THANIA VEGA
Chicago,IL
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.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
Chicago, IL
02.2025 - Current
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
University of Chicago Medical Center
Chicago, IL
08.2022 - 01.2025
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Patient Care Tech
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
Chicago, IL
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Worked under the supervision of a registered nurse to provide safe and efficient patient care to an average of 9 patients a shift.
- Responsibilities included taking vital signs, blood glucose, bladder scans, PIV removals, and assisted with activities of daily living.
Patient Care Tech
Northshore University Health
Evanston, IL
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Worked under the supervision of a registered nurse to provide safe and efficient patient care to an average of 10 patients a shift.
- Responsibilities included taking vital signs, blood glucose, bladder scans, PIV removals, and assisted with activities of daily living.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
Sales Associate/Manager
Victoria's Secret
Chicago, IL
09.2011 - 07.2020
- Monitored daily performance of team members and provided feedback.
- Assisted with planning special events at the store like holiday celebrations or promotional days.
- Performed customer service duties such as greeting customers, answering questions, and resolving complaints.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL12-2026
Associates in Nursing -
Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL05.2022
Associates in Arts -
Richard J. Daley College
Chicago, IL12.2018
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Critical thinking
Unit Involvement
University of Chicago Medical Center-
2023 Skin Prevalence day/Skin champion
2023 Completed and presented EBP project for unit
2023 Preceptor
Certification
- American Heart Association- BLS provider
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
University of Chicago Medical Center
08.2022 - 01.2025
Patient Care Tech
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
07.2021 - 07.2022
Patient Care Tech
Northshore University Health
07.2020 - 02.2022
Sales Associate/Manager
Victoria's Secret
09.2011 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Illinois At Chicago
Associates in Nursing -
Malcolm X College
Associates in Arts -
Richard J. Daley College
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