Mariah Vega
Oak Lawn
Summary
Compassionate and resilient Registered Nurse with 2 years of experience across medical surgical, trauma, and end-of-life hospice support. Skilled in delivering high-acuity care, managing complex patient cases, and providing end-of-life support. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and optimal outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
VITAS Healthcare Hospice
Tinley Park, IL
09.2024 - Current
- Delivered compassionate palliative care in home, inpatient, and long-term care settings.
- Assessed and managed complex pain and symptoms, tailoring individualized care plans to optimize comfort and quality of life.
- Provided emotional, spiritual, and educational support to patients and families navigating end-of-life decisions.
- Collaborated with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and CNAs to provide holistic and dignified patient care.
- Advocated for patients’ goals of care, including advance directives and end-of-life wishes.
Registered Nurse
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to patients recovering from surgery or managing chronic illnesses.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, monitoring for effectiveness and side effects.
- Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare providers to adjust care plans based on patient needs.
- Provide direct care to patients with traumatic injuries in a level I trauma setting.
- Managed multiple high-acuity cases simultaneously.
- Educated and supported patients' families during crisis situations, ensuring clear communication and emotional support.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, IL
04.2018 - 08.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Northwestern College
Bridgeview, IL12-2020
Skills
- Trauma Nursing (Level I Trauma Center)
- Hospice & Palliative Care (end-of-life symptom management)
- Rapid Clinical Assessment
- Pain & Symptom Management
- IV Therapy & Medication Administration
- Patient & Family Education / Emotional Support
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), State of Illinois , License #548495
- Basic Life Support (BLS)- American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
VITAS Healthcare Hospice
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Advocate Christ Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advocate Christ Medical Center
04.2018 - 08.2023
Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Northwestern College
Awards & Recognition
Multiple DAISY Award Nominations - Recoginized for exceptional compassionate nursing care and dedication to patients and families.