Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Theresa Brown

Frankfort,IL

Summary

Diligent clinic nurse with background in patient care and nursing. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication.

Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Ascension St. Joseph Hospital / Ascension Brain and Spine Clinic
01.1996 - Current

Room patients, triage calls for neurology, neurosurgery and neuroendovascular departments, authorizations for medications, and imaging, surgical discussion, call test results

to patients and scheduling appointments. Experience in surgical authorizations.

Experience also working on on a medical surgical unit and acute rehab unit.

  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.

Registry Nurse Med/Surg/Ortho Unit

Palos Community Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal results.
  • Providing patient education on disease management, medication use, and self-care techniques for better health outcomes.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Registered Nurse

Silver Cross Hospital
01.1994 - 01.1996
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Administrative Assistant

LaSalle National Bank
01.1984 - 01.1991
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Assisted in preparation of financial reports, gathering data that contributed to budgeting accuracy.
  • Developed filing system for historical documents, preserving important company records and improving access to information.
  • Streamlined office operations, implementing digital file management systems to reduce paper use and increase efficiency.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.

Education

B. S. - Nursing

Purdue University
Calumet City, IL

Associate - Nursing

Joliet Junior College
Joliet,IL

Bachelor of Arts and Sciences -

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Triage phone calls for neurology, neurosurgery and neuroendovascular clinics
  • Authorizations for medications, imaging and surgeries
  • Call patients with test results
  • Room patients
  • Patient assessments
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Complex Problem-solving

Certification

  • Certified Rehabilitation Nurse
  • CPR

Accomplishments

Certified Rehabilitation Nurse

Volunteered on the evidence-based nursing council

Nominated for Nurse of the Year

Timeline

Registry Nurse Med/Surg/Ortho Unit

Palos Community Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2017

Registered Nurse

Ascension St. Joseph Hospital / Ascension Brain and Spine Clinic
01.1996 - Current

Registered Nurse

Silver Cross Hospital
01.1994 - 01.1996

Administrative Assistant

LaSalle National Bank
01.1984 - 01.1991

B. S. - Nursing

Purdue University

Associate - Nursing

Joliet Junior College

Bachelor of Arts and Sciences -

University of Illinois At Chicago
Theresa Brown