RACHEL GAUDIO
Peoria,Illinois
Summary
Pediatric clinical nurse leader with more than seven years of progressive experience in neonatal and pediatric care, clinical education, and interdisciplinary team coordination. Demonstrated success designing and implementing training programs, standardizing workflows, supporting clinician onboarding, and advancing practice quality through evidence-based education. Recognized for clinical excellence, leadership, and contributions to research and organizational committees.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Coordinator, Pediatric Palliative Care
OSF Healthcare
10.2024 - Current
- Lead interdisciplinary coordination for pediatric patients with complex and life-limiting conditions.
- Provide real-time clinical coaching to staff on communication, symptom management, and best practices in pediatric palliative care.
- Support families with individualized resources, anticipatory guidance, and care planning education.
- Collaborate with clinical leadership to improve care pathways and enhance team communication.
- Participate in research initiatives supporting program evaluation and care improvement within the palliative division.
Clinical Education Scholar
OSF Healthcare
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Designed and delivered standardized education programs to support clinical competency and evidence-based practice across units.
- Built and implemented onboarding processes for new clinicians, including competency checklists and structured learning modules.
- Developed education materials, job aids, and clinical guides to support consistent practice and reduce practice variation.
- Used performance metrics and feedback to evaluate staff learning outcomes and recommend program adjustments.
- Facilitated preceptor development and coached educators on teaching strategies, communication, and critical thinking.
Nurse Case Manager, NICU
OSF Healthcare
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Directed comprehensive care coordination for medically complex neonatal patients, ensuring safe transitions and discharge readiness.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans aligned with clinical needs and family goals.
- Educated parents on diagnoses, home care expectations, medical equipment, and community resources.
- Tracked and reported care outcomes to support quality improvement and resource planning.
Registered Nurse, NICU
OSF Healthcare
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Provided high-acuity neonatal care in a Level IV NICU setting.
- Served as preceptor and secondary charge nurse, supporting onboarding and mentoring of new nurses.
- Contributed to unit-level quality improvement initiatives including thermoregulation optimization and workflow improvement.
Registered Nurse, NICU
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided care to critically ill neonates and supported postoperative pain management protocols and CLABSI-prevention initiatives.
Registered Nurse, NICU
Advocate Children’s Hospital
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Supported high-risk deliveries and participated in developmental care, bereavement, and small baby team committees.
- Served as preceptor and resource nurse.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership (Educator Focus)
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL05.2018
Skills
- Clinical Education & Training Design
- Curriculum Development & Onboarding Standards
- Staff Onboarding, Competency Assessment & Preceptor Training
- Clinical Coaching, Mentorship & Leadership Facilitation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Quality Improvement Initiatives
- Pediatric & Neonatal Care Expertise
- Family-Centered Care & Health Promotion
- Evidence-Based Practice Integration
- Clinical Policy & Protocol Development
- EMR Training & Adoption (Epic)
- Virtual Learning Platforms & Education Tools
- Microsoft Office Suite & Data Tracking/Evaluation Tools
- Education Content Development Software
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Illinois
- CHPPN – Certified Hospice and Palliative Pediatric Nurse
- CCRN-N – Certified Critical Care Nurse, Neonatal
- RNC-NIC – Registered Nurse Certified, Neonatal Intensive Care
- C-ELBW – Certified, Extremely Low Birthweight Infant
- Healthcare Provider BLS
Leadership And Professional Involvement
Clinic Council Leader | OSF Healthcare
- Led nursing council initiatives focused on workflow optimization, interdisciplinary communication, and staff development.
- Facilitated quality improvement projects and promoted evidence-based practices across clinical teams.
Research Contributor | OSF Pediatric Palliative Division
- Assisted with data gathering, protocol evaluation, and evidence-based improvement projects.
- Supported clinical research and program evaluation, contributing to enhanced patient care and outcomes.
Accomplishments
- Nursing Excellence Award, 2025
- OSF Nurse Award Recipient, 2025
Timeline
Nurse Coordinator, Pediatric Palliative Care
OSF Healthcare
10.2024 - Current
Clinical Education Scholar
OSF Healthcare
12.2023 - 10.2024
Nurse Case Manager, NICU
OSF Healthcare
10.2022 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, NICU
OSF Healthcare
05.2021 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse, NICU
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin
07.2020 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse, NICU
Advocate Children’s Hospital
07.2018 - 07.2020
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership (Educator Focus)
Wilmington University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Illinois University