Marie Blasgen
Homewood,IL
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with Number years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Area of expertise specialty. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Response
Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, IL
11.2021 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and implementing appropriate interventions in emergency situations.
- Streamlined communication between shifts by providing detailed handoff reports to ensure continuity of care for patients.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other units or facilities by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and facilitating the necessary documentation, transportation arrangements, and communication updates.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures such as lumbar punctures, central line insertions, and intubations to expedite diagnosis and treatment decisions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Community Hospital
07.2020 - Current
- Assessed vital signs, collected detailed patient history and noted other signs of patient health to make rapid, informed decisions regarding next steps in patient care
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Explained discharge instructions and arranged or confirmed transportation for patients not admitted to hospital
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Built rapport with patients and families to increase comfort level and enhance quality of medical history and relevant personal information
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Monitored and continually recorded progress for up to 5 patients per shift
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Followed facility policies, OSHA safety rules and HIPAA regulations to maintain legal compliance
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education
- Prepared, administered and documented medications, including pills, injections and intravenous infusions on physician orders.
Licensed Nail Technician, Business Owner
02.2002 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with team of 5 manicurists for efficient, high-quality service and 100% customer satisfaction
- Maintained master appointment calendar covering all customer visits
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and workstation in compliance with health and safety regulations
- Maintained updated knowledge of regulatory changes to adjust business operations accordingly.
Office Manager
Stonelake Survey Co., Ltd
10.1997 - 10.2007
- Handled all incoming business and client requests for information
- Performed billing, collection and reporting functions for office generating 1.2 million dollars annually
- Oversaw office inventory activities, including ordering and requisitions, stocking and shipment receiving
- Coordinated and maintained impressive office organization to keep facilities efficient, organized, and professional
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments
- Verified employee timecards to prepare accurate payroll.
Education
Masters Of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, ILAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL05.2020
High School Diploma -
Marian Catholic High School
Chicago Heights, IL05.1995
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- EMR / EHR
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Medication distribut
- Vaccine administration
- EPIC use
- Direct Patient Care
- Emergency Procedures
- Patient discharge
- Critical care
Certification
- 049.509031, State of Illinois Registered Nurse, 05/31/22
- 28260559A, State of Indiana Registered Nurse, 10/31/22
- BLS, 08/22
- ACLS, 01/31/23
- NRP, 06/30/23
- PALS, 06/30/23
Accomplishments
- Registered Nurse Illinois License
- Registered Nurse Indiana License
- Responds to emergencies with grace and efficiency.
- Demonstrated success in effectively delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Response
Christ Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Community Hospital
07.2020 - Current
Licensed Nail Technician, Business Owner
02.2002 - 05.2020
Office Manager
Stonelake Survey Co., Ltd
10.1997 - 10.2007
Masters Of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Prairie State College
High School Diploma -
Marian Catholic High School