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RYAN COX

RYAN COX

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in outpatient endocrine and family medicine, skilled in processing prior authorizations and delivering high-acuity pulmonary, cardiac stepdown, and telemetry care. Proven expertise in clinical data review, medication and treatment coordination, and remote patient support, utilizing EMR-based communication to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Exceptional ability to apply clinical judgment, critical thinking, and holistic assessments to monitor patient progress, identify barriers, and ensure safe, effective, patient-centered care in both virtual and in-person settings. Committed to fostering a collaborative healthcare experience that prioritizes patient well-being.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Clinical Nurse — Pulmonary Stepdown

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
02.2025 - 11.2025
  • Monitored patient status through vitals, oxygen trends, and lab interpretation, identifying early condition changes and supporting care plan adjustments.
  • Engaged patients and families in ongoing education to reinforce understanding of diagnosis, treatment goals, and self-management strategies.
  • Maintained precise documentation and interdisciplinary communication to ensure continuity of care and alignment with clinical standards.

Travel Nurse — Telemetry / Med-Surg / ICU Overflow

The Good Life Med Staff
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Evaluated clinical stability and response to treatment using data-driven assessment to determine appropriate escalation or provider review.
  • Supported medication and plan-of-care monitoring across diverse patient populations, identifying potential barriers to treatment adherence.
  • Maintained accurate, compliant documentation across multiple EMRs to support safe, coordinated care delivery.

Registered Nurse — Endocrine/Family Medicine

Advocate Aurora Medical Group
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Delivered remote and in-clinic triage support through Epic/MyChart and phone communication, educating patients on treatment plans and escalating concerns appropriately to support safe self-care.
  • Reviewed clinical data, documentation, and labs to complete prior authorizations, ensuring treatment appropriateness while preventing medication access delays.
  • Collaborated closely with providers, pharmacies, and payers to support medication reconciliation, resolve coverage barriers, and maintain accurate, confidential records.

Registered Nurse — Cardiac Stepdown

University of Michigan Hospital
01.2022 - 07.2023
  • Trended labs, telemetry, vitals, and fluid status to evaluate patient progress and support care planning decisions.
  • Provided patient-centered education on disease management, lifestyle modification, and medication safety to promote ongoing self-care.
  • Collaborated daily with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless, high-quality care supported by complete and accurate documentation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Michigan–Flint
Flint, MI
09.2017 - 12.2021

Skills

  • Virtual clinical assistance
  • Response coordination
  • Clinical data evaluation
  • Medication management
  • Patient education
  • Patient care collaboration
  • Prior authorization management
  • Proficient in EMR systems (Epic, Cerner, PointClickCare)
  • HIPAA compliance expertise
  • Workflow management

Certification

Registered Nurse | Illinois | License Number: 041.543672

Timeline

Clinical Nurse — Pulmonary Stepdown

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
02.2025 - 11.2025

Travel Nurse — Telemetry / Med-Surg / ICU Overflow

The Good Life Med Staff
01.2024 - 06.2024

Registered Nurse — Endocrine/Family Medicine

Advocate Aurora Medical Group
08.2023 - 01.2024

Registered Nurse — Cardiac Stepdown

University of Michigan Hospital
01.2022 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Michigan–Flint
09.2017 - 12.2021
RYAN COX