Casey Apato
Bolingbrook
Summary
Hardworking and Compassionate Nurse Practitioner with 1.5 years of experience conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting lab testing and prescribing treatments or medications to address diverse conditions. Passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to mitigate acute and chronic conditions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Prime Healthcare Group
07.2025 - Current
- Helped patients manage acute and chronic conditions
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Midwest Express Clinic
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Provide appropriate and friendly patient centered care to all seeking health related services in the Urgent Care setting.
- Provide leadership, appropriate tasks, and assistance during emergency situations
- Managed medical assessments, treatment plans, and follow-up visits within the clinic setting
- Performs appropriate medical procedures
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Registered Nurse
Edward-Elmhurst Health
02.2022 - 03.2024
- Delivered comprehensive care to critically ill patients across all age groups within a high-pressure Emergency Room environment
- Demonstrated strong communication skills by effectively conveying abnormal findings to physicians utilizing critical thinking abilities
- Executed evidence-based nursing care strategies to optimize health outcomes
Registered Nurse
Franciscan Alliance
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Played a key role in the contribution of developing a comprehensive care with Emergency Room Physicians and colleagues
- Provided through training to newly onboarded Registered Nurses, equipping them with the skills needed to succeed in their positions
Nursing Assistant
Rush University Medical Center
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided crucial patient care services including bathing, grooming, and assistance with feeding activities.
- Assessed patient health status by monitoring and documenting vital signs
- Effectively communicated changes in patient's condition to the Registered Nurse in a prompt manner.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Tinley Park, IL12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Concentration in Psychology
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05.2017
Skills
- Ace Wrap/Bracing of extremity
- Developmental Screening for Children
- Exam of Eye for Foreign Body
- Chronic Illness Management
- Diabetic Foot Care
- Immunization administration
- Electronic health records systems
- Physical assessments
- Ambulation services
- Clinical Breast Exam
- Diagnostic Interpretation
- Laceration Repair
- Contraceptive Management
- Newborn Exam
- Pap Smear
- Pelvic Exam
- Prostate/Rectal Exam
- STD Testing
- Suture Removal
- Wound Care/Management
- Swabs/Cultures
Licenses and Certifications
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
- Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation | 209.029315
- Expires May 2026
Registered Professional Nurse (RN)
- Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation | 041.490516
- Expires May 2026
Controlled Substance License (CSL)
- Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation | 309.022010
- Expires May 2026
DEA Certification
- MA9060877
- Expires June 2027
National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration | 6048809237
- Expires May 2026
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
- Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP-BC) | 2023210735
- Expires January 2029
Basic Life Support (BLS)
- American Heart Association
- Expires July 2026
Affiliations
ENA | Emergency Nurses Association | November 2020 - Present
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Prime Healthcare Group
07.2025 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Midwest Express Clinic
04.2024 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse
Edward-Elmhurst Health
02.2022 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
Franciscan Alliance
02.2020 - 02.2022
Nursing Assistant
Rush University Medical Center
12.2018 - 01.2020
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Arts - Concentration in Psychology
Saint Xavier University