Deborah Pomering
UW Northern Illinois
Roscoe
1
Certification
38
years of professional experience
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in clinical judgment, patient education, and EMR/EHR documentation. Provides safe, direct care while supporting infection control and adapting to dynamic patient needs. Experience includes charge nurse responsibilities in Mother Baby, float pool, and Emergency departments, along with teaching the Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) quarterly. Certified in Trauma Nursing and Emergency Care..
Work History
Registered Nurse
38 Years- Assessed symptoms, documented findings, and updated electronic health records accurately.
- Administered medications and treatments while monitoring patient responses and safety.
- Coordinated care plans with providers, ensuring timely follow-up and continuity of care.
- Conducted patient triage and prioritized care needs for urgent and routine clinical visits.
- Educated patients on medications, self-care, and preventive health practices.
- Supported infection control procedures and maintained compliance with clinical standards.
- Responded to acute changes in patient condition and initiated appropriate nursing interventions.
- Mentored staff on workflow practices, documentation accuracy, and patient-centered communication.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- 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.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to the unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication management
Direct patient care
Patient evaluations
Record keeping
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Clinical care
Infection control measures
IV setup
Intravenous therapy
Patient observation
Physical assessments
Patient evaluation
Telemetry monitoring
Family support
Licensed RN
ACLS certification
Vital signs monitoring
Critical care
Team collaboration
Medication distribution
Tracheostomy care
Precepting
Discharge planning
EMR systems
Catheter management
Intake and discharge
Emergency management
Privacy maintenance
Immunization techniques
Insulin medication assistance
EMR / EHR
Independent decision-making
Procedure preparations
Activities of daily living
Staff supervision
Chest pain management
Crisis management
HIPAA education
Crisis intervention
Cardiac care
Acute care expertise
Case management
Oxygen monitoring
Mobility assistance
Seizure management
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Certified Emergency nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UW Northern Illinois
10.1988 - CurrentRead More
Western Governors University
Master of Science from Nursing Education
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Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing Education
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Rock Valley College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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