Veronica Salgado, BSN, RN
Chicago
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 10 years of healthcare experience within Rush University Medical Center, specializing in patient coordination, specialty pharmacy, transitions of care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Strong clinical foundation with experience caring for medically complex patients in acute care and oncology settings. Skilled in patient assessment, communication, medication safety, patient education, and prioritizing care in fast-paced healthcare environments. Dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting positive patient outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Transition of Care Specialist / Patient Access Coordinator
Rush University Medical Center
11.2014 - Current
- Coordinate care for patients receiving specialty and biologic medications
- Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and insurance providers to ensure continuity of care and positive patient outcomes
- Assist patients with medication access, prior authorizations, financial assistance, and treatment adherence
- Educate patients regarding medications, side effects, and follow-up care plans
- Support safe patient transitions from inpatient to outpatient settings
- Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Demonstrate strong communication, problem-solving, and patient advocacy skills while managing complex patient situations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Lewis University
Oak Brook, IL12-2025
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring
- Medication Administration & Safety
- Care Coordination
- Infection Prevention & Isolation Precautions
- Fall Prevention & Patient Safety
- Therapeutic Communication
- Proficient in Electronic Medical Records (EPIC)
- Time Management & Prioritization
- HIPAA compliance
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient & Family Education
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Active listening skills
- Medical terminology
- Data entry proficiency
- Care planning
- BLS CPR Certified
- Insurance verification and authorizations
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Illinois
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
Timeline
Transition of Care Specialist / Patient Access Coordinator
Rush University Medical Center
11.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Lewis University
Additional Qualifications
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Strong communication and patient advocacy skills
- Ability to work effectively in fast-paced healthcare environments
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
- Passionate about compassionate, patient-centered care