Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
COMMITTEE
Languages
Timeline
Generic

GARVI KOTHARI

Hanover Park,IL

Summary

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) candidate specializing in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care, with anticipated graduation in May 2026. Bringing seven years of extensive ICU experience with expertise in managing acute and chronic respiratory, metabolic, and cardiovascular complications. Recognized for delivering patient-centered care, collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and demonstrating advanced clinical skills, leadership, and commitment to patient safety.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Intensive Care Registered Nurse

UI Health
08.2021 - Current
  • Provided direct, individualized nursing care to patient’s based on the application of nursing protocols.
  • Established a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, spiritual support to patients, friends, and families.
  • Administered critical care interventions to stabilize patients in life-threatening conditions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and adjusted treatment protocols based on real-time assessments.
  • Mentored junior staff on best practices in intensive care procedures and protocols.
  • Utilized advanced monitoring technologies to ensure accurate data collection for clinical decision-making.
  • Served on a unit-based committee and implement educational projects.
  • Acted as a Resource Nurse, responding to Code Blue and RRT outside of ICU.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests and invasive procedures as needed while maintaining strict adherence to established safety guidelines.

Intensive Care Registered Nurse

Advocate Condell Medical Center
03.2019 - 04.2021
  • Enhanced teamwork among healthcare professionals through effective communication, collaboration, and coordination of patient care plans.
  • Administered critical care interventions for diverse patient populations in high-stress environments.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments for critically ill patients, developing individualized care plans to address their unique medical needs.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs and responded promptly to changes or abnormalities, maintaining patient stability and preventing complications.
  • Served on a unit-based committee and implement educational projects.
  • Educated patients and families on disease processes, treatments, and post-discharge care strategies.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
  • Utilized advanced medical equipment and technology for patient assessment and monitoring purposes.
  • Ensured compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards through meticulous documentation practices.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to identify potential issues or complications in a timely manner, taking appropriate action to mitigate risks.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.

Patient Care Technician

Rush University Medical Center
12.2017 - 02.2019
  • Provided care for up to 14 patients.
  • Performed EKG, bladder scan per nurse’s orders.
  • Documented I&O's and reported to Nurse.
  • Assisted in applying a Texas catheter, administering an enema, and obtaining blood glucose using a glucometer.
  • Precepted new employees during orientation.
  • Assisted in monitoring and documenting vital signs and patient status to ensure quality care.
  • Supported nursing staff by preparing equipment and maintaining cleanliness of patient care areas.

Patient Care Technician

Adventist Hinsdale Hospital
06.2018 - 01.2019
  • Provided care for up to 14 patients
  • Assisted in monitoring vital signs and patient status to ensure quality care.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate effective patient communication and care plans.
  • Assisted patients with ADLs
  • Documented patients’ vital signs, input and output, activities in Cerner/ Epic.
  • Performed EKG, bladder scan per nurse’s orders.
  • Assisted in monitoring I&O's, discontinuing IVs.
  • Applied a Texas catheter, assisted in administering an enema, and obtained blood glucose using a glucometer.
  • Precept new employees during orientation.
  • Supported nursing staff by preparing equipment and maintaining the cleanliness of patient care areas.

Patient Care Technician

AMITA Health, ABMC
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Provide care for up to 14 patients.
  • Measure vital signs daily and report abnormalities to Nurse.
  • Assist patients with ADLs such as ambulate, bath, change gowns, and order meals.
  • Accurately chart patients’ vital signs, input and output, activities in Cerner/ Epic.
  • Perform EKG, bladder scan per nurse’s orders.
  • Empty Foley, JP drain; discontinue IVs.
  • Apply Texas catheter, administer enema, obtain blood glucose using glucometer.
  • Precept new employees during orientation.

Education

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL
12.2018

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Procedure Assistance
  • HIPPA Compliant
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Computer Charting (Epic & Cerner)
  • Diagnostic Imaging Assessments
  • Multilingual- Fluent in English, Hindi, and Gujarati
  • Hemodynamics monitoring
  • ECG Interpretation

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with the wound team in developing the Pressure Injury Reduction protocol in the Medical ICU at UIH.
  • Acted as the Professional Development Council Chair to organize Nurses' Week and Certification Day.

Affiliations

  • American Association of Critical-Care Nurses| Member
  • April 2021- Present

Certification

  • Registered Professional Nurse; IDFPR
  • ACLS, BLS, PALS, and CCRN Certification
  • Exp. May 2026

COMMITTEE

  • Wound Champion, MICU | UI Health August 2021
  • Professional Development Council | A.N.E Council| UI Health January 2022- December 2024

Languages

English
Gujarati
Hindi

Timeline

Medical Intensive Care Registered Nurse

UI Health
08.2021 - Current

Intensive Care Registered Nurse

Advocate Condell Medical Center
03.2019 - 04.2021

Patient Care Technician

Adventist Hinsdale Hospital
06.2018 - 01.2019

Patient Care Technician

Rush University Medical Center
12.2017 - 02.2019

Patient Care Technician

AMITA Health, ABMC
08.2017 - 06.2018

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing

University of Illinois At Chicago

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain College of Nursing

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
GARVI KOTHARI