Experienced Registered Nurse with a background in patient care and nursing. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions, supporting patient recovery, critical thinking, and effective communication. Possess a strong understanding of healthcare protocols and deliver compassionate care. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success, achieve positive results, tackle new challenges, and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
South Shore Hospital Telemetry and Medical Surgical Unit
08.2023 - Current
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient care and effective treatment strategies.
Educated patients and families on treatment processes, medications, and post-discharge care for improved health outcomes.
Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Decreased medication errors by diligently following the five rights of medication administration and double-checking orders with pharmacy staff when necessary.
Assisted with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, lumbar punctures, and chest tube placements by ensuring proper equipment set-up and maintaining aseptic technique.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Unit Supply Specialist
United Sates Army
04.2021 - Current
Managed inventory control processes to ensure accuracy and availability of supplies.
Trained team members on best practices for inventory management and supply operations.
Developed standardized procedures for receiving, storing, and issuing supplies in compliance with regulations.
Coordinated logistics for timely delivery of supplies to support operational readiness.
Facilitated cross-functional communication to enhance collaboration between supply chain stakeholders.
DSP
Divine Centre
01.2018 - Current
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
CNA
Care Advocate Agency
06.2020 - 12.2022
Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
Guided individuals to bathrooms and cared for incontinence needs.
Ambulated patients with appropriate assistive devices and in line with proper body mechanics.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Supported resident interests and welfare by encouraging participation in events geared toward appropriate physical activity and social interactions.
Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
Charted daily information such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages and daily inputs and outputs.
Administered therapies and medications under direction of physician to reduce symptoms and treat underlying conditions.
Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Mokena, IL
06-2025
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Mokena, IL
12-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Science
City College of Chicago
Chicago, IL
Skills
Medication Administration
Patient Safety Management
Patient assessments
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Chronic disease management
Chest pain management
Direct patient care
Intravenous therapy
Care planning
Certification
Supply and Logistics Training - Unit Supply Specialist - September 2020 to April 2021
Timeline
Registered Nurse
South Shore Hospital Telemetry and Medical Surgical Unit