MANJU BENNY
Mount Prospect
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse and newly board-certified Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with over 11 years of extensive Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) nursing experience at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital. Strong clinical foundation in SCI inpatient and long-term care, including pain management, autonomic dysreflexia monitoring, wound care, and interdisciplinary coordination. Seeking Nurse Practitioner role in SCI primary care to apply advanced practice training, evidence-based assessment skills, and veteran-centered care principles.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager / MDS Nurse – Residential Care Facility (SCI)
Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital – SCI Service
01.2018 - Current
- Provide leadership support in a 30-bed SCI long-term care unit serving Veterans with complex disabilities
- Oversee staffing coordination and workflow for 55+ nursing staff
- Support interdisciplinary SCI care planning and coordination
- Ensure compliance with VA quality standards, safety, and survey readiness (successful 2025 inspections)
- Mentor nursing staff in SCI care practices and clinical documentation
- Utilize VA systems (VATAS, AcuStaf) for operations and staffing
Registered Nurse – SCI Residential Care Facility
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Delivered direct nursing care to Veterans with SCI and complex chronic conditions
- Managed autonomic dysreflexia, neurogenic bladder/bowel care, and wound prevention
- Provided chronic pain monitoring and symptom management support
- Collaborated with rehab, primary care, and specialty services
- Educated Veterans and families on long-term SCI self-management
Registered Nurse – Telemetry Unit (Part-Time)
NorthShore University HealthSystem
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Managed up to 6 patients per shift in a telemetry setting
- Monitored cardiac patients and administered cardiac medications
- Assisted with staffing coordination and patient assignments
Registered Nurse – Long-Term Acute Care Unit
Presence Holy Family Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Delivered high-quality care through individualized nursing plans
- Advocated for patients and provided education to families
- Mentored new nurses and served as a clinical resource
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes
Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse – Rehab Unit
Lakeshore Healthcare and Rehabilitation
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Provided patient care, wound management, and care coordination
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive care
Staff Nurse – Surgical Unit
Princess Alexandra Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Provided pre- and post-operative care and patient education
- Supported recovery through pain management and mobility care
Staff Nurse – ICU
Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences
01.1997 - 01.2004
- Managed critically ill patients on ventilators
- Assisted in advanced procedures and monitored post-operative patients
Staff Nurse – Medical/Surgical Unit
Heritage Hospital
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Delivered pre- and post-operative care and managed patient loads
Education
Post-Master’s Certificate - Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL05-2025
Master of Science in Nursing - Leadership in Health Care Systems
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Resurrection University
Chicago, IL12-2013
Associate Degree in Nursing & Midwifery -
Banaras Hindu University
Utter Pradesh, India02-1996
Skills
- Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) care
- Chronic disease management
- Pain management support
- Neurogenic bowel & bladder care
- Pressure injury prevention
- Veteran-centered care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Evidence-based practice
- Clinical assessment
- Quality & safety compliance
- Wound Care
Clinical rotation
CLINICAL ROTATIONS – Adult GerontologyPrimary Care Nurse Practicitioner (AGPCNP)
SCI Unit & Pain Clinic – Hines, IL (Dr. Casella, Gizelda; Amal Varghese, NP)
Aurora CBOC – Primary Care (Stacy Powell, NP)
Oak Lawn CBOC – Primary Care (Eileen Fineran, NP)
Arlington Heights Primary Care Clinic (Dr. Devarapalli)
Palatine Family Practice & Immediate Care (Dr. Mir Ali)
Clinical Associates Medical Services – Des Plaines (Reena James, NP)
• Completed supervised clinical rotations in primary care and specialty settings
• Conducted patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations under preceptor supervision
• Assisted in development of treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests under supervision
• Participated in patient education for chronic disease and preventive care
• Observed SCI annual evaluations and pain management strategies
• Strengthened clinical reasoning and evidence-based decision-making skills
Certification
- Illinois RN License
- Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (2022)
- Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (2022)
- ACLS | BLS
- Wound Care Certification (Expected in May 2026)
Timeline
Assistant Nurse Manager / MDS Nurse – Residential Care Facility (SCI)
Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital – SCI Service
01.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse – SCI Residential Care Facility
01.2014 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse – Telemetry Unit (Part-Time)
NorthShore University HealthSystem
01.2007 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse – Long-Term Acute Care Unit
Presence Holy Family Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse – Rehab Unit
Lakeshore Healthcare and Rehabilitation
01.2005 - 01.2006
Staff Nurse – Surgical Unit
Princess Alexandra Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2005
Staff Nurse – ICU
Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences
01.1997 - 01.2004
Staff Nurse – Medical/Surgical Unit
Heritage Hospital
01.1996 - 01.1997
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Resurrection University
Post-Master’s Certificate - Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Lewis University
Master of Science in Nursing - Leadership in Health Care Systems
Grand Canyon University
Associate Degree in Nursing & Midwifery -
Banaras Hindu University