Laura Bachman
Peoria
Summary
Compassionate pediatric nurse with expertise in patient assessment and care coordination at OSF St. Francis Medical Center. Demonstrated proficiency in medication administration and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Utilized critical thinking to improve patient recovery and education, providing essential support to families during difficult times. Dedicated to delivering high-quality care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatrics Acute Registered Nurse
OSF St. Francis Medical Center
Peoria
08.2023 - Current
- Provided comprehensive care for diverse patient populations in a 36-bed pediatric acute care unit.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Monitored vital signs, initiated blood sampling, and performed transfusions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Advocated for patients while delivering education to families about treatment options.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained electronic medical records, generating reports for team evaluations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Pediatric Intermediate Student Nurse Extern
OSF St. Francis Medical Center
Peoria
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Executed patient care tasks including monitoring vital signs, educating patients, removing Foley catheters, supporting activities of daily living, discontinuing peripheral IVs, and maintaining accurate documentation in EPIC under direct supervision of registered nurse.
Assisted Living Certified Nursing Assistant
Lutheran Hillside Village
Peoria
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Facilitated residents' daily living activities, including meal assistance, transfers using assistive devices, bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bradley University
Peoria, IL05.2023
Skills
- Patient assessment and care coordination
- Medication administration and IV therapy
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic medical records management
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Registered Nurse, 07/23
- ACLS & BLS Certificate, American Heart Association, Current
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 05/19 - 05/21
Timeline
Pediatrics Acute Registered Nurse
OSF St. Francis Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Pediatric Intermediate Student Nurse Extern
OSF St. Francis Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
Assisted Living Certified Nursing Assistant
Lutheran Hillside Village
06.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bradley University
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