Tamara Schilli
Davita
Machesney Park,IL
23
years of professional experience
Experienced RN/Clinical Coordinator with expertise in dialysis care coordination, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Known for accurate documentation, quality improvement, and guiding teams to improve patient safety and outcomes.
Work History
RN/Clinical Coordinator
20 Years 3 Months- Coordinated dialysis care plans and patient flow for safe, efficient clinical operations.
- Collaborated with nephrologists and care teams to resolve treatment concerns and update interventions.
- Monitored patient assessments, lab trends, and documentation for accuracy and compliance.
- Educated patients and families on dialysis procedures, medications, and self-care expectations.
- Tracked vascular access status and escalated issues to support timely clinical action.
- Guided staff through clinical protocols, infection prevention, and quality standards.
- Collaborated with medical staff in the development of individualized care plans, ensuring that patients received the most appropriate treatment based on their specific needs and preferences.
- Oversaw infection control measures within the unit to minimize occurrences of healthcare-associated infections among patients and staff members.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless coordination of care.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing clinical protocols and guidelines.
- Evaluated nursing performance by conducting assessments and providing constructive feedback for professional growth opportunities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes and streamlined processes.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- 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.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
RN Staff Nurse
2 Years 6 Months- Administered medications and monitored responses for timely intervention
- Coordinated care with physicians, therapists, and support staff
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and updated individualized care plans
- Documented patient conditions, treatments, and progress in electronic health records
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain safe clinical environments
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
- Prioritized multiple assignments while responding to changing acuity and urgent needs
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skills
Clinical leadership
HIPAA compliance
Patient confidentiality
Care coordination
Quality improvement
Chart review
Clinical supervision
Nursing assessment
Clinical documentation
Care planning
Staff management
Staff training
Patient assessment
Continuing education
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Care standards
Nursing supervision
Disease management
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Medication and IV administration
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Compassionate and caring
Multitasking Abilities
Basic life support
Reliability
Excellent communication
Critical thinking
Strong clinical judgment
Direct patient care
CPR certification
Organizational skills
Team collaboration
Active listening
Effective communication
Creative problem solving
Decision-making
Adaptability and flexibility
Patient and family advocacy
Patient care assessment
Patient education
Certified in CPR/AED
Monitoring vital signs
Electronic health records
Blood draw and sample collection
Physical assessment
Vitals monitoring
Clear patient communication
Safety protocols
Team building
Task prioritization
Self motivation
Medication administration
Infection control
Patient condition monitoring
Health promotion
Accurate documentation
Interpersonal skills
Analytical thinking
Documentation
Goal setting
Professionalism
Emergency care
Interpersonal communication
Collecting vitals
Training staff
Patient advocacy
Time management abilities
Continuous improvement
Adaptability
Written communication
Patient examination
Timeline
RN/Clinical Coordinator
Davita
07.2006 - CurrentRead More
RN Staff Nurse
OSF Saint Anthony Hospital
12.2003 - 06.2006Read More
Saint Anthony College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Rock Valley College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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