Page Stricklin
loda,IL
Summary
Dedicated Medical Surgical Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Carle Foundation Hospital, excelling in patient care coordination and clinical judgment. Expert in pre-and post-operative care, significantly improving patient recovery rates. Skilled in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality patient education and care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Carle Foundation Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 4-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Healthcare Technician
Carle Foundation Hospital
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed patient intake and discharge processes, ensuring a seamless and organized transition between care settings.
- Promoted a positive healing environment by actively engaging and interacting with patients during their recovery process.
- Improved patient care by accurately recording and communicating vital signs to medical staff.
- Increased patient comfort by promptly responding to call bells and addressing individual needs or concerns.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Health: Therapy & Senior Care
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Caregiver
Meeting Your Needs 24/7
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Illinois State University
Normal, IL08-2022
Skills
- Basic life support
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Nursing documentation
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Discharge planning
- Physical assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Care planning
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary team
- Patient education
- Patient care coordination
Timeline
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Carle Foundation Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Healthcare Technician
Carle Foundation Hospital
08.2022 - 01.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Health: Therapy & Senior Care
07.2019 - 08.2022
Caregiver
Meeting Your Needs 24/7
07.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Illinois State University
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