Responsible high-performing RN with 6+years experience in various acute care settings providing Nursing care to diverse populations. Currently looking for a challenging RN position in a facility that diagnosis and manages both common and complex medical conditions in patients of all ages.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Amergis (Maxim Healthcare)
12.2023 - Current
School/Building RN for Elementary School, Middle School, Highschool and post- highschool education for general education as well as special needs students who are medically complex and/or fragile.
Registered Nurse
Private Duty for Father-N-Law
10.2018 - 12.2022
Care of bedbound Future Father-in-law
Have the skill and ability to assist Physician with bedside procedures in accordance with Hospital policy and procedure.
Responsible for evaluating diagnostic tests and alerting the physician to any abnormal results.
Monitoring specialized equipment and interpreting electronic displays, such as respirators, ventilators, and oxygen pumps etc…
Responding to life-threatening situations based upon standing protocols.
Trach care, suctioning (always using sterile procedure method when doing so), cannula changes, dressing changes and overall Trach maintenance.
Skilled in venipuncture as well as IV insertion and maintenance of IV site.
Consistently Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation and forwarding The information to the physician to maintain patient safety, accuracy and efficiency.
Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Documented patient notes accurately and efficiently and sent them to The patient's physician daily.
Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
G-tube care and maintenance and management (the patient received medications as well as nourishment/Nutrition through G-tube).
Colostomy care, maintenance and management.
Hoyer lift assisted transfers.
Registered Nurse
Norwegian American Hospital
06.2018 - 10.2018
Have the skill and ability to assist Physician with bedside procedures in accordance with Hospital policy and procedure.
Responsible for ordering and evaluating diagnostic tests, monitoring specialized equipment and interpreting electronic displays, such as cardiac monitors, respirators, ventilators, manometers and oxygen pumps, as well as responding to life-threatening situations based upon standing protocols.
Facilitate patient and family education/management of patient condition/injury as well as detailed instructions regarding medications and rehabilitation prior to discharge.
Skilled in venipuncture as well as IV insertion and maintenance of IV site.
Consistently Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation via EMR and other forms of documentation to maintain patient and Facility safety, accuracy and efficiency.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Stay-at-home Mom
02.2016 - 06.2018
Opportunity to be at home with my Son (who was 2 years old in 2016) until he was in school full time.
Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2016
Provides planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention and Evaluation.
Develops nursing care plan in coordination with patient, family and interdisciplinary staff as necessary.
Experienced in Physician-directed bedside procedures in accordance with Hospital policy and procedure.
Responsible for ordering and evaluating diagnostic tests, monitoring specialized equipment and interpreting electronic displays, such as cardiac monitors, respirators, ventilators, manometers and oxygen pumps, as well as responding to life-threatening situations based upon standing protocols.
Facilitate patient and family education/management of patient condition/injury as well as detailed instructions regarding medications and rehabilitation prior to discharge.
Skilled in venipuncture/IV insertion and maintenance of IV site and is experienced with blood chemistry/culture collection and interpretation.
Also possess a working knowledge of equipment required to administer IV fluids, blood products and various medications.
Possesses the skill and Instinct necessary to evaluate, recognize and interpret changes in patient condition(s) and takes appropriate action.
Home Health Nurse/Case-Manager
Adventist Healthcare at Home, LaGrange Hospital
05.2014 - 02.2015
Responsible for making the initial evaluation visit as applicable and reevaluating each patient's Nursing needs on a regular basis.
Provides Nursing services, treatments and diagnostic procedures requiring specialized skills and assumes full responsibility for each patient.
Developing and implementing the treatment plan for each patient under the direction of the Physician.
Observing and Reporting symptoms and reaction(s) to treatments, medications, procedures and/or changes in the patient's physical, mental or emotional condition.
Initiating preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate for the patient's care and safety and assisting the Nurse-Administrator and Home Care program Manager in decision-making and policy formats as it pertains to the Home Care Program.
Registered Nurse
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC)
09.2012 - 02.2014
Responsible for complete nursing care of patients, primarily with complicated spinal cord injuries.
Well trained, focused and driven in high impact, very fast-paced job environment.
Exceptional multi-tasking and self/time management skills.
Currently holds ACLS and Ventilator certifications.
Well trained and Proficient in Artificial Airway Management and Care.
Dual role: (ROC-STAT Team-Member) Responsible for responding to Medical Emergencies throughout RIC.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.