Patricia Daul
Park Ridge,IL
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Evanston Hospital
Evanston, Illinois
08.1983 - Current
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
Staff Nurse
Evanston Hospital
Evanston, Illinois
06.1982 - 08.1983
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
- Developed individualized teaching strategies for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatments according to individual specifications.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Nursing Assistant
Lutheran General Hospital
Park Ridge, IL
06.1981 - 06.1982
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL06-1982
Skills
- Preoperative Care
- Adapting to Change
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Infection Control
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Positioning
- Patient Advocacy
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Charting
- Decision-Making
- Process Improvement
- Patient Safety
- Family support and assistance
- Maintaining records
- Documentation
- Laparasopic procedures familiarity
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Safety Protocols
- Goal Setting
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Evanston Hospital
08.1983 - Current
Staff Nurse
Evanston Hospital
06.1982 - 08.1983
Nursing Assistant
Lutheran General Hospital
06.1981 - 06.1982
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loyola University of Chicago
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