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Rachel Kozlowski

Winthrop Harbor,IL

Summary

Registered nurse with over 19 years of experience in labor and delivery with ten years as the permanent charge nurse on night shift (2011-2022). Experience includes labor and delivery, triage, circulating in the operating room, recovering post-surgical, ante-partum, mother baby, and newborn nursery. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Maintains a strong reputation for achieving high levels of patient satisfaction along with advocating for patients, nurses, and physicians with the goal to always promote patient safety, facilitate growth, and to provide education. Chair of Quality Improvement committee since 2011 with the goal to improve the unit by using evidence based practice. 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. Compassionate professional with extensive experience in providing comprehensive care to patients throughout labor and delivery. Adept at monitoring and assessing patient progress, providing comfort and support to patients and families, and coordinating patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Advocate Condell Medical Center
05.2004 - Current
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
  • Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.

Home Health Care RN

Alert Home Health
01.2008 - 08.2009
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Education

University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL
05.2021

Skills

Licensed Registered Nurse

Certified Inpatient Obstetrical Nurse

Strong communication skills

Exceptional critical thinking skills

Strong critical judgement

Exemplary clinical skills

Self-directed and motivated

Dedicated to equality and excellence

Promotes and encourages healthy learning environments

Patient advocate

  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Computer Skills
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Problem-Solving
  • Basic Life Support

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse 2004-present
  • Certified Inpatient Obstetrical Nurse RNC-OB
  • BLS June2024
  • ACLS June 2024
  • NRP January 2026

Timeline

Home Health Care RN

Alert Home Health
01.2008 - 08.2009

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Advocate Condell Medical Center
05.2004 - Current

Master of Science - Nursing Education

University of St. Francis
Rachel Kozlowski