Tawana Virgil
Regostered Nurse
Chicago,IL
Summary
Professionally trained Registered Nurse with multiple years of experience, ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs, and utilizing excellent communication skills. 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
21
21
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Health System
01.2020 - Current
- SICU/Trauma ICU
- Provide nursing care to level I trauma patients handling medical emergencies including strokes, motor vehicle accidents, head injuries and gunshot wounds
- Assists with intubations, rapid transfuse blood and fluid resuscitation
- Proficient in lifesaving interventions as part of the multidisciplinary team
Registered Nurse SICU/Trauma
Cambay healthcare, Loyola University Hospital
02.2022 - 04.2022
- ICU Contract ended)
- Performed immediate and appropriate assessment on patients and provided necessary care
- Coordinated nursing care in the emergency room with the healthcare team
- Collected blood and urine specimens and ordered laboratory tests
Registered Nurse/ICU
West- Suburban Medical Center
Oak Park, IL
10.2020 - 10.2020
- Sound knowledge of medical terminology, cardiac surgical equipment, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
- Provide nursing service to patients suffering from acute or chronic illness like vascular Telemetry, CABG, etc
- Strong critical thinking, decision making, and communication skills
Registered Nurse
Chicago VNA, Inc
Chicago, IL
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Quality Assurance/Utilization Review
- Monitored compliance with CMS, process improvement and implementation of clinical best practices
- Acted as liaison with providers, nurses and patients
- Provided information to IT provider for implementation of new AGEIS software.
Registered Nurse/ICU
Comprehensive Medical Staffing
Westchester, IL
02.2016 - 12.2019
- ICU Care for patients with various neurological disorders with the emphasis of patients with strokes and aneurysms, vascular malformations, post-angio therapy, post TPA (tissue plasminogen activator) treatment, spinal Cord injuries and traumatic head injuries
- Monitor MAP and BP, drawing arterial blood gases and took care of the arterial lines
- Administer the prescribed medications, changed dressings, clean the wounds and monitor the body.
Registered Nurse
Metro South Medical Center
Blue Island, IL
10.2018 - 09.2019
- ICU (hospital closed)
- Responsible for acute post-surgical care of abdominal, general ENT, orthopedic, vascular surgical patients and cardiac ICU and Medical ICU patients
- Frequent assessment, monitoring, and titration of vasoactive, cardiac, and sedation drips
- Provide hypothermia therapy to patients post cardiac arrest.
Registered Nurse
Pinnacle Hospital
Crown Point, IN
08.2019 - 03.2019
- Laid-off)
- Set up and monitor life support equipment and devices such as cardiac monitors, transducer, press airlines, oxygen delivery devices, mechanical ventilators and pulse oximeters
- Evaluate patient’s assessment record and lab data results to determine whether an emergency intervention was necessary
- Analyze which patient can be transferred out to either stepdown or the floor.
Registered Nurse/Staff Nurse
Chicago Treatment & Counseling Center
Cicero, IL
06.2017 - 04.2018
- Dispensed methadone to approximately 250-300 patients daily, educating patients on the potential side effects, withdrawal symptoms and health problems related to methadone
- Symptom management during dose adjustment
- Accurately complete daily and monthly methadone inventory sheet for DEA
- Performed physical examinations, vital signs, phlebotomy, TB testing, blood processing and urine drug screens.
Registered Nurse
EPIC Health Services/Pediatric Skilled Nursing
Des Plains, IL
02.2016 - 04.2018
- Provided one-on-one patient care
- Provided access for clearance of respiratory system
- Worked with pediatricians to ensure that proper treatment is always administered.
Registered Nurse/MICU
Protouch Staffing Agency
Oaklawn, IL
02.2018 - 01.2018
- CICU/SICU (Mount Sinai Health Systems)
- Resuscitate and stabilize patients, manage IV drips and titration, Art Line, CVP transducer lines, ventilators, wound care, medications and other appropriate nursing services
- Care for critically injured trauma patients, including motor vehicle collisions, falls, gunshot wounds, neurological insults, among others
- Administer medications as determined by the patient’s condition (IV, Sub-Q, etc.)
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Crystal Care Nursing Agency/ Jackson Park Hospital
Chicago, IL
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Consistently deliver the best in customer service and patient care, demonstrating respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with patients, families, visitors and other employees
- Established a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses, conditions and physician orders.
Registered Nurse PACU
The University of Chicago Hospitals
Chicago, IL
02.2003 - 10.2012
- BURN/ICU/Step-down/Telemetry
- Closely monitored acute conditions and patient reactions to drugs, carefully documenting progress of individuals participating in clinical trials, implementing nursing care plans
- Administered Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases
- Employed judgement skills to address patient condition with a high level of personal accountability
- Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
Registered Nurse/ Staff Nurse
Warren Barr Pavilion
Chicago, IL
08.2003 - 08.2006
- Monitored patient’s vital signs and symptoms, maintain records and insert intravenous catheters
- Delegated appropriate duties to support staff
- Provided wound care
- Administered medication in accordance with physician instructions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College
Chicago, IL 08.1998 - 12.2002
Master of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT 01.2020 - Current
NIH Stroke Certification - undefined
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification - undefined
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - undefined
Vohar Wound Care Certification - undefined
Registered Nurse in Illinois - undefined
undefined
Associate of Applied Science -
Kennedy-King College
Chicago, IL.Skills
Performed RN duties for critically ill, cardiac, burn, plastic surgery and pediatrics patients Insert and maintain IVsundefined
Timeline
Registered Nurse SICU/Trauma
Cambay healthcare, Loyola University Hospital
02.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse/ICU
West- Suburban Medical Center
10.2020 - 10.2020
Master of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Health System
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Pinnacle Hospital
08.2019 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse
Metro South Medical Center
10.2018 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse/MICU
Protouch Staffing Agency
02.2018 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse/Staff Nurse
Chicago Treatment & Counseling Center
06.2017 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse
Chicago VNA, Inc
08.2016 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse/ICU
Comprehensive Medical Staffing
02.2016 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse
EPIC Health Services/Pediatric Skilled Nursing
02.2016 - 04.2018
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Crystal Care Nursing Agency/ Jackson Park Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
Registered Nurse/ Staff Nurse
Warren Barr Pavilion
08.2003 - 08.2006
Registered Nurse PACU
The University of Chicago Hospitals
02.2003 - 10.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College
08.1998 - 12.2002
NIH Stroke Certification - undefined
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification - undefined
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - undefined
Vohar Wound Care Certification - undefined
Registered Nurse in Illinois - undefined
undefined
Associate of Applied Science -
Kennedy-King College
Similar Profiles
Cynthia John-OgamCynthia John-Ogam
Registered Nurse- Operating Room at Mount Sinai Health System: The Mount Sinai HospitalRegistered Nurse- Operating Room at Mount Sinai Health System: The Mount Sinai Hospital
Osvaldo MezaOsvaldo Meza
Revenue Cycle Reimbursement Analyst at Sinai Health System, Mount Sinai HospitalRevenue Cycle Reimbursement Analyst at Sinai Health System, Mount Sinai Hospital
Briseis MendezBriseis Mendez
Volunteer at Mount Sinai Health SystemVolunteer at Mount Sinai Health System
Unnati ChokhaniUnnati Chokhani
Occupational Therapist at Mount Sinai Health SystemOccupational Therapist at Mount Sinai Health System
Chamere GraysChamere Grays
Payroll Assistant at Select RehabilitationPayroll Assistant at Select Rehabilitation