Rebekah Pechloff
Western Springs
Summary
Telehealth nurse with extensive experience in remote patient assessment, education, and care coordination. Demonstrated expertise in ensuring healthcare compliance and facilitating effective communication to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telehealth Nurse
Advocate Health Care
Oak Brook
06.2001 - Current
- Provided remote patient assessments and triaged health concerns effectively.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication management protocols.
- Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care efficiently.
- Supported patients in navigating healthcare resources and services available through Advocate Health Care.
- Ensured compliance with all state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to telehealth nursing practices.
- Performed assessments to identify risk factors that could lead to illness or injury.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other diagnostic tests remotely.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes to improve overall wellness.
- Actively participated in team meetings to discuss new treatments or protocols.
- Educated patients on self-care management techniques for improved health outcomes.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations by providing timely advice over the phone.
- Consulted with physicians regarding the physical condition of patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care outcomes.
- Rendered telephone advice according to established guidelines and protocols.
Office nurse internal medicine and endocrinology
Dupage Medical
Hinsdale
03.2000 - 07.2001
- Administered patient care and monitored vital signs in a fast-paced clinic environment.
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed medical records efficiently.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and medical procedures in diverse specialties.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication use for improved health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care delivery.
- Scheduled follow-up appointments and provided reminders to enhance patient compliance.
- Reviewed patient chart information before visit, ordered necessary laboratory tests, escorted patient to examination room, obtained vital signs and conducted interview to update records.
- Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
- Inoculated and vaccinated patients to immunize against communicable diseases.
- Coordinated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Provided direct patient care to a variety of patients with diverse needs.
- Conducted follow-up calls after discharge from hospital or clinic visits to check on progress of recovery.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments and medications administered.
Women’s Health New Born Nursery RN
Christ Hospital Medical Center
Oak Lawn
02.1998 - 01.2000
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create individualized patient care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on postpartum care and newborn health practices, empowering them to manage health effectively.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
- Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Ensured safety and comfort for women in labor and delivered essential newborn care immediately after birth.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
- Leveraged equipment and administered medications, supporting labor, delivery and care of newborns.
- Assessed and documented the physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Delivered medications and IV fluids following physician instructions.
- Documented patient progress notes according to hospital policy and procedures.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts.
- Coordinated discharge planning and provided comprehensive home care instructions, ensuring a smooth transition for mothers and newborns.
- Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status, and needs of mother and newborn.
- Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members regarding patient care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05-1997
Skills
- telehealth protocols
- remote patient assessment
- care coordination
- patient education
- telephone triage
- healthcare compliance
- electronic health records
- Epic navigation
- healthcare software
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Active listening
- Medical terminology
- Remote assessment
Certification
- Illinois RN license
- Wisconsin RN license
- Michigan RN license
Timeline
Telehealth Nurse
Advocate Health Care
06.2001 - Current
Office nurse internal medicine and endocrinology
Dupage Medical
03.2000 - 07.2001
Women’s Health New Born Nursery RN
Christ Hospital Medical Center
02.1998 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Xavier University