Chelsie Cusimano
Machesney Park
Summary
Experienced Trauma Nurse with comprehensive background in critical care, emergency room procedures, and advanced life support protocols. Skilled in patient assessment, rapid response to trauma situations, and interdisciplinary coordination. Recognized for ability to provide compassionate patient care while maintaining composure during high-stress situations. Proven track record of contributing to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
LanceSoft (Resurrection Medical Center)
Chicago
02.2025 - Current
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and their families.
STAFF RN - LEVEL 1 TRAUMA/BURN CENTER
OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center
Rockford
10.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Experience in the emergency department of a Level 1 Trauma/Burn Center
- Provide care for patients in a busy Level 1 trauma, burn, cardiac and stroke center
- Triage patients, anticipate and initiate treatment within 15 minutes of arrival within standing order guidelines
- Assisted physicians with various medical procedure including ART line setup, chest tube insertion, central line placement, etc
- Maintain accurate patients records using EPIC, EMR
- Orienting new staff into department processes, flow and patient care techniques
- Experience in the emergency department of a Level 1 Trauma/Burn Center
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper nursing protocols for emergency room operations.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
Travel Registered Nurse
Amergis (West Suburban Medical Center)
Chicago
07.2024 - 02.2025
- provided necessary medical treatments to patients in a timely manner.
- Utilized Cerner EMR
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care for patients moving between units or healthcare facilities.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Administered medications, treatments, and vaccines as prescribed, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Monitored patient conditions to identify concerning changes and mitigate symptoms.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.
School Nurse
Harlem District 123
Machesney Park
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
- Attended professional development conferences related to pediatric nursing topics.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
- Administered and supervised administration of prescription medication to students.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
- Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
- Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
- Greeted and logged in students arriving at office.
- Applied sound decision-making process to school nursing practice.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Travel Registered Nurse
Aureus Medical (South Shore Hospital)
Chicago
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Function in an emergency nursing role with a rapid induction
- Maintained accurate patient records using Meditech, EMR
- Primarily responsible for managing, prioritizing and caring for patients in diverse populations and of varying acuity levels
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
RASMUSSEN UNIVERSITY
CC05.2021
Skills
- ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS, TNCC certified
- EMR Experience with Epic, Cerner and Meditech
- Patient record management
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Patient education
- Patient triage
- Patient advocacy
- Crisis management
- Triage assessment
- Clinical documentation
Certification
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
LanceSoft (Resurrection Medical Center)
02.2025 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Amergis (West Suburban Medical Center)
07.2024 - 02.2025
School Nurse
Harlem District 123
07.2023 - 12.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Aureus Medical (South Shore Hospital)
02.2023 - 07.2023
STAFF RN - LEVEL 1 TRAUMA/BURN CENTER
OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
Associates Degree - Nursing
RASMUSSEN UNIVERSITY