Zachariah DeCarlo

Compassionate, driven, and adaptable registered nurse with nearly a year of experience in an acute orthopedic care setting, providing high-quality care to post-surgical, trauma, and medically complex patients in a fast-paced hospital environment. Skilled in patient assessment, pain-management, medication administration, wound care, mobility support, and prioritizing care in high-acuity situations. Recognized for strong critical thinking, calmness under pressure, and effective communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams. Passionate about transitioning into Emergency Department nursing to further develop skills in rapid assessment, emergency interventions, and delivering compassionate care during patients' most critical moments.

OSF Hospital, Rockford IL (Concepts and Practice of Adult Health Deviations- Medical Surgical Unit-96 Hours)

• Administered scheduled and PRN medications safely under RN supervision, including oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and IV routes.
• Performed IV insertions and monitored IV infusions, demonstrating proficiency in vascular access techniques and patient comfort measures.

Swedish American Hospital, Rockford IL  (Nursing Care of Infants and Children-Pediatric Unit-96 Hours)

• Performed head-to-toe assessments on infants, children, and adolescents, including vital signs, pain scales (FLACC, NIPS), and developmental screenings.
• Educated patients and caregivers on medication administration, post-discharge care, and disease management using age-appropriate language and visuals.

Javon Bea Hospital (Maternal-Newborn Nursing-Maternal-Newborn Unit-96 Hours)

• Provided postpartum care to newly-delivered mothers, including fundal assessments, vital signs, pain management, and incision care (C-section and vaginal births).
• Educated patients and families on postpartum recovery, newborn care, safe sleep practices, and warning signs requiring medical attention.

OSF Hospital, Rockford IL (Nursing Care of the Adult with Complex Health Deviations-Neurotrauma + Burn ICU/Emergency Department-192 Hours)

• Assisted in care of critically ill patients with traumatic brain injuries, strokes, spinal cord injuries, and post-neurological conditions.
• Performed EKGs, started IV lines, administered medications, and assisted with lab draws and specimen collection.
• Gained experience in electronic documentation, interdepartmental transfers, and rapid turnover in a high-volume ER.
• Assisted in rapid triage, stabilization, and treatment of patients with a wide range of acute medical and trauma-related conditions.

Community Health - (Community Health Nursing-96 Hours)care.

• Provided culturally competent care and education to underserved and vulnerable populations in community health centers, including low-income, elderly, and chronically ill clients.
• Gained insight into the impact of social determinants of health and access to care while advocating for patients facing systemic barriers.

• Nominated for Daisy Award in 2026
• Rockford Area Music Industry (RAMI) Hall-of-Fame Award for Best Male Vocalist (Won 5x)
• RAMI Hall-of-Fame Award for Best Band (Won 5x)
• What Rocks Rockford Award for Best Band
• Certificate of Nursing Scholarship Outstanding Novice Research Poster