RACHELLE MITCHELL
Chicago Heights,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Staff RN
Capital One
Sanborn, CA
02.2022 - Current
- Assessed and monitored patient's condition, vitals, and response to treatment.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention techniques.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and blood draws.
- Responded to codes or patient crises as part of rapid-response team.
- Assisted in planning individual treatment programs in consultation with Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing and other staff using established knowledge and resources in planning care and patient teaching.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Contributed to the overall efficiency of the unit by completing tasks efficiently within given deadlines.
- Advised family members regarding proper homecare instructions following discharge from hospital.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff members and patients through adherence of safety protocols.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Care Foundation
Urbana, Illinois
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings
- Communicated with patient care teams to relay changes in patient cardiac rhythms
- Managed patients with permanent pacemakers by continuously monitoring heart rate and rhythm after pacemaker insertion
- Cared for patients with heart disease using electrocardiogram or other vital sign-measuring devices
- Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health and care services to meet patients' complex care needs
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution
- Instructed patients on maintaining healthy weight and lowering blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels to reduce risk for heart disease or heart attack.
RN Agency Nurse Medical Surgical Tele Unit
Hindsdale Hospital
Hindsdale, Il
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Obtained specimens and performed EKG tests using proper techniques and procedures
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders
- Performed EKGs using proper techniques and procedures
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs
- Conducted patient assessment, prioritizing data collection based on patient condition or needs
- Taught patients and significant others to manage illness or injury by explaining post-treatment home care needs.
Agency RN For Medical Surgical Tele Unit
University Of Chicago Ingalss Hospital
Harvey, Illinois
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental, and emotional status to assist with care needs
- Provided initial and ongoing education to the patient and family
- Consulted and coordinated with health care team members to assess and evaluate patient care plans
- Ensured disposal of medical waste through the proper protocol
- Wound care and teaching of signs of symptoms of infection and further breakdown
- Utilized EMR and EPIC to maintain patient electronic health records
- Managed patients with permanent pacemakers by continuously monitoring heart rate and rhythm after pacemaker insertion.
Tele Medical Surgical Nurse
Holy Cross Hospital
Chicago, IL
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental, and emotional status to assist with care needs
- Developed individualized plan of care to perform appropriate treatments as ordered by physician
- Consulted and coordinated with health care team members to assess and evaluate patient care plans
- Adjusted or modified the treatment plan as indicated and notified supervisor as needed
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team on patient care plans
- Printed Tele strips for patient chart and document heart rhythm
- Treated patients with congestive heart failure transferred from intensive care units or doctors' offices
- Monitored vital signs to rapidly respond to sudden changes in patient status.
Registered Nurse For Dementia Unit
South Suburban Rehab Nursing Facility
Homewood, Il
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental, and emotional status to assist with care needs
- Developed individualized plan of care to perform appropriate treatments as ordered by physician
- Consulted and coordinated with health care team members to assess and evaluate patient care plans
- Adjusted or modified the treatment plan as indicated and notified supervisor as needed
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team on patient care plans
- Printed Tele strips for patient chart and document heart rhythm
- Treated patients with congestive heart failure transferred from intensive care units or doctors' offices
- Monitored vital signs to rapidly respond to sudden changes in patient status.
Hospice Nurse/ In Patient Hospice Nurse
Journey Care Hospice
Chicago, Il
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings
- Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health and care services to meet patients' complex care needs
- Compared patient response with observable outcomes to evaluate effectiveness of care
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols
- Used computers to complete necessary documentation on patient progress
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.
Hospice Nurse
Journey Care Hospice
Chicago, Il
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings
- Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health and care services to meet patients' complex care needs
- Compared patient response with observable outcomes to evaluate effectiveness of care
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols
- Used computers to complete necessary documentation on patient progress
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.
Registered Nurse
South Suburban Rehab Nursing Facility
Homewood, Il
01.2014 - 10.2019
- Taught primary caregiver skills necessary to care for patient at home
- Assisted In IDT meeting with SW, case managers and physician, chaplain
- Informed physician and other personnel of changes in patient needs and outcomes of interventions
- Prepared clinical and progress notes demonstrating advancement toward established goals
- Counseled patient and family regarding symptom control, medications and pain relief
- Implemented, developed and documented plan of care to drive quality and continuity of care.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health NP
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL04-2025
Bachelor of Science -
Ashford University
San Diego03-2020
Skills
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Documenting Vitals
- IV Administration
- Pain Management Techniques
- Pharmacologic Intervention
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Acute and Chronic Pain
- Patient Admission
- Treatment Recommendations
- Home Health Care
- Hospice Care
- Cultural Awareness
Certification
WCC Wound Care
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Care Foundation
10.2022 - 03.2023
RN Agency Nurse Medical Surgical Tele Unit
Hindsdale Hospital
07.2022 - 09.2022
Travel Staff RN
Capital One
02.2022 - Current
Agency RN For Medical Surgical Tele Unit
University Of Chicago Ingalss Hospital
11.2021 - 04.2022
Tele Medical Surgical Nurse
Holy Cross Hospital
11.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse For Dementia Unit
South Suburban Rehab Nursing Facility
11.2021 - 04.2022
Hospice Nurse/ In Patient Hospice Nurse
Journey Care Hospice
10.2019 - 11.2020
Hospice Nurse
Journey Care Hospice
10.2019 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse
South Suburban Rehab Nursing Facility
01.2014 - 10.2019
Master of Science - Mental Health NP
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science -
Ashford University
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