Nursing professional with extensive clinical expertise and proven leadership skills. Skilled in chart updates, medication monitoring, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care. Committed to quality and efficiency with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Centurion Health / LaPorte Juvenile
Laporte, IN
12.2023 - Current
Medication administration.
Sick call/ triage/ respond to emergencies.
Run clinics, implement orders (MD, Dental, Mental Health, Vision)
Perform intake and annual health assessments. Complete discharges.
Attended meetings with multidisciplinary team to discuss patient progress toward recovery goals.
Evaluate mental health status of incarcerated individuals and communicate with MHPs to determine course of action.
Implement/ monitor suicide precautions as ordered by MHP.
Completed various audit documentation for ACA & State. Monthly CQI reports.
Perform blood draws as ordered.
Interface with state websites for testing and vaccination entry.
Registered Nurse
Wexford/ Stateville Correctional Center
Crest Hill, IL
05.2023 - 12.2023
Delivered health care services to incarcerated individuals with diverse conditions, including mental health diagnoses.
Administered medications through oral, IV, or injection routes to ensure effective treatment.
Maintained compliance with health codes by responding promptly to all regulations.
Collaborated with security personnel to uphold safety in a prison environment.
Coordinated multidisciplinary teams, including dialysis, lab, and administrative staff, for optimal patient care.
Managed challenging behaviors to sustain a therapeutic environment.
Conducted sick call and triage assessments efficiently.
Registered Nurse
Valley View School District
Bolingbrook , IL
03.2013 - 05.2022
Addressed students' immediate health needs during emergency situations.
Collaborated with parents, teachers, and support staff to ensure effective communication.
Assisted with monitoring attendance to maintain accurate records.
Implemented COVID protocols to safeguard student health.
Obtained health histories, authored 504 plans, and participated in IEP evaluations.
Prepared and submitted yearly reports to IWAS for compliance with immunization and health requirements.
Triage minor health issues.
Contacted DCFS as necessary/ prepared the reports.
Education
School Nurse Certification -
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Illinois State University
Normal, IL
05-2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL
12-2011
Skills
Client record management and electronic health records