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Erica Sims

Oak Brook

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical-Tele Unit

UChicago Advent Health Glen Oaks Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.

Patient Care Technician

UChicago AdventHealth Glen Oaks Medical Center
12.2021 - 01.2022
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.

Education

Associate of Science - Professional Nursing

Rasmussen University
06.2021

Medical Assistant Certificate -

Northwestern Business College
09.2019

Skills

  • Patient Management
  • Medical Assessment
  • Chart Updating
  • ADL Assistance

Certification

  • RN Licensure 12/2022-Present
  • CPR/BLS Certified, 09/2019-Present
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support 01/2022-Present

Clinical Work Experience

Will County Health Department, 03/2021, 05/2021

Roles And Responsibilities

  • Completed head to toe data collection and client care needs
  • Monitored and recorded health information and client data including nutritional needs, nutrient content of tube feedings, fluid and food intake, and assessed weight history, medical risk factor and patient history
  • Promoted client and family education, health improvement, client safety, wellness and disease prevention
  • Observed birthing process and assisted in post-delivery care of mother and infant
  • Evaluated client's needs based on their mental health diagnosis
  • Assisted in client care including activities of daily living and community based activities
  • Documented outcomes, interventions, and analyzed treatment plans for each client
  • Administered COVID-19 Vaccines
  • Provides ongoing medical support of clients to the nursing staff
  • Observed and monitored patients vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, respirations and daily weights
  • Executed daily personal hygiene tasks per client, including room tidying, daily baths, and changing linens
  • Assists in calming and/or reorienting client in case of agitation or confusion
  • Guarantee that clients are not in danger of harming themselves or others
  • Removes visible hazards and/or broken equipment from immediate environment and reports as appropriate.

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical-Tele Unit

UChicago Advent Health Glen Oaks Medical Center
01.2022 - Current

Patient Care Technician

UChicago AdventHealth Glen Oaks Medical Center
12.2021 - 01.2022

Associate of Science - Professional Nursing

Rasmussen University

Medical Assistant Certificate -

Northwestern Business College
  • RN Licensure 12/2022-Present
  • CPR/BLS Certified, 09/2019-Present
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support 01/2022-Present
Erica Sims