Wilma Stewart
Chicago Heights,IL
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 5+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to 30 patients. Knowledgeable about HIPPA requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Elizabeth Luderman Center
Park Forest, IL
10.2021 - 05.2024
- Administered prescribed medications, and ensured that medications were swallowed; documented on the Medication Administration Record that medications were administered in accordance with facility policy. Implemented physician orders; completed nursing assessments and monitored injuries and illnesses of clients living in each unit. Supervision of Agency Staff.
Registered Nurse Trainer
Help At Home Inc.
Glenwood, IL
12.2018 - 04.2024
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided Medication Administration Training for all staff members who are employed in Residential (CILA) and Independent Living Programs as required.
- Available On Call basis for Medication Administration and health consolation for DSPs and other On Call staff.
- Ensured all medication orders are promptly and accurately communicated to pharmacies, to sites, and staff who are administering medications.
- Completed weekly MAR checks.
- Communicated regularly with Service Coordinator/QIDP regarding individuals on their caseload.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Hospice Case Manager
Advanced Clinical
Chicago, IL
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Provided ongoing counseling to help patients deal with conditions and processes
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Provided skilled nursing care.
- Provided case management services.
- Traveled to patients wherever they reside: Home, Nursing facility etc.
- Manage patient's case and make suggestions regarding expectations during end-of-life process and responsible for overall coordination of patient's care.
- Team player with excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and multi-tasking skills.
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments
Agency Registered Nurse
ATC Healthcare Services
Palos Hills, IL
11.2015 - Current
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed needs of chronically ill and acute patients with well-coordinated treatment strategies.
- Counseled patients and families on treatments and care options, including discharge and home care instructions.
- Cared for patients in 60-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
- Administered medications to 30 patients and monitored response to medications
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Oversaw health services for school of [Number] students and faculty.
Registered Nurse
Beecher Manor
Beecher, IL
05.2018 - 05.2018
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Cared for patients in 30]-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Managed care from admission to discharge
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager/CNA( 2015)
Bright Star
Orland Park, IL
12.2015 - 01.2018
- Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Cared for patients in 18-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Heartland Hospice
Frankfort, IL
03.2017 - 05.2020
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Hospital
Chicago, United States
09.2016 - 03.2017
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Florida Career College
Jacksonville FL12.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advanced Technical Training Center
Oak Forest, IL06.1988
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Intravenous Therapy
- Feeding Assistance
- Triaging
- Patient Check-Ins
- Chronic Disease Management
- Preventative Health
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Personal Care Needs
- HIPAA education
- Patient and family advocacy
- Administering immunizations
- Vaccine administration
- Tracheostomy Care
- Ventilator Monitoring
- Physical Assessment
- Gastrostomy Care
- Seizure Management
- Oxygen Administration
- Passive Range of Motion
- Nebulizer Treatments
- Pressure Ulcer Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Elizabeth Luderman Center
10.2021 - 05.2024
Hospice Case Manager
Advanced Clinical
05.2021 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse Trainer
Help At Home Inc.
12.2018 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Beecher Manor
05.2018 - 05.2018
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Heartland Hospice
03.2017 - 05.2020
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Hospital
09.2016 - 03.2017
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager/CNA( 2015)
Bright Star
12.2015 - 01.2018
Agency Registered Nurse
ATC Healthcare Services
11.2015 - Current
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Florida Career College
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advanced Technical Training Center