Margaret Bachmann
Oswego,IL
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Nurse
Indian Prairie School District 204
07.2024 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Provided direct nursing care to students
- Managed health concerns
- Collaborated with families and community resources to support student health and well being
- Provided medications as needed
RN Staff Nurse NICU
Rush County Memorial Hospital
05.2017 - 12.2021
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Provided intensive care as a Level III NICU Staff RN: including IV care, central lines, nasal canula, CPAP, conventional ventilators, HFOV, narcotic withdrawal, phototherapy, enteral feedings, developmental care, ostomy care, parent education, and attending high risk deliveries.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Participated in the palliative care committee and antibiotic stewardship
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Implemented Kangaroo Care in daily activities with neonates to encourage family bonding as tolerated
Teaching Assistant
Oswego Park District
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Established a classroom health and safety system to maintain both physical and mental health
- Facilitated effective operations of early childhood development programs.
Substitute School Nurse
Oswego School District 308
02.2013 - 08.2014
- Provided standard care including first aid, medications administration and parental contact.
NICU Staff Nurse
Lutheran General Hospital
01.1996 - 02.1999
- Minimized complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, recognizing changes in neonate''s condition, and adjusting interventions accordingly.
- Provided level III NICU care including: IV care, medication administration, cental lines, CPAP, conventional vents, HFOV, narcotic withdrawal, enteral feedings, developmental care, ostomy care, parent education, attended high risk deliveries
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining aseptic techniques during procedures, wound care, and central line management.
NICU Staff Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai
07.1994 - 12.1995
- Conducted thorough assessments of incoming patients; communicated findings with attending physicians so they could establish appropriate courses of action.
- Adhered to regulations surrounding the documentation of patient data; contributed to efficient and accurate record keeping within the NICU
- Provided skilled respiratory care through ventilator management and titration, optimizing airway support for critically ill patients.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, building trusting relationships that facilitated open communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO05-1994
Skills
- EHR, Epic experienced
- Medication and IV administration
- Compassionate care
- Direct patient care
- CPR certified
- Patient education
- Family education
- Patient assessment and care
Timeline
Building Nurse
Indian Prairie School District 204
07.2024 - Current
RN Staff Nurse NICU
Rush County Memorial Hospital
05.2017 - 12.2021
Teaching Assistant
Oswego Park District
08.2014 - 05.2017
Substitute School Nurse
Oswego School District 308
02.2013 - 08.2014
NICU Staff Nurse
Lutheran General Hospital
01.1996 - 02.1999
NICU Staff Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai
07.1994 - 12.1995
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Louis University
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