VETA G. KELLEY, BSN RN
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in trauma-informed care for children and adolescents in behavioral health. Conducts comprehensive assessments and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to enhance crisis intervention and support individualized treatment plans, leading to improved patient outcomes. Dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in trauma-informed care for children and adolescents in behavioral health settings. Leverages strong clinical judgment in crisis intervention and collaborates with diverse teams to conduct thorough assessments, resulting in tailored treatment plans that significantly improve patient well-being.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Maryville Academy, St. Catherine of Siena Program
Chicago, IL
12.2024 - Current
- Provide trauma-informed nursing care to children and adolescents in a residential behavioral-health setting.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, monitor vital signs, evaluate symptoms, and document findings in EHR systems.
- Administer medications safely and maintain accurate MARs in compliance with DCFS and HIPAA standards.
- Respond to medical and behavioral emergencies using strong clinical judgment and crisis-intervention skills.
- Collaborate with therapists, case managers, residential staff, and physicians to support individualized treatment plans.
- Coordinate medical appointments, immunizations, diagnostic testing, and follow-up care.
- Provide health education on hygiene, nutrition, emotional regulation, and medication adherence.
- Promote infection control, environmental safety, and supportive therapeutic communication.
Certified Medical Assistant
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, IL
01.1997 - 11.2024
- Clinical Support & Patient Care
- Prepared patients for examinations; collected vitals, pain scores, and clinical data.
- Performed diagnostic testing including Accu-Check, A1c, on-site lab tests, and diabetic retinopathy screening using AI-enabled equipment.
- Obtained and processed specimens for diagnostic testing.
- Assisted in minor surgeries and procedures; maintained sterile supplies and prepared procedure rooms.
- Provided patient education on treatment plans, nutrition, medication administration, and health maintenance.
- Transported or accompanied patients as directed.
- Care Coordination & Workflow Optimization
- Surgical Coordinator for Colorectal Surgery: managed diagnostics, pre-op visits, procedures, and post-op care.
- Scheduled appointments, triaged urgent patient needs, and supported front-desk operations.
- Managed ~50 incoming faxes daily including referrals, lab results, and diagnostic reports.
- Obtained referrals and pre-certifications for procedures.
- Registered patients, activated accounts, requisitioned charts/studies, and ensured accurate demographic and insurance verification.
- Technical & Administrative Expertise
- Updated and maintained electronic health records (EHR) to enhance clinic efficiency.
- Uploaded glucose monitoring data, insulin pump data, and assisted patients with sensor troubleshooting.
- Performed and documented quality-control testing on clinical equipment.
- Responded to patient inquiries in person and by phone; routed information appropriately to clinical staff.
- Followed HIPAA and UI CARE standards to ensure patient privacy and high-quality care.
- Teamwork & Communication
- Collaborated effectively with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary staff.
- Provided excellent customer service and resolved patient concerns at the front desk.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Nursing
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
Chicago, IL09-2024
Skills
- Trauma-informed care
- Medication administration
- EHR documentation
- Crisis intervention
- Comprehensive assessment
- Patient education
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Health education
- Clinical documentation
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Direct nursing care
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN), Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA), Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) AHA
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Maryville Academy, St. Catherine of Siena Program
12.2024 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
University of Illinois at Chicago
01.1997 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Nursing
Chamberlain University College of Nursing