Rodiath Bolarinwa
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with hands-on experience in post-operative spine, orthopedic, and neuro care. Skilled in managing complex surgical patients through comprehensive assessments, neurovascular monitoring, pain management, surgical drain care, and early mobility.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse – Spine/Post-Operative Unit (Day Shift)
Ascension Saint Thomas
Nashville, TN
10.2024 - Current
- Delivered post-operative care for orthopedic and spine surgery patients, enhancing recovery and comfort
- Administer and evaluate pain management therapies
- Managed surgical drains and wound vacs to ensure optimal healing and prevent complications
- Coordinated early mobility and discharge education to facilitate safe transitions and promote patient independence
- Perform neurological and neurovascular assessments
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Rotation
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg/Orthopedic (Night Shift)
Ascension Resurrection
Chicago, IL
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Conduct comprehensive head to toes assessments
- Monitored vital signs consistently to assess patient health status.
- Administer medications via multiple routes
- Delivered wound care and managed IV therapy to promote patient healing
- Responded to patient changes and emergencies to stabilize conditions and ensure safety
- Continuous monitoring electrolyte imbalance, electrolyte replacement and fluid balance
Care Giver- (Day/night shift)
North Shore Compassionate Care
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Delivered compassionate caregiving services to clients in various settings.
- Executed daily caregiving tasks with attention to detail, ensuring quality care for patients.
- Traveled to different work locations (hospitals and nursing homes) to provide care such as bathing, grooming, medication management, and mobility assistance.
- Proposed and implemented ideas to improve team collaboration and patient care outcomes.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advocate Care Agency
Chicago, Illinois
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Transitioned between various healthcare settings to assist with patient care.
- Assisted Advocate Care Agency clients with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Supported medication reminders and daily care routines for home care clients.
- Supported medication reminders and daily care routines to ensure adherence and promote client well-being.
Certified Nursing Assistant (Day/night shift)
Clipboard Health Agency
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided compassionate care to elderly patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being
- Administered ostomy care and feeding to patients in healthcare settings
- Delivered patient care across various healthcare settings through agency assignments
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, Illinois 01.2025 - 05.2026
Ascension Saint Thomas New Graduate Residency -
Ascension Hospital
Nashville, TN 10.2024 - 10.2025
Associate Degree - Nursing
Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL 01.2022 - 12.2024
Skills
- Postoperative Care
- Pain Management
- Wound Care
- Surgical drains
- IV Therapy
- Medication administration
- Neurovascular Assessments
- Airway monitoring
- Infection Prevention
- Early Mobility
- Patient Education
- Documentation
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN), Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation (April 2024), BLS – American Heart Association (Exp. June 2027), Certified Nursing Assistant – Illinois Dept. of Health (Aug 2021)
Core Clinical Skills
Fluent in English & French
Honors & Awards
Fluent in English & French
CLINICAL ROTATIONS
Fluent in English & French
Continuing Education
Fluent in English & French
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Illinois Chicago
01.2025 - 05.2026
Ascension Saint Thomas New Graduate Residency -
Ascension Hospital
10.2024 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse – Spine/Post-Operative Unit (Day Shift)
Ascension Saint Thomas
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg/Orthopedic (Night Shift)
Ascension Resurrection
05.2024 - 10.2024
Care Giver- (Day/night shift)
North Shore Compassionate Care
06.2023 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant (Day/night shift)
Clipboard Health Agency
08.2022 - 05.2023
Associate Degree - Nursing
Malcolm X College
01.2022 - 12.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advocate Care Agency
07.2021 - 12.2023