Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Serecka A Crosley

Joliet,IL

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency response, and medication administration. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient care and positive outcomes.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Sane Nurse

Sinai chicago
Chicago, IL
06.2024 - Current
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
  • Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
  • Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

RN Tele /ED

South Suburban Hospital
Hazel Crest, IL
04.2023 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.

RN Psych

Sliver Oaks Hospital
New Lenox, IL
05.2023 - 06.2024
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
  • Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.

RN Floor Nurse Urology/Nephrology Nurse

Springfield Regional Medical Center
Springfield, IL
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Utilized evidence-based guidelines while providing quality nursing care services.
  • Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
  • Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information during shift change report times.
  • Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
  • Developed policies and procedures for the management of nephrology patients in order to ensure quality care delivery.
  • Assisted in developing educational material geared towards increasing public awareness about kidney diseases prevention measures.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Administered medications and dialysis treatments for advanced kidney problems.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Rasmussen College - Romeoville
Romeoville, IL
03-2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Brown Mackie College
Merrillville, IN
05-2009

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Robert Morris University - Illinois
Chicago, IL
05-2005

Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy

Kankakee Community College
Kankakee, IL

Skills

  • Quality Improvement
  • Geriatric Care
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Basic Life Support
  • Community health
  • Health Promotion
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Wound Care
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Physical assessments
  • Discharge Planning
  • Compassionate Care
  • Documentation
  • Patient Education
  • Critical Thinking
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Active Listening
  • Medication Administration
  • Decision-Making

Accomplishments

  • Honor Roll 2021
  • Leadership award

Certification

  • RN license in IL, IN, Wis
  • ACLS
  • BLS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

RN Sane Nurse

Sinai chicago
06.2024 - Current

RN Floor Nurse Urology/Nephrology Nurse

Springfield Regional Medical Center
01.2024 - 03.2024

RN Psych

Sliver Oaks Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2024

RN Tele /ED

South Suburban Hospital
04.2023 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Rasmussen College - Romeoville

Associate of Science - Nursing

Brown Mackie College

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Robert Morris University - Illinois

Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy

Kankakee Community College
Serecka A Crosley