Professional Registered Nurse with strong background in medical telemetry. Skilled in patient assessment, monitoring, and emergency response. Known for collaborating effectively with healthcare teams and adapting to changing patient needs. Committed to delivering results through excellent clinical skills, patient care, and communication.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Advocate South Suburban Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Utilized strong critical thinking skills to quickly assess and respond to changes in patient conditions, preventing complications or further decline.
Maintained accurate electronic medical records, ensuring timely communication among healthcare team members and proper documentation of patient progress.
Administered prescribed medications and therapies safely, adhering to strict protocols for dosage calculation, drug interactions, and potential side effects.
Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and evidence-based nursing care to medical telemetry patients.
Contributed to a positive work environment through active participation in unit committees, staff meetings, and continuing education opportunities.
Managed complex caseloads effectively while prioritizing tasks based on urgency and acuity levels of patients'' needs.
Served as an advocate for patients'' rights by addressing their concerns regarding treatment plans effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
Developed therapeutic relationships with patients and families based on trust and empathy, ultimately improving patient satisfaction levels.
Supported patients'' emotional well-being by offering a listening ear and providing appropriate psychosocial interventions as needed.
Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, telemetry data, and overall health status.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
South Suburban Rehabilitation Center
04.2017 - 09.2023
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications according to best-practice guidelines and following strict safety protocols.
Maintained professional competence by attending continuing education courses, staying current on industry trends, and participating in peer review processes to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
Served as a reliable resource for nursing staff members seeking guidance or clarification on complex clinical issues or policy matters.
Licenced Practical Nurse
Alden Princeton
03.2015 - 05.2017
Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing wait times and increasing patient compliance.
Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Prairie Manor Rehabilitation
01.2013 - 03.2015
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.