Jacqueline Mendez Arocho
River Grove
Summary
Seasoned Nurse Consultant offering experience in providing medical care and reviewing cases. Critically assesses records and develops care summaries.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Consultant
Pavilion Healthcare
Chicago
07.2022 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify healthcare needs.
- Developed tailored care plans to address individual patient requirements.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
- Provided education and resources to patients and their families about health management.
- Reviewed clinical documentation for compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Facilitated training sessions for nursing staff on best practices in patient care.
- Analyzed patient data to improve service delivery and healthcare outcomes.
- Consulted with healthcare providers on policy implementation and procedural updates.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and quality of care.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care plan activities.
- Advised organizational leaders on strategies for improving the quality of nursing services provided by the organization.
- Developed, implemented and evaluated patient care plans to ensure best practices in nursing.
- Evaluated patients' conditions through physical examination, laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging results.
- Monitored compliance with regulations pertaining to professional nurse practice standards as well as state laws governing nursing practice.
- Analyzed medical data to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement of healthcare services.
- Maintained accurate records regarding assessment findings, treatment plans and progress notes for each individual case.
- Created a system for measuring performance indicators that would help determine areas where improvements could be made in providing better patient care.
- Provided training sessions on topics such as infection control procedures, safety protocols, documentation requirements.
- Assessed patient needs based upon evaluations conducted through interviews or observations.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
Staff Nurse
Bria health Services
Chicago
09.2017 - 06.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Assisted in coordinating patient admissions, discharges, and transfers effectively.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices in patient care.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
Education
Nursing
Rasmussen University
08.2025 - 08.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Malcolm College
Chicago, IL 12.2015 - 08.2025
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Health education
- Data analysis
- Emergency response
- Electronic health records
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- BLS CPR
- RAC-CT
- WOUND CARE
- IV therapy
- Restorative Certification
Timeline
Nursing
Rasmussen University
08.2025 - 08.2025
Nurse Consultant
Pavilion Healthcare
07.2022 - Current
Staff Nurse
Bria health Services
09.2017 - 06.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Malcolm College
12.2015 - 08.2025