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Natasha Oehlerking

Natasha Oehlerking

Summary

Professional nurse educator with significant experience in clinical instruction and patient care. Strong focus on collaborative teamwork and achieving optimal outcomes. Skilled in curriculum development, clinical assessment, and student mentorship. Reliable and adaptable with commitment to fostering positive learning environment.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor

Aurora University
01.2025 - Current
  • Developed and implemented innovative clinical teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Mentored nursing students in clinical settings, fostering critical thinking and patient care skills.
  • Collaborated with faculty to design curriculum aligned with current healthcare standards and practices.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Oriented and provided instruction to students during clinical rotations.
  • Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.

Clinical Shift Coordinator

Central DuPage Hospital
01.2023 - Current
  • Pediatric Emergency Room
  • Coordinated clinical operations to ensure timely patient care and effective resource allocation.
  • Led shift huddles to communicate updates and address team concerns for improved workflow efficiency.
  • Monitored adherence to hospital protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  • Analyzed shift performance metrics to identify trends and recommend actionable changes for service enhancement.
  • Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, identifying areas for improvement, and providing targeted training opportunities.

Trauma Coordinator

Highland Park Hospital
03.2022 - 01.2023
  • Emergency Room
  • Coordinated trauma care processes to ensure timely and effective patient management.
  • Trained staff on trauma assessment procedures, promoting best practices in patient care delivery.
  • Analyzed data on trauma cases to identify trends and improve response strategies.
  • Oversaw compliance with regulatory standards in trauma care protocols, ensuring safety and effectiveness.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with key stakeholders, including physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary services to address the challenges faced by the trauma program.
  • Served as a liaison between hospital administration and clinical staff to address ongoing needs within the trauma program.

Registered Nurse

Edward Hospital
01.2003 - 03.2022
  • Pediatric & Adult Emergency Room
  • Trained and mentored new nursing staff, promoting best practices in patient care delivery.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans based on comprehensive patient assessments.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.

Registered Nurse

Good Samaritan Hospital
01.1998 - 01.2003
  • Pediatrics
  • Proven record of delivering high quality evidence-based practice with consistency and compassion.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and improve health outcomes.
  • 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.

Education

MSN - Nursing Education

Purdue University Northwest
Hammond, IN
05.2024

BSN -

Purdue University Northwest
Hammond, IN
05.2022

ADN -

Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL
12.1997

Skills

  • Clinical expertise
  • Teaching strategies
  • Student evaluation
  • Clinical supervision
  • Nursing education
  • Simulation training
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Supervising students
  • Managing simulation equipment
  • Student evaluation abilities
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Critical thinking

Affiliations

long-standing member of the ENA and recently became a member of Sigma Theta Tau. Participated in several shared governance councils statewide through IDPH and the Region X Trauma Program. Member of shared governance councils which have included: Peds Triage Council, Peds ED Unit Operations Council, UBSDM (Unit Based Shared Decision Making), House wide Nursing Practice Council, and Nurse Staffing Effectiveness Committee.

Certification

  • TNS License
  • CEN
  • CPEN
  • TNCC Instructor
  • ENPC Instructor

Timeline

Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor

Aurora University
01.2025 - Current

Clinical Shift Coordinator

Central DuPage Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Trauma Coordinator

Highland Park Hospital
03.2022 - 01.2023

Registered Nurse

Edward Hospital
01.2003 - 03.2022

Registered Nurse

Good Samaritan Hospital
01.1998 - 01.2003

MSN - Nursing Education

Purdue University Northwest

BSN -

Purdue University Northwest

ADN -

Elgin Community College

LEADERSHIP

I assisted in the Lurie Children's 2024 Pediatric Symposium and participated in paramedic testing in Region X. I was the recipient of The Edward Foundation Scholarship in 2022.

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