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Melissa Foy, RN, RD

Arlington Heights,IL

Summary

To utilize my knowledge in nursing and dietetics gained through my education and professional experience in a nursing position with career growth opportunities.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse (Progressive Care Unit)

West Suburban Hospital Medical Center

Oak Park, IL

11.2020 - Current

Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Updated patient charts using Cerner charting such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Avanti Wellness and Rehab

Avanti

Niles, IL

05.2020 - Current

Worked collaboratively, functioned as effective member and encouraged and supported fellow team members to reach common goals.
Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.

Registered Nurse

Advocate Medical Group

Chicago, IL

03.2018 - Current

Provided complete care to patients, including physical assessments, medication and IV administration and chronic disease management
Medicated patients intravenously, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while maintaining personalized treatment plans
Provided comprehensive care to diverse populations, including triaging patients in the immediate care center based on acuity/urgency and getting them to a higher level of care if needed

Registered Nurse, (Neuro, ENT, Plastic Surgery, Intermed.)

Mayo Clinic Health System

Phoenix, IL

09.2008 - 04.2016

Educated post CVA, post-op tracheostomy, cardiac as well as other acute care patients and family members on the unit, regarding post discharge care at home, follow up visits and lifestyle management
Worked closely with patients and their family members to coordinate realistic goals and strategies for care at home
Provided intermediate level nursing care to patients specializing in seizure disorders, new onset CVA (stroke) , plastic surgeries, liver and kidney transplant, cardiac disease, ENT (tracheostomy and flap rescontruction)

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Centegra Health System

Woodstock, IL

08.2007 - 08.2008

RN, 23 Hour OBS Med/Surg & Detox Unit

Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare

Elmhurst, IL

07.1999 - 08.2007

RN, (Telemetry & Cardiac Stepdown Unit)

St. Francis Hospital and Health Services

Evanston, IL

01.1998 - 08.1998