Autumn Kiger
840 W Blackhawk St. 602 Chicago
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with experience in spinal cord injury care. Skilled in patient assessment, care plan development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Passionate about driving quality improvement and advocating for patient rights to ensure optimal health management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Spinal Cord Injury
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
Chicago, IL
09.2023 - Current
- Performed individualized and age-specific nursing assessment of assigned patients using advanced assessment skills and other medical data to formulate nursing diagnoses.
- Developed individualized care plans and provides and coordinates comprehensive nursing care.
- Instructed patients and significant others in care provided, disease and/or illness, expected outcomes and home care.
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatments and protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline workflow processes.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting self-care practices and preventive measures.
- Monitored vital signs and symptoms, promptly reporting changes to medical staff for timely interventions.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced compliance with safety standards and best practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Implemented electronic health record systems, increasing documentation accuracy and improving access to patient information.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Senior Nurse Intern
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
Chicago, IL
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Monitored compliance with health regulations, ensuring adherence to safety standards within the facility.
- Administered medications under supervision, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Educated patients on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted nursing staff in patient care and documentation processes.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met in a timely manner.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and active listening.
Physical Therapy Aide
Professional Therapy Services
Peoria, IL
09.2019 - 08.2023
- Assisted therapists in implementing treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments to enhance clinic efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Supported patients during exercises, promoting correct techniques and encouraging adherence to therapy protocols.
- Educated patients about therapeutic exercises and equipment usage, fostering independence in recovery processes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to track patient progress and adjust care strategies as needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedarhurst Senior Living
Edwardsville, IL
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of resident care and progress in compliance with regulations.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance residents' quality of life.
- Trained new staff on best practices for resident care and safety procedures.
- Adapted care techniques based on individual resident needs, promoting autonomy and dignity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Methodist College
Peoria, IL07-2023
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL12-2019
High School Diploma -
Deer Creek Mackinaw
Mackinaw, IL05-2015
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL12-2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Acute and chronic wound care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider- American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider- American Heart Association
- RN Ventilator Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Spinal Cord Injury
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
09.2023 - Current
Senior Nurse Intern
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
09.2023 - 11.2023
Physical Therapy Aide
Professional Therapy Services
09.2019 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedarhurst Senior Living
08.2016 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Methodist College
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
High School Diploma -
Deer Creek Mackinaw
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Illinois Central College