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Rickiya Steward

Highland,United States

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate Registered Nurse with a proven track record at University of Chicago Medicine, enhancing patient outcomes through clinical judgment and quality improvement initiatives. Skilled in emergency care and health promotion, I excel in fostering teamwork and collaboration while mentoring peers to deliver exceptional patient care.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Primary Care Registered Nurse

University of Chicago Medicine
01.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes with thorough assessments, accurate diagnoses, and appropriate interventions.
  • Coordinated participated educational programs related various aspects nursing practice ensure ongoing professional development for self colleagues.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members in clinical skills and best practices for delivering optimal patient care within the primary care setting.
  • Used EPIC to maintain patient medical records, accurately recording vital statistics, medical histories, and test results.
  • Encouraged health-promoting behaviors to improve patient health and reverse disease.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of best practices, new technologies, and emerging trends in primary care nursing through continuing education opportunities and involvement in professional organizations.

Registered Nurse Observation/Telemetry Registered Nurse

Franciscan Alliance
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Maintained accurate electronic medical records, ensuring timely communication among healthcare team members and proper documentation of patient progress.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.

Patient Care Technician

Franciscan Alliance
06.2014 - 08.2021
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
05-2021

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL
07-2026

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Mental health care
  • Emergency care
  • Quality improvement
  • Health promotion
  • Immunizations
  • Diabetes management
  • Compassionate communication
  • Removing sutures
  • Follow-up call
  • Prior authorizations
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • Ambulatory Care Nursing Certification, ANA, May 24th, 2025-May 23rd, 2030.
  • Licensed -Nursing Illinois 8/21/2021-5/31/2026

Nursing Indiana 7/1/2025-10/31/2025



Timeline

Primary Care Registered Nurse

University of Chicago Medicine
01.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse Observation/Telemetry Registered Nurse

Franciscan Alliance
08.2021 - 12.2022

Patient Care Technician

Franciscan Alliance
06.2014 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

South Suburban College of Cook County

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