Nicole Salvarrey
Clifton,IL
Summary
Experienced emergency and forensic nurse with a strong background in triage, crisis response, and evidence collection. Known for compassionate communication, accurate medical documentation, and trauma-informed support for survivors, families, and interdisciplinary teams. Ready to strengthen patient safety and coordinated care in fast-paced clinical settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
House Supervisor
Riverside Medical Center
Kankakee, Illinois
10.2025 - Current
- Monitored staffing levels and reallocated personnel to address urgent coverage needs.
- Led emergency response efforts during critical incidents and crisis interventions.
- Supported emergency response efforts during facility-wide operational events.
- Addressed patient, family, and staff concerns with effective, clear communication.
- Enforced disease prevention protocols among staff members, patients, and visitors.
- Supported inpatient unit operations across departments during assigned shifts.
- Investigated and reported accidents, leveraging new knowledge to improve protections for patients and staff.
- Facilitated clinical activities across units to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Provided ongoing education and training opportunities for nurses on topics such as infection control practices, safety protocols.
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
Riverside Medical Center
Kankakee, IL
08.2024 - Current
- Performed forensic nursing exams for assault survivors at Riverside Medical Center
- Performed physical examinations of sexual assault survivors to document evidence, collect specimens and provide treatment.
- Collected evidence and maintained chain of custody for Riverside Medical Center cases
- Preserved evidence collected from patients in accordance with legal requirements.
- Documented injuries and patient statements in Riverside Medical Center medical records
- Provided trauma-informed care and emotional support during Riverside Medical Center visits
- Coordinated with law enforcement and advocacy teams on Riverside Medical Center referrals
- Attended court hearings as an expert witness for prosecutors and defense attorneys.
- Assessed the need for emergency contraception or prophylaxis against sexually transmitted infections.
- Educated patients on follow-up care and safety planning after Riverside Medical Center exams
- Prepared sexual assault kits and maintained forensic supplies at Riverside Medical Center
- Facilitated communication among victims, families, law enforcement agencies, and stakeholders to ensure comprehensive support.
ED Registered Nurse
Riverside Medical Center
Kankakee, Illinois
10.2022 - Current
- Initiated emergency treatments for trauma, chest pain, and respiratory distress cases.
- Monitored vital signs and cardiac rhythms to detect and respond to changes in acute patient conditions.
- Administered medications and IV therapies following physician orders and safety guidelines.
- Assessed emergency department patients at Riverside Medical Center using triage protocols.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Communicated patient changes to physicians and interdisciplinary teams to facilitate timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided quality nursing care to critically ill patients in the emergency room.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when making clinical decisions regarding patient care.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions; modified plan of care accordingly.
- Managed multiple high acuity cases simultaneously while maintaining focus on delivering quality care.
- Coordinated patient transfers, admissions, and discharges to ensure seamless care within Riverside Medical Center.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Actively participated in continuing education programs related to emergency nursing practice.
Registered Nurse
Riverside Medical Center
Kankakee, IL
02.2015 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Assessed patient conditions and documented findings in electronic health records.
- Delivered bedside care for Riverside Medical Center patients across acute care units.
- Administered medications and monitored responses under physician orders.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions.
- Responded to urgent patient changes and initiated emergency interventions.
- Responded to urgent patient changes and initiated emergency interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Trained new nurses on Riverside Medical Center standards and workflows.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL10-2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL05-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kankakee Community College
Kankakee, IL01-2015
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Kankakee Community College
Kankakee, IL05-2009
Skills
- Emergency response
- Patient triage
- Clinical assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Trauma informed care
- Care coordination
- Evidence collection
- Medical documentation
- Clinical documentation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Mandated reporting
- Compassionate communication
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Emergency Communications Registered Nurse (ECRN)
- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)
Timeline
House Supervisor
Riverside Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
Riverside Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
ED Registered Nurse
Riverside Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Riverside Medical Center
02.2015 - Current
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Olivet Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kankakee Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Kankakee Community College