Monique Cave
Springfield,IL
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Springfield Clinic
Springfield, IL
07.2023 - Current
- Provided post-operative care and education to patients and families.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and issues.
- Identified potential risk factors associated with the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers.
Registered Nurse
HSHS St. John's Hospital
Springfield , IL
02.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
LPN/RN Clinic Nurse
Siu School Of Medicine
Springfield, IL
03.2018 - 02.2023
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Document patient medical history, administer medications, obtain vitals, Administer vaccinations.
LPN
Carriage Crossing Senior Living
Springfield, IL
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
LPN
Regency Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers
Springfield, IL
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
LPN
Memorial Physician Services
Springfield , IL
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
LPN
Central Counties Health Centers
Springfield, Il
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL12.2022
LPN - Practical Nursing
Capital Area School of Practical Nursing
Springfield, IL12.2016
Medical Assisting - Medical
Midwest Technical Institute
Springfield, IL11.2008
Skills
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Samples Collection
- Wound Dressing
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs Recording
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Springfield Clinic
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
HSHS St. John's Hospital
02.2023 - Current
LPN
Carriage Crossing Senior Living
02.2022 - 07.2022
LPN
Regency Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers
09.2021 - 05.2022
LPN
Memorial Physician Services
03.2021 - 05.2022
LPN/RN Clinic Nurse
Siu School Of Medicine
03.2018 - 02.2023
LPN
Central Counties Health Centers
01.2017 - 03.2018
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Lincoln Land Community College
LPN - Practical Nursing
Capital Area School of Practical Nursing
Medical Assisting - Medical
Midwest Technical Institute