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
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LTAC Floor Nurse
SnapNurse
Oak Lawn, IL
01.2022 - Current
Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on floor.
Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
MDS Nurse & Coordinator
Alton Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation And Therapy
Alton, IL
09.2018 - 01.2022
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
MDS Coordinator
Delmar Gardens North
FLORISSANT, Missouri
04.2015 - 09.2018
Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
Led weekly utilization review to go over recent clinical activities.
Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines.
Medicare Charge Nurse
Delmar Gardens North
FLORISSANT, Missouri
06.2010 - 04.2015
Prepared, administered and recorded prescribed medications and reported adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with policy.
Consulted and coordinated with health care team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lewis & Clark College
Godfrey, IL
12.2021
Certification - LPN
Applied Tech
St. Louis, MO
03.2010
Skills
Acute care expertise
Insulin medication assistance
Chronic disease management
Trauma recovery
Strong clinical judgment
Medication Administration
Intravenous therapy
Oxygen saturation standards
Timeline
LTAC Floor Nurse
SnapNurse
01.2022 - Current
MDS Nurse & Coordinator
Alton Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation And Therapy