Jaslyn Szeliga
Chicago
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in pre- and post-operative care, case management, and inpatient hospice settings. Expertise in patient assessment, education, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration enhances the delivery of high-quality care. Recognized for exceptional interpersonal skills and critical thinking abilities, effectively managing urgent situations in fast-paced clinical environments. Proficient in triaging patient concerns, implementing nursing interventions, and upholding patient confidentiality while ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and hospital policies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Unit RN
JourneyCare Hospice
01.2025 - Current
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to established protocols and guidelines.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and subcutaneous injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline processes.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
RN Case Manager
Moments Hospice
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans, ensuring patient needs were met throughout hospice services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess patient conditions and develop tailored healthcare strategies.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans based on clinical assessments and feedback.
- Educated families on hospice services, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding care options.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to enhance care continuity.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency within case management processes.
- Trained and mentored new staff members on best practices in hospice nursing and case management protocols.
- Implemented electronic health record systems to streamline documentation and improve data accuracy in patient records.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
Pre/Post-Operative Clinical Nurse
Rush Surgicenter
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Monitored patient vitals post-anesthesia, ensuring timely interventions and optimal recovery.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, significantly improving recovery outcomes and satisfaction levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' conditions, identifying potential complications for early intervention.
- Streamlined discharge processes by coordinating with healthcare providers, reducing wait times for patients transitioning from recovery.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care.
Pre/Post-Operative Clinical Nurse
Ashton Center for Day Surgery
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Developed personalized care plans based on patient needs and surgical outcomes, enhancing tailored recovery processes.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions, fostering supportive healing environment.
- Monitored patient recovery post-anesthesia, ensuring stability and comfort.
- Administered medications and IV fluids according to physician orders and protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Conducted thorough assessments, identifying potential complications early for intervention.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, minimizing risks of adverse events in post-operative care unit.
- Managed multiple high-acuity cases simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications to support patient stabilization, facilitating smoother transitions to recovery.
- Facilitated patient comfort and reassurance during recovery, strengthening trust and satisfaction with hospital services.
Staff Nurse
Alden Estates of Barrington
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Comprehensive patient assessment, care planning, and medication management for up to 20 residents with diverse needs.
- Performed wound care, tracheostomy and ventilator care, managed PEG/G/J-tubes, chest tubes, foley catheter care and ostomy care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to meet patients’ needs and advocate for their wellbeing.
- Ensured residents have personalized and relevant care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with care standards.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes, facilitating timely interventions and enhancing patient outcomes.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in patient care, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
Education
Associate's Degree - Nursing
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL09-2026
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Triage
- Orthopedic & Surgical Care
- Patient & Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Emergency Response & Critical Thinking
- EMR Documentation & Compliance
- OSHA & Safety Standards
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Research utilization
- Nursing informatics
Accomplishments
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
Certification
- Registered Professional Nurse – License No. 041.4788633 (Expires 2026-05-31)
- CPR/AED Certification – National CPR Foundation
- Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) Certification (Expires 2026-02-28)
Languages
English
Timeline
Inpatient Unit RN
JourneyCare Hospice
01.2025 - Current
RN Case Manager
Moments Hospice
08.2023 - 01.2025
Pre/Post-Operative Clinical Nurse
Rush Surgicenter
12.2021 - 08.2023
Pre/Post-Operative Clinical Nurse
Ashton Center for Day Surgery
01.2020 - 12.2021
Staff Nurse
Alden Estates of Barrington
02.2019 - 03.2020
Associate's Degree - Nursing
Elgin Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Illinois At Chicago