unity Point Health Methodist
Peoria , IL
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies to enhance adherence and outcomes.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients facing health challenges.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Counseled patients on medication side effects and lifestyle changes, promoting informed decisions for improved health outcomes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Spoon River College
Canton, IL05-2003
Diploma - Nursing
Graham Hospital School of Nursing
Canton IL05-2003
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Infection control measures
- Nursing leadership
- Diabetes education
- Cardiac care
- Nursing plan development
- Medical evaluation
- Lab result interpretation
- Infection control measures
- EMR / EHR
- Charting documentation
- Health records management
- Coordinating referrals
- Care coordination
- Patient support
- Indirect patient care
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Illness management
- Health education
- Complex Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Decision making
- Time management
- High level of autonomy
- Emotional care
- Patient advocacy
- Problem solving
- Emotional awareness
- Time management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Carle Health
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse - Cardiology
Unity Point Health Methodist
01.2018 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Spoon River College
Diploma - Nursing
Graham Hospital School of Nursing