Julie Hawkins
Du Quoin
Summary
Developed critical thinking and patient care skills in high-pressure healthcare environment, looking to transition into new field. Proficient in assessing patient needs and implementing care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Capable of adapting to new challenges and contributing valuable expertise to diverse professional settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Marshall Browning Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
SIH
07.2021 - Current
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to DKA patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Illinois Healthcare - Carbondale Hospital
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Measured and recorded patients' vital signs , including temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
- Worked under registered nurses to care for as many as two patients each shift, including those with critical conditions.
- Reported health status concerns to senior nursing staff and clinicians for review.
- Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on ICU floor.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Helped patients feel comfortable by adjusting positions and engaging in casual conversation.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Duquoin Nursing And Rehab
10.2017 - 07.2021
- Oversaw daily rounds to assess patient conditions and distribute medications to patients.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
- Delivered basic patient care and treatments, including taking temperature or blood pressure, dressing wounds, treating bedsores and catheterizations.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Provided wound care and dressing changes routinely.
Licensed Practical Nurse
SIH Brain And Spine Institute
08.2016 - 02.2021
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures.
- Fostered improvement in all operational facets, including staff development, personnel training and standards of patient care.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Patient Care Technician
Southern Illinois Healthcare
06.2014 - 11.2016
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team efficiency.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living under guidance of a RN.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to a RN.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
DuQuoin Nursing And Rehab
01.2011 - 06.2014
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL05.2021
Associate of Science -
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL2016
High School Diploma -
Du Quoin High School
Du Quoin05.2006
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Preventative health
- Emergency care
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- ADL assistance
- Chronic disease management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Diabetes management
- Intake and discharge
- EMR systems
- Medication distribution
- Critical care
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Licensed RN
- Care plan development
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient education and counseling
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Marshall Browning Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
SIH
07.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Illinois Healthcare - Carbondale Hospital
02.2021 - 07.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Duquoin Nursing And Rehab
10.2017 - 07.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
SIH Brain And Spine Institute
08.2016 - 02.2021
Patient Care Technician
Southern Illinois Healthcare
06.2014 - 11.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
DuQuoin Nursing And Rehab
01.2011 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
John A Logan College
Associate of Science -
John A Logan College
High School Diploma -
Du Quoin High School
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