Jennifer Meru
Hoffman Estates
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN - Weekend On Call
JourneyCare Hospice
07.2024 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
RN Cardiology
Ascension St Alexius Medical Center
11.2023 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
RN Skilled Rehab
Friendship Village of Schaumburg
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
RN Case Manager
Exelcare Home Health
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
RN Case Manager Home Health
Astra Home Health
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Provider Preferred
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Expedited wound healing using advanced wound care techniques such as negative pressure therapy or hydrocolloid dressings when appropriate.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines governing home healthcare practice through meticulous attention to detail in documentation processes and quality assurance measures.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing personalized care plans and coordinating interdisciplinary team collaboration.
- Promoted a safe living environment for patients by conducting thorough home safety evaluations and recommending necessary modifications or equipment upgrades.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings regularly to discuss complex cases, share best practices, and develop collaborative solutions for challenging patient situations.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care, addressing concerns, and advocating for their needs.
Medical-Surgical RN
Ascension Alexian Brothers Medical Center
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds, contributing valuable insights from a nursing perspective to improve overall patient management strategies.
- Educated patients on disease processes, treatment options, self-care techniques, and medications to promote informed decisionmaking.
- Managed complex medication regimens for multiple patients simultaneously while ensuring accuracy in administration and timely delivery of prescribed treatments.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sterile technique during wound dressings and invasive procedures.
- Recognized early warning signs of deteriorating patient conditions, initiating rapid response measures to prevent further complications or emergencies.
- Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations, fostering their growth and development as future healthcare professionals.
CNA / Assisted Living
Brookdale of Hoffman Estates
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
Medical Representative
Bayer Pharmaceuticals
03.2001 - 06.2015
- Analyzed market to identify new opportunities and strengthen relationships with hospitals, medical centers and primary provider physicians.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire sales process, fostering loyalty among clients and repeat business opportunities.
- Established strong relationships with healthcare professionals, resulting in increased trust and credibility for the organization.
- Demonstrated comprehensive product expertise during sales calls, addressing client questions with confidence and authority.
- Leveraged strong communication skills to present complex medical information in an easily digestible manner for diverse audiences.
- Regularly exceeded sales targets by establishing rapport with new clients while maintaining long-lasting relationships with existing ones.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN12-2025
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Compassion and Empathy
- Geriatric Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Precepting
- HIPAA Education
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
Basic Cardiac Rhythms 2023
2024 Saint Alexius Sepsis and Predictable Cardiac Arrest
Ascension Nurse Preceptor Workshop 2024
Timeline
RN - Weekend On Call
JourneyCare Hospice
07.2024 - Current
RN Cardiology
Ascension St Alexius Medical Center
11.2023 - Current
RN Skilled Rehab
Friendship Village of Schaumburg
04.2023 - 11.2023
RN Case Manager
Exelcare Home Health
11.2022 - 06.2023
RN Case Manager Home Health
Astra Home Health
07.2022 - 04.2023
Home Health RN Case Manager
Provider Preferred
04.2022 - 04.2023
Medical-Surgical RN
Ascension Alexian Brothers Medical Center
04.2022 - 12.2022
CNA / Assisted Living
Brookdale of Hoffman Estates
11.2021 - 04.2022
Medical Representative
Bayer Pharmaceuticals
03.2001 - 06.2015
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
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