MARISSA ONTIS
BRIGHTON,IL
Summary
Experienced and dedicated APRN with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care. Proficient in performing podiatric foot exams and providing specialized care for diabetic patients. Known for being well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Committed to ensuring the highest level of quality and patient satisfaction.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
APRN Podiatry &Diabetes Mgmt
Jersey Community Hospital
06.2022 - Current
- Deliver outstanding care to patients with diabetes and podiatry issues
- Monitor labs and multiple other diagnostic modalities for change in patient status to aid in altering of treatment plan
- Facilitate therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes
- Working effectively with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
ICU Staff RN
Alton Memorial Hospital
07.2018 - 06.2022
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and adjust patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care
- Ordered, interpreted, and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition
- Managed elements of patient care, from admission to discharge or transfer to other units, using nursing expertise to conduct assessments, administer medications, initiate nursing, and emergency interventions, contribute to care plan development, and educate patients.
Clinic RN
OSF Saint Anthony Health Center
10.2016 - 07.2018
- Heavy phone interaction with patients answering health questions, delivering results, and performing triage
- Time management of daily activities, prior authorizations, all paperwork that patients needed for work or the government agencies
- Continuous communication with physician about patients’ needs and concerns
- Became a part of Patient Experience Council and Specialty Nursing Council.
RN ICU
OSF Saint Anthony Health Center
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments
- Followed all HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and adjusted to promote stabilization
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL08.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lewis And Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL12.2009
Skills
- Medication Management
- Patient Management
- Foot and Nail Health
- Wound Care
- Health Screening
- Plan of Care Development
- Patient Education
- Insurance Billing
- Diabetic Foot Exams
- Patient Billing
Timeline
APRN Podiatry &Diabetes Mgmt
Jersey Community Hospital
06.2022 - Current
ICU Staff RN
Alton Memorial Hospital
07.2018 - 06.2022
Clinic RN
OSF Saint Anthony Health Center
10.2016 - 07.2018
RN ICU
OSF Saint Anthony Health Center
01.2016 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lewis And Clark Community College
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
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