Rachael Savoree

Work History

OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center

Ottawa, IL

08.2020 - Current

Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene and ambulation.
Educated and supervised patients and family members regarding prevention strategies, self-care techniques and nursing care needs.
Observed patient to chart and report changes in patient condition, including adverse reactions to medications and treatments.
Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs, including blood pressure, pulse and temperature.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Updated and developed care plans to establish goals based on patient's nursing diagnosis

ATI Home Health

Bolingbrook, IL

10.2019 - 08.2020

Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.

Morris Hospital And Healthcare Centers

Morris, IL

06.2015 - 10.2019

Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Maximized team performance by monitoring nursing care, including patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities

Morris Hospital

Morris , IL

05.2007 - 06.2015

Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.