Sheena Wilkins
Lansing,IL
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional 17 years of nursing experience with a background in advanced practice nursing, known for high productivity and efficiency in patient care delivery. Possess specialized skills in acute care management, patient education, and diagnostic reasoning. Excel at communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring comprehensive care and positive outcomes for patients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Midwest Express Urgent Care
Tinley Park, Illinois
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and evaluations in urgent care settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure effective patient care delivery.
- Educated patients on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Utilized electronic health records for accurate documentation and patient tracking.
- Facilitated referrals to specialists for advanced diagnostic or therapeutic needs.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning decisions.
- Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
- Prescribed medications and monitored progress for effectiveness of treatments.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests, including X-rays, EKGs, and laboratory tests, to diagnose health issues.
Medical Management Specialist I
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Downer's Grove, IL
02.2020 - 02.2024
- Case management/care coordination
- Educated members on benefits, coverage, and claims processes.
Registered Nurse
Ingalls Home Health Care
Harvey, IL
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Home Health Care
- Administered medications and monitored patients for adverse reactions and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient needs and progress in care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Registered Nurse
St. Margaret Hospital
Hammond, IN
03.2017 - 03.2019
- Med/surg
- Renal
- Oncology
- Telemetry
- Provided direct patient care in home settings with compassion and professionalism.
- Administered medications and monitored patients for adverse reactions and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on best practices and protocols.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Registered Nurse
Symphony of Dyer
Dyer, IN
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Long term care
- Provided direct patient care in home settings with compassion and professionalism.
- Administered medications and monitored patients for adverse reactions and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient needs and progress in care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Dyer Nursing and Rehabilitation
Dyer, IN
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Long term care
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) -
Ivy Tech Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) -
Everest College
Skills
- Use of EPIC charting systems
- Patient Assessment
- Ordering diagnostic tests
- Ordering medications
- Documentation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Care Coordination
- Direct Patient Care
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Medication and IV Administration
- Intake and Discharge
- Case Management
Associations Memberships
American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 05/2023, Present
Certifications Training
Basic Life Support Certification
Certification
- Registered Nurse, IL License Number - 041458529 Exp: 5/31/2026
- Registered Nurse, IN License Number - 28224549A Exp: 10/31/2027
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, IN License Number 71015006A Exp: 10/31/2027
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, IL License Number 209029157 Exp: 5/31/2026
- Family Nurse Pracitioner, American Association of Nurse Practitioners- Certification Number F10231036 Exp: 10/25/2028
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, Exp. 09/2026
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Midwest Express Urgent Care
02.2024 - Current
Medical Management Specialist I
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
02.2020 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
Ingalls Home Health Care
04.2019 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse
St. Margaret Hospital
03.2017 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse
Symphony of Dyer
10.2016 - 03.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Dyer Nursing and Rehabilitation
08.2013 - 08.2016
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) -
Ivy Tech Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) -
Everest College