CAREER SUMMARY

Dedicated and reliable innovative Advanced Practice Registered Nurse looking for a position to utilize skills obtained from clinical experience and academic study to provide the highest level of care and serve as a strong patient advocate

CORE COMPETENSES

Diagnosis, Acute and Chronic Pain, Physical Exams, Wound Care, Patients Assessments, Electronic Charting, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Telemedicine, IV, Injection, Catheters, EKG, Lab Tests, Patient/Family Education, Communication, Medications Management, Patient Safety, Training

EXPERIENCE

FLORIDA TELEHEALTH MEDICAL GROUP

Advanced Nurse Practitioner (APN) 2021 – 2023

Conducted initial intake evaluation video visits (ages 18+).

Provided holistic evaluation of patients, reviewed labs.

Worked with a diverse population.

Conducted asynchronous chat responses to patient questions.

Managed medical treatments for patients with ED

GREATLAND HOME HEALTH

Advanced Nurse Practitioner (APN) 2020 -2021

Evaluating and managing patients presenting in all levels of acuity.

Performed all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments, and consultations

Coordinated with physicians, specialists, nutritionists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions, including diabetes and heart disease.

Provided patient education on lifestyle changes for preventing and/or treating chronic conditions.

Performed independently/as part of a treatment team

Interpreted medical tests results (incl. EKG’s, x-rays, & lab tests)

Provided telehealth visits per patient request.

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER, MAYWOOD, IL

Registered Nurse PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) 2016 - 2020

Performed patient history and physical examinations

Initiated immediate care during post-operative recovery period, including ICU patients

Cross-trained in ICU

Recognized clinical abnormalities then communicated with anesthesiologist in reference to diagnosing and treating of clinical problems.

Advised on proper pain management techniques which included IV pain pumps, oral medications, and other choices.

Provided next day follow up to all patients and addressed any questions and concerns.

Maintained accurate documentation and followed patient privacy in accordance with HIPPA

Served as a preceptor for new nurses

Registered Nurse STU (Surgical Transition Unit) 2012 -2016

Admitted, assessed and monitored patients from PACU to the 23 hours observation unit.

Ensured stability of patient's vital signs and administered medication when appropriate.

Managed post-operative pain and monitor patient surgical site and redress wounds as necessary.

Determine patient readiness for discharge home, rehabilitation centers, or in-hospital wings.

Educated client and responsible guardian of post-operative instruction, including infection, post-operatic complications, preventative measures, and medication administration.

Effectively collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of physicians, physical therapists, and home health providers.

Coordinated work schedule for unit, which included 3 staff nurses, 2 PCTs, 3 shifts and call schedule

MEDOBORY HOSPITAL, UKRAINE 1999 - 2004

Worked as a Registered Nurse in the cardiology unit

Handled the tasks of conducting electrocardiograms (EKG) and identifying changes to the EKG

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Power Chart: Epic System, Citrix, Meditech; MS Word, Power Point, Preceptor

AFFILIATIONS

Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Phi Pi Chapter – May, 2012 - present

American Association of Nurse Practitioners – Nov, 2018 - present

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Nursing – Chamberlain University Dec, 2019

Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty Track

Graduation Honors: Dean’s List

Bachelor of Science in Nursing – University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago IL May, 2012

Graduation Honors: Cum Laude; Dean’s List

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION & TRAINING

[APRN] Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - States of IL (Lic #:209.021207) Exp 05/2024

[FNP-BC] Family Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified – Accrediting Board Exp. 02/2025

[RN] Registered Nurse – States of IL (Lic #: 041404679) z Exp. 05/2024

[PALS] Pediatric Advanced Life Support – American Heart Association Exp. 12/2024 1

[ACLS] Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association Exp. 12/2024

[BLS] Basic Life Support – American Heart Association Exp. 12/2024

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