Patricia Lynn Verde
Aurora,IL
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with a background in clinical nursing, providing compassionate and high-quality care. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical RN
Children's Health Partners
01.2012 - Current
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement patient care plans
- Works with insurance companies to get prior authorizations for patient medications and procedures to best benefit patients.
- Creates letters and prepares documentation for specialists and insurance companies in order to get patient the care that is needed.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, making appropriate changes within the nursing scope of practice
- Ensures compliance with safety standards and protocols set forth by OSHA
- Provides patient vaccinations according to the CDC schedule, providing patient education along with administration
- Schedules appointments for patients as needed for sick and well visits
- Acts as a liaison between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals, fostering open lines of communication.
- Coordinates with healthcare providers to facilitate timely referrals for specialized treatments or evaluations.
Registered Nurse, PICU
Loyola Medical Center
08.2003 - 01.2012
- Provided direct patient care to pediatric patients in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
- Utilized critical thinking skills when caring for patients, noting changes in patient conditions, and reported any changes to the healthcare team
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement patient care plans
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures
- Assumed role of charge nurse, delegating tasks to other members of the healthcare team, making patient assignment and managing staffing needs
- Floated to other units within the hospital setting, including NICU, Mother/baby, Pediatric floor and Pediatric step down unit when PICU census was low
- Effectively managed multiple priorities during high-stress situations by remaining calm, organized, and focused on delivering optimal patient care.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Nursing
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.2003
Skills
- Compassion and Empathy
- Clinical judgment
- Care Coordination
- Family Education
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Health Promotion
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
Timeline
Clinical RN
Children's Health Partners
01.2012 - Current
Registered Nurse, PICU
Loyola Medical Center
08.2003 - 01.2012
Bachelor's Degree - Nursing
University of Iowa
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