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SHARICA BELL

Chicago,IL

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career in direct patient care and care coordination. Experienced in effectively managing difficult patients and high-stress situations while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure. Acknowledged for cultivating strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude, and exceptional customer service skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

UI Health
09.2023 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.

Nurse Technician

University Of Illinois Hospital
03.2018 - 09.2023
  • Assist registered nurse(RN) after patient arrives from surgery and also prepare patients for operating Room(OR).Set up patient’s rooms for admissions and discharges.
  • Perform skin assessment with RN.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
  • Measure and record vital signs and notifies RN of any abnormalities or changes
  • Record intake and output.
  • Assist RN monthly and quarterly to check for wounds on unit and throughout hospital. Performs post mortem care and EKG
  • Monitor and reinforce use of incentive spirometer.
  • Educate patients to utilize call light system.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets

Certified Nursing Assistant

Presence Resurrection Life Center
11.2015 - 03.2018
  • CNA for memory care life center providing professional nursing care for Alzheimer’s and related Dementia patients
  • Assist registered nurse (RN) in providing quality care to patients and performed various direct patient care activities
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities in dressing and undressing, bathing, and eating
  • Collected non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathered vital signs of patients
  • Aided RN, nursing staff members and physicians with all patient procedures as needed
  • Documented all patient interactions as needed
  • Assisted in admitting, transferring and discharging of patients.

Material Handler

Focal Point, LLC
07.2014 - 02.2015
  • Performed picking and packing duties and recorded flow information of materials and products while ensuring complete accuracy were being performed.
  • Performed variety of complicated task to include but not limited to, wiring and testing of lighting fixtures.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Maintained knowledge of all variety of practices and procedures while demonstrating experience and good sound judgement to plan and accomplish all goals.
  • Independently performed wide range of complex duties and gained full proficiency in broad range of activities related to job.
  • Ensured that wide range of creativity and latitude were displayed at all times.
  • Managed over 50 customer calls per day.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards

Home Health Aide

Covenant Health Care Services
06.2011 - 06.2014
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
  • Administered nursing care for patients in home care environment
  • Provided household management activities to enable patients in independence at home
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care
  • Maintained patients care records, conditions, progress and/or problems and reported and discussed observations with supervisor or case manager on call
  • Checked patients pulse, temperature and respiration on daily basis as needed
  • Planned, purchase, prepared and served meals to patients on daily scheduled as time dictated
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client
  • Maintained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to job
  • Worked independently within established guidelines and procedures associated with specific job function.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Morton College
Cicero, IL
05.2022

Associate’s Degree - General Studies

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL
05.2017

Skills

  • Monitoring And Recording Vital Signs
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Quality Patient Care & Safety
  • Patient Advocacy And Support
  • Performing Patient Intakes And Output
  • Efficient and Reliable Team Player
  • Patient Assessments And Quick Problem Solver
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Patient Discharge

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) And CPR (2024)

Additional Information

Wound Champion

Helping achieve the skin care of preventing skin breakdown.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

UI Health
09.2023 - Current

Nurse Technician

University Of Illinois Hospital
03.2018 - 09.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Presence Resurrection Life Center
11.2015 - 03.2018

Material Handler

Focal Point, LLC
07.2014 - 02.2015

Home Health Aide

Covenant Health Care Services
06.2011 - 06.2014

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Morton College

Associate’s Degree - General Studies

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

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