Michele Krafve-Jones
Bolingbrook,IL
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Loyola University Medical Center, demonstrating exceptional patient care and critical thinking skills. Excelled in medication administration and patient assessments, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassion and empathy. Skilled in mentoring new staff and fluent in Tagalog, embodying a holistic approach to healthcare.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, IL
05.2006 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
Grove of Fox Valley
Aurora, IL
09.2015 - 08.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
HCR ManorCare
Naperville, IL
05.2006 - 09.2015
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Education
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL03-2006
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- Performing ekgs
- FLUENT IN Tagalog
- EPIC use
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Grove of Fox Valley
09.2015 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
05.2006 - Current
Registered Nurse
HCR ManorCare
05.2006 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Education
Joliet Junior College