Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
PRN Healthcare
2021.09 - Current
Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
Managed a caseload of 8 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Utilized EPIC to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions, and patient responses.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
OSF St Joseph Hospital
2020.08 - 2021.11
Facilitates prompt disposition of physician orders and correct administration of medications
Delegates tasks to CNAs and other disciplinary team members
Initiates on-going assessment of the physical, emotional, educational, and functional needs of patients and families
Instructs patients/families in treatment procedures and plan of care
Interprets assessment data to develop a nursing care plan
Participate as a productive member of the interdisciplinary team in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of rehabilitation goals
Assures that documents in the medical record were complete, factual, accurate, and timely
Provided direction and leadership in patient care to assigned personnel
Build positive relationships with patient, patient families, and other healthcare team members.
Registered Nurse
Lakeview Specialty Hospital
2017.12 - 2021.08
Performs Patient care mostly for Individuals with brain injuries and other neuropsych conditions
Facilitates prompt disposition of physician orders and correct administration of medications
Delegates tasks to CNAs and other disciplinary team members
Initiates on-going assessment of the physical, emotional, educational, and functional needs of patients and families
Instructs patients/families in treatment procedures and plan of care
Interprets assessment data to develop a nursing care plan
Participate as a productive member of the interdisciplinary team in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of rehabilitation goals
Assures that documents in the medical record were complete, factual, accurate, and timely
Provided direction and leadership in patient care to assigned personnel
Build positive relationships with patient, patient families, and other healthcare team members.
Registered Nurse
Ascension All Saints Hospital
2019.10 - 2020.07
Facilitates prompt disposition of physician orders and correct administration of medications
Delegates tasks to CNAs and other disciplinary team members
Initiates on-going assessment of the physical, emotional, educational, and functional needs of patients and families
Instructs patients/families in treatment procedures and plan of care
Interprets assessment data to develop a nursing care plan
Participate as a productive member of the interdisciplinary team in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of rehabilitation goals
Assures that documents in the medical record were complete, factual, accurate, and timely
Provided direction and leadership in patient care to assigned personnel
Build positive relationships with patient, patient families, and other healthcare team members.
Registered Nurse
Clear Brook, Wright Home
2015.11 - 2019.12
Performs Patient care in Individuals with Developmental Disability setting
Administers injections and other medicinal intakes as ordered
Planned and provided quality routine care to individuals with developmental disabilities
Supervise a team of a minimum of 2 CNAs on my shift.
Registered Nurse
Northwestern Memorial Lake Forest Hospital
2016.11 - 2018.01
Facilitates prompt disposition of physician orders and correct administration of medications
Delegates tasks to CNAs and other disciplinary team members
Initiates on-going assessment of the physical, emotional, educational, and functional needs of patients and families
Instructs patients/families in treatment procedures and plan of care
Interprets assessment data to develop a nursing care plan
Participate as a productive member of the interdisciplinary team in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of rehabilitation goals
Assures that documents in the medical record were complete, factual, accurate, and timely
Provided direction and leadership in patient care to assigned personnel
Build positive relationships with patient, patient families, and other healthcare team members.
Registered Nurse
Hearthstone Manor
2014.04 - 2015.11
Performs Patient care in Rehabilitation and Special Needs Geriatric Care Center, Assisted Living to an average of 60 residents
Administers injections and other medicinal intakes as ordered
Planned and provided quality routine care to Residents in Rehab, and LTC Units
Supervise a team of a minimum of 7 CNAs and 2 RN/LPN on my shift.
Registered Nurse
First Tech Inc.
2011.01 - 2015.01
Travel different healthcare settings providing nursing services while using the nursing process to carry out delegated acts and prescribed procedures while following the current nursing standards
Interprets data to develop a nursing care plan
Participate as a productive member of the Interdisciplinary team in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of rehabilitation goals
Delegating task to CNAs and other disciplinary team members
Assures that documents in the medical record are complete, factual, accurate, and timely
Provide direction and leadership in patient care to assigned personnel
Build positive relationships with patient, patient families, and other staff members.
