- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness
Rachel Myers
Urbana,IL
Summary
Skilled Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Carle Foundation Hospital, adept in medication administration and demonstrating unparalleled compassion. Excelled in critical patient assessments and infection control, significantly enhancing patient recovery and satisfaction. Holds ACLS and BLS certifications, embodying strong clinical judgment and empathy in high-acuity environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carle Foundation Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
Postpartum Health Care Assistant
Carle Foundation Hospital
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Monitored both mother and baby's vital signs, ensuring timely identification of potential complications.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate and attentive postpartum care to new mothers.
- Promoted effective communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals involved in their care.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Parkland College
Champaign, IL05-2024
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Care planning and development
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Documentation and charting in present time (EMR)
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification & Basic life support (BLS) certification
- Tracheostomy care
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
Interests
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Carle Foundation Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Postpartum Health Care Assistant
Carle Foundation Hospital
05.2021 - 05.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Parkland College
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