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Margaret Jentel

Margaret Jentel

Nursing
Orland Park,IL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable Pediatric Home Health Nurse possessing exceptional clinical, communication and time management skills. Experienced in g-tube changes, and care of a medically complex patient.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Private Home
05.2021 - Current
  • Provided compassionate nursing care to a medically fragile child in home settings.
  • Handled medication administration, respiratory monitoring and hygienic care.
  • Communicated with patient's family members, providing detailed information regarding care and medications.
  • Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
  • Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing assessments and collaborating with physicians.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Tracked patients' progress through careful reporting and documentation at each visit.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.

Student Nursing Assistant

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs when appropriate and answering calls.
  • Assisted in code blues by performing chest compressions and also gathering necessary supplies.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Delivered high-quality care to intensive care unit patients within hospital facility.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert registered nurses of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Supported the nursing staff with any task within the scope of practice of a student nursing assistant in the PICU.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Tinley Park, IL
05.2021

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Medical Terminology
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Mobility Devices
  • Oral Comprehension
  • Children's Medical Needs
  • Health Promotion
  • Patient Contact
  • Patient Assessments
  • Seizure Precautions
  • Seizure Disorders
  • Therapy Management
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Treatment Implementation
  • Treatments and Therapies
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient and Caregiver Education

Nursing License

Board Certified Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois

 041510997: 07/02/2021-05/31/2024

Timeline

Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Private Home
05.2021 - Current

Student Nursing Assistant

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
08.2020 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
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