Pamela Jacobo

Hickory Hills,IL

Summary

Family Nurse Practitioner student and perioperative Registered Nurse with high-acuity surgical experience. Charge nurse with strong leadership and a foundation in patient safety, surgical coordination, and clinical decision-making in fast-paced environments. Seeking to expand into a more patient-facing, holistic role.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Perioperative Registered Nurse

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange

La Grange, IL

10.2022 - Current

Collaborate with surgical teams to facilitate smooth operations and effective communication among multidisciplinary staff.
Serve as charge nurse, coordinating staffing, case flow, and intraoperative support to maintain efficiency and patient safety.
Support surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanor, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
Mentor and support new staff, contributing to team development and workflow improvement.
Circulate across specialties including general, robotic, orthopedic, wound care, ophthalmology and more.
Maintain efficient OR turnover and first case on-time starts in high-acuity settings while prioritizing patient safety.

Front Desk Coordinator

Downers Grove Pediatrics

Downers Grove, IL

07.2019 - 01.2022

Coordinated patient scheduling and managed appointment calendars for optimal clinic efficiency.
Managed insurance verification processes, ensuring compliance with billing policies and procedures.
Streamlined check-in processes to enhance patient experience and reduce wait times.

Education

Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner

Chamberlain University College of Nursing - Expected 2027

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Chamberlain University College of Nursing - 2022

Skills

Clinical: Perioperative Nursing, Patient Safety, Case Management, High-Acuity Care, Electronic Medical Records (Epic), Relationship Development

Professional: Leadership & Charge Nurse Experience, Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Affiliations

Member, American Nurses Association (ANA)