Sylvia Jara
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills, and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications, and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Empathetic and solution-focused professional with solid foundation in patient care and healthcare coordination. Adept in understanding medical terminology and treatment plans, along with proficiency in patient assessment and care planning. Committed to making positive impact through tailored patient support and effective resource management.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Case Manager/Utilization Review
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
05.2022 - Current
- Evaluated nursing notes to confirm completeness and accuracy of descriptions outlining nursing care provided and corresponding patient responses.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
PICC Nurse
Amita St. Francis Hospital
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Reduced post-procedural complication rates by providing attentive and thorough care for patients.
- Learned new techniques and kept up with technological advancements in industry to add extra value to medical services.
- Developed, implemented and evaluated nursing plans of care to improve health outcomes of patients.
- Provided central line and intravenous care for patients at St. Francis hospital.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
ER Nurse
Weiss Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Followed standard procedures for collecting personal information, contacting relatives and transferring patients better accommodated at outside facilities.
- Treated patients suffering from trauma, acute chest pain, respiratory failure and drug overdoses.
- Managed complete processing of patients from initial admission to discharge.
- Delivered effective quality control through admissions, assessment, treatment and referral for broad range of patients.
- Triaged incoming patients and communicated with doctors to encourage timely attention to urgent situations.
- Sanitized, prepared and assembled medical equipment, readying work environment for physicians and emergency surgeons.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Amita St. Francis Hospital
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Notified physicians whenever patient assessments revealed issues or problems.
- Provided patients with information regarding illnesses and educated on ways to manage health.
- Performed thorough and accurate assessments for every patient and reported issues to manager and Interventional Radiology Medical Director.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- 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.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Clinical Nurse Manager
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Established and maintained positive relationships with residents, physicians, hospital staff, patients and families.
- Collaborated with management teams in order to implement and evaluate programs and services.
- Provided strong leadership and guidance to nurses.
- Handled probationary and annual performance evaluations for nursing staff.
- Pursued opportunities and leveraged expertise to optimize patient care, improve outcomes and optimize performance of nursing team members.
- Mentored and coached nursing staff, listening to concerns and providing counsel.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department while upholding acceptable nursing standards.
- Supervised hiring, training and development of nursing staff.
- Promoted team education, audited services, monitored medications and oversaw wound care to meet department and facility objectives.
- Attended facility education workshops and programs.
- Managed over 65 nursing staff caring for patients.
- Educated patients about treatment care plans.
- Identified physical, emotional and social needs of patients during daily planning and addressed critical issues immediately.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Evanston Hospital
08.2008 - 02.2017
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
- Upheld patient safety standards by preventing unauthorized access or incorrect dosage administration.
Clinical Nurse Manager
Evanston Hospital
07.2007 - 08.2008
- Established and maintained positive relationships with residents, physicians, hospital staff, patients and families.
- Collaborated with management teams in order to implement and evaluate programs and services.
- Provided strong leadership and guidance to nurses.
- Handled probationary and annual performance evaluations for nursing staff.
- Pursued opportunities and leveraged expertise to optimize patient care, improve outcomes and optimize performance of nursing team members.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department while upholding acceptable nursing standards.
- Promoted team education, audited services, monitored medications and oversaw wound care to meet department and facility objectives.
- Reviewed charts for accuracy to reduce errors and verify completion of updates.
Nursing Supervisor
Evanston Hospital
02.2001 - 08.2007
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
- Enforced disease prevention protocols among staff members, patients and visitors.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone and in person.
- Investigated and reported accidents, leveraging new knowledge to improve protections for patients and staff.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Evanston Hospital
09.1997 - 02.2001
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Upheld patient safety standards by preventing unauthorized access or incorrect dosage administration.
Dialysis and Plasmapheresis Registered Nurse
Evanston Hospital
06.1995 - 09.1997
- Updated medical records with current vitals, behavioral observations and medication details.
- Supervised dialysis treatments for patients aging from child to adult in community hospital setting.
- Monitored patient status during treatment and reported variances and adverse reactions to care teams.
- Initiated and documented ongoing quality assurance activities to improve patient care and safety.
- Collected and analyzed patient data before, during and after treatments and documented information in patient medical records.
- Assisted physicians with specialized treatments related to renal replacement and apheresis therapy.
- Administered Peritoneal dialysis as well as IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and intramuscular medications.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Pre-natal/home Visiting Nurse
Infant Welfare Society Of Evanston
06.1994 - 06.1995
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Administered medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Conducted patient-focused planning and case management designed to meet individual health and service needs for quality and cost-effective outcomes.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Assessed patients' physical, psychosocial and emotional needs and documented in confidential medical records.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
National Louis University
06.2006
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Aurora University
06.1994
Associate of Arts - Business And Science
Felician College
06.1989
Skills
- RN Case Management
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Workflow and Patient Management
- Patient Rights Advocacy
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
- Policy and Procedure Compliance
- Treatment Preparation
- Preventive Healthcare
- Procedure Assistance
- Critical Thinking
- Accurate Documentation
- Clinical assessment
Contact
CHICAGO, Illinois 60660-1761
Education
Aurora, IL,Chicago, IL
Timeline
Nurse Case Manager/Utilization Review
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
05.2022 - Current
PICC Nurse
Amita St. Francis Hospital
09.2021 - 05.2022
ER Nurse
Weiss Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2022
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Amita St. Francis Hospital
03.2020 - 05.2022
Clinical Nurse Manager
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
01.2016 - 01.2020
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Evanston Hospital
08.2008 - 02.2017
Clinical Nurse Manager
Evanston Hospital
07.2007 - 08.2008
Nursing Supervisor
Evanston Hospital
02.2001 - 08.2007
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Evanston Hospital
09.1997 - 02.2001
Dialysis and Plasmapheresis Registered Nurse
Evanston Hospital
06.1995 - 09.1997
Pre-natal/home Visiting Nurse
Infant Welfare Society Of Evanston
06.1994 - 06.1995
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Aurora University
Associate of Arts - Business And Science
Felician College
MBA - Business Administration
National Louis University
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