Susan Milby
Morton,IL
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 12+ years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Possesses strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Carist, LLC
04.2024 - Current
- Promoted patient safety by diligently adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, organized treatment space.
- Contributed to a supportive team environment by offering assistance to colleagues when needed, fostering strong collaboration among staff.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments to maintain optimal patient health and recovery.
- Documented clinical findings accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records, ensuring seamless information exchange among healthcare providers.
- Provided skilled nursing interventions, closely monitoring patients'' vital signs and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
- Implemented creative approaches to engage children during medical procedures, minimizing anxiety and distress for both patients and families.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Clinical Instructor
Illinois Central College (ICC)
10.2021 - Current
- Provide education and training to high school students seeking CNA certification in the lab setting and in the clinical settings
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to devise effective teaching strategies, resulting in increased student satisfaction.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in nursing education and ensuring high-quality instruction.
- Coordinated clinical rotations for students, ensuring they gained valuable hands-on experience in various nursing specialties.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods such as simulation-based learning, which improved student competency and critical thinking skills.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions, personalizing instruction according to individual needs and learning styles.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-life scenarios and case studies in lessons.
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance their knowledge and abilities.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering open communication and providing constructive feedback to students.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions on evidence-based nursing practices, encouraging critical thinking and application of knowledge.
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
All Ways Caring Home Care
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Promoted patient safety by diligently adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, organized treatment space.
- Contributed to a supportive team environment by offering assistance to colleagues when needed, fostering strong collaboration among staff.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments to maintain optimal patient health and recovery.
- Documented clinical findings accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records, ensuring seamless information exchange among healthcare providers.
- Provided skilled nursing interventions, closely monitoring patients'' vital signs and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
- Implemented creative approaches to engage children during medical procedures, minimizing anxiety and distress for both patients and families.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Served as a trusted resource for patients and their families by providing expert advice on pediatric health matters and addressing concerns promptly.
Mental Health Registered Nurse
UnityPoint Health Central Illinois Region
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Office work, client vitals, phone triage, behavioral triage, injection clinic, medication monitoring, refills and working alongside other staff to provide optimal care for busy outpatient clinic.
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and making adjustments as necessary to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Established rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through empathic listening and culturally sensitive communication practices.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Performed frequent ongoing assessments of patients' status to address changes.
- Determined patient risk by utilizing subjective and objective data obtained through patient interaction.
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate electronic records of patient interactions, assessments, and interventions.
REGISTERED NURSE
Apostolic Christian Restmor
10.2015 - 10.2021
- Provide direct quality care to long-term care patients including daily monitoring, care plan implementation, medication administration, behavioral management, and evaluating of medical conditions of up to 40 patients per shift.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
Pediatric Home Care Nurse
Lincoln Elementary School
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Provide individual nursing care to special needs child including meeting at her home, assisting with transport on bus, assisting with G-tube care, Trach care, toilet training, and other needs
- Work alongside teacher, classroom aids, physical therapist and speech therapist to provide needed assistance with special needs child in classroom setting.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility support to ensure their well-being and comfort at home.
- Provided skilled nursing interventions such as gastroenterology management, tracheostomy management, and physical assistance for optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records to facilitate timely updates on the patient''s condition for the healthcare team members.
REGISTERED NURSE
Cardinal Medical Group
01.2000 - 07.2001
- Triage patient calls, perform patient assessments, scheduling ancillary testing, assist physicians with patient care, take vital signs, provide vaccinations and blood draws as needed, set up for and assist with physician in-office procedures, along with other various medical office duties.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Education
B.S.N. -
Illinois State University
Normal, IL01.2018
Assoc. Degree Nursing -
Spoon River College
Macomb, IL01.1999
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Electronic Medical Records
- Case Evaluation
- Clinical assessment
- Care Coordination
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Training and mentoring
- Time Management
Resume objective
Skilled, experienced, and highly trained Registered Nurse with 12+ years of experience providing quality care to a wide variety of patients. Possess a Bachelors' degree in Nursing, work well under pressure, adaptable, and ready to be a strong team player. Passionate about working as a team to provide excellent care. Considered hardworking, ethical, organized, and detail-oriented.
Certifications and skills
- CPR Certification, Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare, 04/01/24
- Infection Prevention Team at ACR
- Oral Health Team at ACR
- Proficient in Electronic Medical Record and Microsoft applications
- PRN Supervisor at ACR
- Able to utilize word processing, spreadsheet, PowerPoint, Excel, Matrix system
Accomplishments
Team Member - Infection Prevention Team at ACR
Team Member - Oral Health Team at ACR
Nurse Supervisor - PRN 2nd Shift Supervisor
Employer contact information
- Carist, LLC Home Care, 2911 Gill St, Suite A1, Bloomington, Illinois 61704, 309-590-6067
- Illinois Central College, Health Careers, Cedar Hall, Peoria, Illinois, 309-690-7530
- All Ways Caring, 4700 N. University Street Suite 91, Peoria, Illinois 61614, 309-270-3462
- Apostolic Christian Restmor, 1500 Parkside Avenue, Morton, IL, 61550, 309-284-1400
- Morton Community Unit 709, 1050 S. Fourth Ave #200, Morton, IL, 61550, 309-263-2581
Timeline
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Carist, LLC
04.2024 - Current
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
All Ways Caring Home Care
11.2022 - 04.2024
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Clinical Instructor
Illinois Central College (ICC)
10.2021 - Current
Mental Health Registered Nurse
UnityPoint Health Central Illinois Region
10.2021 - 11.2022
Pediatric Home Care Nurse
Lincoln Elementary School
04.2018 - 06.2018
REGISTERED NURSE
Apostolic Christian Restmor
10.2015 - 10.2021
REGISTERED NURSE
Cardinal Medical Group
01.2000 - 07.2001
Assoc. Degree Nursing -
Spoon River College
B.S.N. -
Illinois State University
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