Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in corrections setting. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
DuPage County Sheriff’s Office
Wheaton, IL
05.2010 - Current
Collaborated with physicians after assessing patients on intake to deliver appropriate treatment and chronic care management.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with our healthcare team to adjust care plans in patients going through acute alcohol and drug withdrawal.
Educated patients on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Provided wound care and education to patients on signs and symptoms of infection.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse
Ascension Home Health
Hanover Park, IL
12.2023 - 09.2024
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.