Rebecca Romano
Palatine,IL
Summary
Compassionate and advanced practice registered nurse with 1.5 years of experience providing primary care, wellness exams, and chronic disease management for diverse populations. Skilled in analyzing patient histories and test results to make accurate diagnoses. Dedicated to patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to alleviate pain and prevent illness. Committed to building strong relationships with patients and families, serving as a patient advocate for optimal outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Glen Medical Associates
04.2023 - Current
- Perform patient physicals and compare and contrast results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Educate patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Coordinate with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Northwestern Memorial Hospital (Aya Healthcare)
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Registered Nurse
Lutheran General Hospital
10.2015 - 12.2021
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, as well as airway, cardiac assist device, and continuous renal replacement management.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bradley University
Peoria, IL05.2015
Skills
- Preventive Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Communication
- Clinical Care Standards
- Epic EMR use
- Laboratory Testing
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner (Board Certified), 2022
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), 2018
- Registered Nurse (RN), 2015
- ACLS and BLS, 2015
Affiliations
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
- The Lewis University National Society of Leadership and Success
- American Nurses Credentialing Center
Leadership Experience
- 2023-2024 - Nurse Practitioner, Glen Medical Associates - As a new graduate provider, developed and maintained a full schedule of primary care patients working under collaborating physician.
- 2018-2022 - Preceptor, Medical/Cardiac Intensive Care Unit - Personally educated and trained new hire nurses and lead twelve-week orientations, assisted in the onboarding of new graduate and experienced nurses to the unit.
- 2020 - Committee Member, Employee Engagement Taskforce - Collaborated with clinical manager and committee members for unit improvements, came up with monthly goals to increase unit satisfaction and safety.
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Glen Medical Associates
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Northwestern Memorial Hospital (Aya Healthcare)
01.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Lutheran General Hospital
10.2015 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Nursing
Lewis University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bradley University
- Family Nurse Practitioner (Board Certified), 2022
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), 2018
- Registered Nurse (RN), 2015
- ACLS and BLS, 2015
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