Lori Longshore
Plainfield
Summary
Proficient Registered Nurse delivering exceptional patient care while supervising and mentoring nursing staff. Committed to improving clinical outcomes and promoting a supportive environment through effective communication.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Medical Center
Joliet, IL
07.2015 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, promoting self-management and adherence.
- Supervised nursing staff, providing guidance and support to enhance team performance and patient outcomes.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical skills, fostering professional growth and maintaining high standards of care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Rush Copley Hospital
Aurora, IL
11.2001 - 07.2015
- Worked as a Float Nurse on various units for 4 years.
- Highly experienced in Med Surg, Oncology, Orthopedics, and Cardiac Stepdown.
- Charge nurse in both Same Day Surgery (SDS) and Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU).
- Collaberated closely with anesthesiologists with various nerve blocks.
- Trained new nurses starting in department.
- Patient Safety Leader and served on the Clinical Leadership Council.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL01-1999
Skills
- Patient care
- Telemetry monitoring
- IV setup
- Compassion and empathy
- Staff supervision
Accomplishments
Served as Magnet Officer for the surgery center.
Co-Chair of the Unit Based Leadership Counsel.
Member of the Clinical Leadership Counsel.
Patient Safety Leader
Certification
ACLS Certified
PALS Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Medical Center
07.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
Rush Copley Hospital
11.2001 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lewis University