Nicholas Dangelo
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a strong foundation in patient care and team collaboration. Proven ability to deliver high-quality service in fast-paced environments while effectively managing time and resources. Committed to enhancing patient experiences through education, compassion, and collaboration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UW Health Swedish American Hospital
Rockford, IL
01.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and protocols, ensuring patient safety and adherence to care standards.
- Monitored patient vital signs, promptly reporting changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care, empowering them for better health management.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, addressing concerns to enhance patient experience and comfort.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital policies and patient care techniques.
- Recognized five times with Daisy nominations for outstanding nursing excellence.
Banquet Captain
Merrill & Houstons
Beloit, WI
07.2021 - 01.2025
- Work with a large variety of events from high-profile clientele meetings to 500-person weddings.
- Delegate tasks to banquet staff and coordinate times with the kitchen staff to execute the schedule.
- Maintain banquet event orders in a timely fashion based on the timeline and guests' needs.
- Leveraged leadership skills to improve time management, problem-solving, and team collaboration, enhancing overall guest satisfaction.
Med/Surg Oncology PCT
UW Health Swedish American Hospital
Rockford, IL
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Managed up to 36 patients each shift
- Assisted RNs with rounding providing quality care to each patient
- Strictly measure and record intake and output
- Working as a team to accomplish goals for each shift
ICU/Step Down ICU CNA
Mercy Health Javon Bea Hospitals
Rockford, IL
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Communicated patient condition changes to primary RN for timely interventions.
- Delivered basic patient care to ensure comfort during critical periods.
- Documented patient care and observations in electronic health records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rockford University
Rockford, IL12-2024
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Rock Valley College
Rockford01-2021
High School Diploma -
Hononegah Community High School
Rockton, IL01-2017
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Vital sign monitoring
- Prioritize patient care
- Electronic health record management
- BLS Certified
- PPE use
- Crisis intervention
- Effective communication
- Supervision and leadership
- Time management
- Analytical thinking
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence
- Patient education
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UW Health Swedish American Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Banquet Captain
Merrill & Houstons
07.2021 - 01.2025
Med/Surg Oncology PCT
UW Health Swedish American Hospital
07.2020 - 07.2021
ICU/Step Down ICU CNA
Mercy Health Javon Bea Hospitals
06.2018 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rockford University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Rock Valley College
High School Diploma -
Hononegah Community High School