Registered Nurse
Springs at Crystal Lake
2013.04 - 2014.04
Performs Patient care in Rehabilitation and Special Needs Geriatric Care Center to an average of 40 residents
Administers injections and other medicinal intakes as ordered
Planned and provided quality routine care to Residents in Rehab, and LTC Units
Supervise a team of a minimum of 5 CNAs and 1 RN/LPN on my shift.
RN
Lincoln Lutheran of Racine
2012.01 - 2014.01
Performs patient care in rehabilitation and special needs geriatric care center to an average of 60 residents
Administers insulin shots, injections and other medicinal intakes as ordered
Planned and provided quality routine care to residents in special needs, rehab, and LTC units
Supervise a team of a minimum of 6 CNAs and 1 RN/LPN on my shift.
Registered Nurse
Elmbrook Memorial Hospital
2010.01 - 2011.01
Facilitated prompt disposition of physician orders and correct administration of medications
Delegated Task to CNAs and other disciplinary team members
Initiated on-going assessment of the physical, emotional, educational, and functional needs of the Patient/family, Instructs patients/families in treatment procedures and plan of care
Interpreted assessment data to develop a nursing care plan
Participate as a productive member of the Interdisciplinary team in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of rehabilitation goals
Assured that documents in the medical record were complete, factual, accurate, and timely
Provided direction and leadership in patient care to assigned personnel
Build positive relationships with patient, patient families, and other healthcare team members.
Nurse Aide/ Nurse Tech
Whitcomb Tower
2002.01 - 2008.01
Performed patient care in a Retirement/Assisted Living Geriatric Care Center
Administered insulin shots, injections and other medicinal intakes as ordered
Provided quality routine care to at least 50 patients
Prioritized, delegated, trained, and managed other personnel in delivering patient care
Training and orienting new employees.
Resident Care Assistant
Woodland Terrace
2002.01 - 2007.01
Performed Patient care in Special Needs Geriatric Care Center to an average of 40 residents
Administered insulin shots, injections and other medicinal intakes as ordered
Planned and provided quality routine care to Residents in Special Needs Unit.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing -
Bradley University
Peoria, IL
05.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI
05.2010
Associate in Business Administration -
Lake Michigan College
Benton Harbor, MI
05.2005
Skills
Leadership and teamwork
Maintaining accurate patient records
Resource management
Conflict management
Data management
Chronic disease management
Medication administration
Patient consultation
Develop rapport with patients, family, staff, and physicians, and relate well to people from a variety of cultures
Proven record of reliability and responsibility, and ability to organize and prioritize work.
Able to handle critical and emergency conditions.
Demonstrate helpful attitude and communicate effectively.
Electronic Charting, experience in Keane, ECS, Horizon, AOD, Power chart
Electronic Med Dispense systems: ADU, Pixies, Omnicell
Local Travel Nursing Experience.
Personal Information
Title: Licensed RN States of Wisconsin, Indiana, and Illinois
Timeline
Registered Nurse
PRN Healthcare
2021.09 - Current
Registered Nurse
OSF St Joseph Hospital
2020.08 - 2021.11
Registered Nurse
Ascension All Saints Hospital
2019.10 - 2020.07
Registered Nurse
Lakeview Specialty Hospital
2017.12 - 2021.08
Registered Nurse
Northwestern Memorial Lake Forest Hospital
2016.11 - 2018.01
Registered Nurse
Clear Brook, Wright Home
2015.11 - 2019.12
Registered Nurse
Hearthstone Manor
2014.04 - 2015.11
Registered Nurse
Springs at Crystal Lake
2013.04 - 2014.04
RN
Lincoln Lutheran of Racine
2012.01 - 2014.01
Registered Nurse
First Tech Inc.
2011.01 - 2015.01
Registered Nurse
Elmbrook Memorial Hospital
2010.01 - 2011.01
Nurse Aide/ Nurse Tech
Whitcomb Tower
2002.01 - 2008.01
Resident Care Assistant
Woodland Terrace
2002.01 - 2007.01
Master of Science in Nursing -
Bradley University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Andrews University
Associate in Business Administration -
Lake Michigan College
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