Maira Ignacio
Algonquin,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. With 20 years of healthcare industry experience. Proficient in educating patients, families and nursing staff . Detail-oriented team player with strong organization skills. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. And to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wound Care Nurse
Whitehall Rehab Facility
03.2022 - Current
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery, ( Air-loss mattress, special cushions for wheelchair)
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Wound Care Nurse/Restoration Supervisor
Citadel Of Skokie
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high-quality patient care.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Communicate with Physical therapist for any patient declining or falls.
Nurse Manager/Wound Care Nurse/Infection Control Nurse
Avondale Estates Of Elgin
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
- Continuously maintained proper safety and took precautionary measures to avoid spread of disease and infection.
- Surveilled ongoing infections to verify adequate data collection, control procedures and current staff interventions.
Education
License Practical Nurse - License Practical Nurse
Jrenee Nursing College
415 Airport Rd, Elgin, IL 6012305.2017
Skills
- Wound Treatment
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Clear Patient Communication
- Treatment Recommendations
- Patient Care Assessment
- Nursing Process
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Education
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Hygiene Support
- Resident Assessment
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Pain Management
- Standards Administration
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 100 staff members.
- Achieved Wound/Restorative and infection control nurse by completing learning and education with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved of yearly state surveys which led to zero tags in my department.
- Achieved employee of the month through effectively helping others and having compassion in my job.
Certification
- Wound Care Certification.
- Infection Control training and education Certification.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Wound Care Nurse
Whitehall Rehab Facility
03.2022 - Current
Wound Care Nurse/Restoration Supervisor
Citadel Of Skokie
05.2021 - 03.2022
Nurse Manager/Wound Care Nurse/Infection Control Nurse
Avondale Estates Of Elgin
01.2018 - 04.2021
License Practical Nurse - License Practical Nurse
Jrenee Nursing College
- Wound Care Certification.
- Infection Control training and education Certification.
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