Zoey Cavallo
Morton,IL
Summary
I am an organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients, specifically in critical care pediatrics. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
Peoria, IL
07.2023 - Current
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Patient Care Technician/Emergency Department Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
11.2020 - 07.2023
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Helping Hands Home Health Care
05.2018 - 09.2020
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Therapy Aide
Professional Therapy Services
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Restocked supplies and cleaned equipment between patients.
- Conducted therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques under the supervision of a physical therapist.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses, and progress notes in patient charts.
- Monitored vital signs before and after treatments to ensure safety of the patient.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to determine needs and support daily objectives.
- Maintained positive interaction with facilities and clients, enhancing client relations.
- Maintained clean and organized treatment areas and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Liberty Village of Pekin
12.2015 - 05.2018
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
Education
Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing - Nursing
Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
Peoria, IL05-2023
Illinois Central College -
Illinois Central College
05.2020
Skills
- Vaccine administration
- Discharge coordination
- IV management
- Administering immunizations
- Care plan development
- Family and patient support
- Documentation and charting
- Patient discharge
- Feeding pumps
- Emergency response
- Pediatric nursing
- Patient and family advocacy
- Feeding assistance
- G-tube care
- Taking vitals
- Patient monitoring
- Ventilator support
- Diabetes management
- Chart updating
- EMR systems
Certification
BLS (basic life support) certified
PALS (pediatric advanced life support) certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician/Emergency Department Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
11.2020 - 07.2023
Therapy Aide
Professional Therapy Services
08.2019 - 07.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Helping Hands Home Health Care
05.2018 - 09.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Liberty Village of Pekin
12.2015 - 05.2018
BLS (basic life support) certified
PALS (pediatric advanced life support) certified
Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing - Nursing
Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
Illinois Central College -
Illinois Central College
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