Krystin Hancock
New Lenox
Summary
Passionate nurse in pursuit of a career to positively impact patient experience in the healthcare system, who values integrity and respect to establish trusting relationships and is known for remaining calm under pressure to skillfully handle high-stress situations with grace.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiation Oncology Nurse
UCM Radiation Oncology Silver Cross
New Lenox, IL
11.2022 - Current
- Provided empathetic patient-centered care, education, and guidance to high-risk patients, enhancing their understanding and support during cancer treatment.
- Advocated for patients by working closely with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team to address issues, remove barriers, and facilitate positive outcomes.
- Effectively triaged information, developed and coordinated care plans, and implemented quality interventions to ensure patient safety and comfort during radiation treatment.
- Served as an optimal resource to colleagues to address questions, overcome difficult situations, provide clinic and procedural assistance, and obtain intravascular access in a comprehensive cancer center.
Admission Discharge Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, IL
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Pioneered this role by piloting this position independently in a fast-paced surgical unit, developing quality standards and establishing a new department in a nationally ranked academic medical center.
- Demonstrated superior care coordination to ensure a seamless transition through the healthcare system and promote patient safety, quality improvement, and positive outcomes.
- Established an extensive knowledge base providing patient education in areas including surgical oncology, colorectal surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, plastic surgery, bariatric surgery, minimally invasive surgery, trauma, emergency general surgery, and general medicine.
Resource / Registry Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, IL
07.2014 - 01.2020
- Adapted quickly to provide exceptional inpatient nursing care in a fast-paced, frequently changing level 1 trauma center and 547-bed university teaching hospital.
- Maintained strong reputation among colleagues floating to various units, including burn center, bone marrow transplant, cardiology, emergency, general medicine, GI lab, heart-transplant, hematology, hepatology, intra-abdominal transplant, lung-transplant, neurology, observation, oncology, pediatric, postpartum, post-anesthesia recovery, surgical, step-down, trauma, urology, and intensive care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.
Cardiac Telemetry Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, IL
04.2012 - 07.2014
- Developed strong nursing and critical thinking skills to effectively treat patients and support healing during cardiac hospitalizations.
- Monitored telemetry data, administered treatments according to orders, and followed hospital protocols while ensuring optimal care for patients with complex and chronic conditions.
- Contributed to the future of nursing by precepting new nurses, sharing expertise in nursing practice and clinical protocols to enhance onboarding and knowledge retention.
- Obtained LVAD certification to monitor and assess critical patients, ensure timely identification of emergency situations, and implement prescribed treatment strategies during life threatening situations.
Skilled Care Facility Nurse
Embassy Care Center
Wilmington, IL
03.2011 - 04.2012
- Acted as a positive role model as charge nurse in a 150-bed skilled nursing facility overseeing complex medical, rehabilitation, behavioral, and dementia units.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient assessments and tailored care strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago05-2010
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Healthcare technology
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Efficient time management
- Creative problem solving
- Effective multitasking
- Collaborative teamwork
- Strong communication
- Empathetic emotional support
- Sound clinical judgment
- Highly adaptable
Affiliations
American Nurses Association
Nursing Network
Certification
Registered Professional Nurse of Illinois, No 041.389213
11/2010 - 5/2028
Timeline
Radiation Oncology Nurse
UCM Radiation Oncology Silver Cross
11.2022 - Current
Admission Discharge Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
01.2020 - 11.2022
Resource / Registry Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
07.2014 - 01.2020
Cardiac Telemetry Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
04.2012 - 07.2014
Skilled Care Facility Nurse
Embassy Care Center
03.2011 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Loyola University Chicago
Certifications
BLS, American Heart Association
Illinois mandated reporter