Caitlyn Fox
Sherman,IL
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with 13 years of professional nursing experience in numerous nursing roles, consistently achieving positive patient outcomes and enhancing care delivery. Recognized for effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and adaptability to evolving healthcare environments. Expertise in advanced clinical assessments and patient-centered care. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Springfield Clinic
10.2023 - Current
- Provided education for patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventative measures.
- Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practice and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Led in-service training sessions for 10+ clinical staff, promoting best practices in advanced practice nursing care delivery.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on allergies, asthma, immunodeficiency disorders, and other diseases.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing electronic health records systems for accurate documentation and data-driven decision making.
- Streamlined communication between patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through the development and implementation of individualized care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, identifying critical health issues and initiating appropriate interventions.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Midwest Allergy Sinus & Asthma, SC
06.2019 - 08.2023
- Provided education for patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventative measures.
- Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practice and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Led in-service training sessions for nursing staff, promoting best practices in advanced practice nursing care delivery.
- Served as Sub-Investigator on multiple research studies following rigorous study protocols and policies requiring complex written and oral reports
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, identifying critical health issues and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
Registered Nurse, Medical ICU
Springfield Memorial Hospital
05.2012 - 02.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care, closely monitoring vital signs, and administering medications as prescribed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for critically ill patients in the medical ICU.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Expedited discharge planning process by liaising with case managers, social workers, and other relevant parties to secure appropriate follow-up care for patients upon leaving the ICU.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, imparting clinical knowledge and fostering professional growth through hands-on training and mentorship.
- Managed complex IV infusion therapies for critically ill patients requiring precise titration of medications or continuous monitoring throughout treatment course.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as intubation or central line insertion, ensuring optimal patient comfort while minimizing risk of complications.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives by reviewing ICU policies and procedures, conducting audits, and identifying areas for improvement.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Springfield Clinic
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided education for patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventative measures.
- Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practice and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive diagnostic plans, ensuring timely identification of medical conditions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing electronic health records systems for accurate documentation and data-driven decision making.
- Managed complex caseloads, providing comprehensive nursing care to patients with diverse health needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, identifying critical health issues and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Springfield Clinic
02.2013 - 03.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Nurse Technician
St. John Hospital
07.2010 - 05.2012
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths, and performing dress changes for patients.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support to patients during daily activities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Maintained stringent hygiene standards of unit with disinfection and consistent restock of all equipment.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St. Louis, MO12-2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. John's College
Springfield, IL05-2012
Associate of Arts -
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL05-2010
Skills
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- Preventive care
- Policy advocacy
- Collaborative health research utilization
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Chronic disease management
- Protocol compliance
- Exemplary communication
Accomplishments
- Rank in the top 1% nationally in patient experience via patient feedback in Press Ganey surveys
- Collaborated with research teams as Sub-Investigator for multiple research studies following rigorous protocols and policies with formulation of complex written and oral reports to review findings
Certification
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Certified Nurse Practitioner - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- Registered Nurse - Illinois
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Illinois Driver's License
Languages
English
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Springfield Clinic
10.2023 - Current
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Midwest Allergy Sinus & Asthma, SC
06.2019 - 08.2023
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Springfield Clinic
03.2018 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse
Springfield Clinic
02.2013 - 03.2018
Registered Nurse, Medical ICU
Springfield Memorial Hospital
05.2012 - 02.2023
Nurse Technician
St. John Hospital
07.2010 - 05.2012
Master of Science - Nursing
Maryville University of Saint Louis
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. John's College
Associate of Arts -
Lincoln Land Community College
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