Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management, and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Aliya Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
Staff nurse working with various levels of acuity, and various psychiatric and addiction-related populations
Ensured all medications and treatments were performed within scope of practice.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lakeview Nursing and Rehabilitation
08.2015 - 08.2022
Shift supervisor in charge of other nurses and aides
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Ensured all medications and treatments were performed within scope of practice.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Elevate Care Northbrook
03.2020 - 01.2022
Staff nurse working with various levels of acuity
Worked with ventilator/tracheostomy, dialysis, and g-tube residents
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Ensured all medication and treatments were performed within the scope of practice.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Smith Village
01.2012 - 03.2015
Assisted with activities of daily living, i.e
Feeding, ambulating, and range of motion
Provided daily resident hygiene care such as diaper changes; bed baths, and oral care
Helped with intake and output, elimination, and changing of soiled linens
Utilized Standard Precautions
Followed all nursing care procedures outlined in Nursing Practice Act
Monitored residents for any change in status.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Norwood Crossing
01.2011 - 01.2012
Assisted with activities of daily living, i.e
Helped with intake and output, elimination, and changing of soiled linens
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Utilized Standard Precautions
Followed all nursing care procedures outlined in Nursing Practice Act
Provided care to patients throughout the lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Education
Nursing Assistant Program -
Harry S. Truman College
Chicago, IL
07.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined
Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL
12.2014
A.A in Liberal Arts - undefined
Richard J. Daley College
Chicago, IL
01.1991
Skills
Microsoft Office, Word, Adobe Acrobat, and basic Excel data entry, EMR (PCC)
EMR / EHR
Patient evaluations
Geriatric Care
Direct Patient Care
Rehabilitation techniques
Catheter Care
Vital signs monitoring
Medication Dispensing
Chronic Disease Management
Mental Health Support
Staff Supervision
Certification
BLS, 06/01/2023, 06/01/2025
Licensed Practical Nurse License, 01/01/2023, 01/01/2025, PN, IL