TAMIKA HENRY

REGISTERED NURSE

Chicago,Illinois

Summary

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

years of professional experience

years of post-secondary education

Work History

RN SCHOOL NURSE

CICS CHARTER SCHOOLS

Chicago, Illinois

09.2022 - Current

Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.

Charge Nurse

PORTER PLACE TINLEY PARK

Chicago, IL

02.2018 - Current

Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Clark Manor Convalescent Center

Chicago, IL

03.2017 - 09.2019

Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - NURSING

Northwestern College

Bedford Park, IL

01.2019 - 09.2021

Skills

Patient Assessments

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