Shenika Chenault
Calumet City,IL
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at University of Chicago Medicine, adept in clinical judgment and compassionate care. Excelled in medication administration and delivering holistic patient care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, demonstrating critical thinking and a commitment to patient health and safety.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University of Chicago Medicine
2022.03 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse
Community First Medical Center
2020.06 - 2022.03
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Aperion Care
2021.03 - 2021.06
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Allyon Staffing
2021.01 - 2021.03
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Shore Community High School
Chicago, IL06.1997
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern College
Bridgeview, IL09.2019
Skills
Intravenous therapy
Pre-and Post-Operative Care
Clinical judgment
Compassionate Care
Medication and IV administration
Medication Administration
Critical Thinking
Wound Care
Direct Patient Care
Certification
- BLS Training
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University of Chicago Medicine
2022.03 - Current
Registered Nurse
Aperion Care
2021.03 - 2021.06
Registered Nurse
Allyon Staffing
2021.01 - 2021.03
Registered Nurse
Community First Medical Center
2020.06 - 2022.03
High School Diploma -
South Shore Community High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern College
- BLS Training
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