Sandra Schroder
Union,IL
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sherman Hospital
05.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Initiated and monitored IV drips, such as Amiodarone, Heparin, and Diltiazem.
- Prepared patients for open heart surgeries, TAVR, ablation, and cardioversion procedures.
- Monitored patients after TAVR, ablation, and cardioversion.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Participated in the hand hygiene audits on the unit.
RegisteredNurse
NorthwesternMedicine
05.2016 - 05.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Interpreted labs while communicating any changes or adjustments with providers.
- Worked in the pediatric unit with pediatric patients who required hospitalization due to RSV, influenza, and pneumonia.
- Worked on medical-telemetry floor.
- Worked on the COVID unit during the pandemic.
Registered Nurse
Hearthstone Care Center
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
First Line Therapy Lifestyle Educator
Advanced Preventative Cardiology
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Developed and implemented weight loss plans based on the Mediterranean diet principle.
- Monitored patients' progress and adjusted plans based on individualized needs.
- Consulted with a cardiologist regarding the supplementation and diet adjustment based on the current medication regimen.
Education
Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) - Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty Track (FNP)
Saint Anthony College of Nursing
Rockford, IL05-2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Rush University College of Nursing
Chicago06-2012
Associate of Science -
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL05-2009
Skills
- Bi-lingual (English, Polish)
- Flexible, independent, organized, and punctual
- Ability to multitask
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Clinical judgment
- Patient assessments, ability to write well-developed progress notes
- Patient education and counseling
Accomplishments
Participated in the MNRS conference in Indianapolis, Indiana (2025)
Recipient of the Carol Block scholarship at Northwestern Medical Center (2022)
Participated in the research study on inpatient IV-related infections (2021)
Certification
Registered Professional Nurse
Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Basic Life Support
Practicum Rotations
OSF Cardiovascular Institute Heart Failure Clinic, Rockford, IL
Practicum Rotation with Tiffany Roby DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
100 clinical hours
Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, Rockford, IL
Practicum Rotation with Page Medearis, APN-BC
50 clinical hours
New Generation Pediatrics, Elgin, IL
Practicum Rotation with Abigail Hawley, DNP, FNP-BC
100 clinical hours
OSF Medical Group-Obstetrics and Gynecology
Practicum Rotation with Andrea Rossow, APN-BC
50 clinical hours
OSF Healthcare- Prompt Care, Rockford, IL
Susan Korf, APRN
100 clinical hours
UW Swedish American Hospital, Rockford, IL
Emergency Department
Susan Korf, APRN
100 clinical hours
OSF Healthcare
Primary Care
Michelle Johnson, APRN
50 clinical hours
Jet Healthcare
Home Health services, hospice
Heather Hartman, ACNP,, CNP, MSN, NP
100 clinical hours
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sherman Hospital
05.2022 - Current
RegisteredNurse
NorthwesternMedicine
05.2016 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Hearthstone Care Center
01.2015 - 04.2016
First Line Therapy Lifestyle Educator
Advanced Preventative Cardiology
01.2014 - 01.2015
Registered Professional Nurse
Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Basic Life Support
Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) - Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty Track (FNP)
Saint Anthony College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Rush University College of Nursing
Associate of Science -
McHenry County College
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